Technical Program Manager

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Job description

P-DPD-001

Our client is looking to hire a Technical Program Manager that will provide technical management and oversight, inclusive of budget and schedule, for an attraction or attractions. Potential candidates will understand both the Creative and Engineering processes required for a unified solution delivery. This team member is responsible for integrating, ideating, developing, managing the development of, testing, and commissioning hardware and software systems as well as leading efforts to evaluate and standardize the ways in which teams, platforms, and components communicate to deliver an epic and reliable experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads technology programs and the technology integration process from detailed design to final release.

Contribute to planning, budgeting, and design and implementation of applications, systems, and components in support of new Creative work.

Participate in technical reviews for various teams for inputs and to provide guidance for areas of risk or scope gaps.

Works with Internal partners and contractors to ensure a clear line of communication regarding installation, system integration, test, and adjust activities.

Oversees and validates engineering analyses, development of technical documents, and technical decision making.

Responsible for project requirements, scope, schedule, budget and project roadmaps.

Oversees creation of scope(s) of work documentation and awarding of contracts to vendors based on quantitative requirements derived from interpreting creative intent and employing Universal Specifications.

Leads integration and delivery of an attraction or attractions under an area of responsibility.

Work closely and effectively with the R&D team to ensure that all projects are progressing, and milestones are achieved pursuant to organization and/or client timelines.

Responsible for program development and strategic fiscal planning and execution.

Manages technology development teams (external and internal).

Facilitate input from multiple teams including internal and external partners to create standardized solutions for integration of systems.

Facilitate communication between teams for clear delineation of scope for each responsible individual and vendor.

Advises, coordinates, and is accountable for the status and engineering quality of technology systems.

Oversees vendors assigned to design, develop, install, and/or test integration scopes for technology systems, including mockups and proof-of-concepts.

Develops and oversees project schedules and budgetary demands.

Manage contracts released to vendors.

Participate in the entire contracting process from initiation to close-out.

Responsible for creation of overall budget and schedule for complex attractions, platforms and themed entertainment offerings.

Oversees modifications to technology systems as required based upon design and field conditions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in applicable technical field required, Advanced Degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

8+ years' experience in direct theme park specific technical/engineering roles required or similar experience in related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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