Job Summary:
THE JOBBlueprint Studio, Live Nation's venue design and development team, is seeking a creative, collaborative, and strategic team leader who will drive the design and construction of ground-breaking music venues and experiences. We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for collaboratively creating innovative fan and artist experiences. As Design Manager, you will be responsible for managing the execution of a portfolio of venue dev9elopment projects to ensure the Live Nation design and business objectives are consistently met.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO- Bring a passion and understanding of architecture and design of high-occupancy assembly spaces.
- Prepare concept designs, specifications, and presentations for projects.
- Drive project development and documentation with external consultants and internal stakeholders.
- Lead implementation of project design direction and standards
- Develop project scope, schedule, and cost, and review this with the business unit to ensure the project meets business objectives. Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with set goals and timelines.
- Review and analyze consultants' construction documents to ensure design and programmatic alignment and identify potential constructability or coordination risks during preconstruction phase.
- Working with the Project Manager, monitor construction progress through on-site inspection and review.
- Create furniture plans, select furnishings, prepare budgets and coordinate orders for projects with the Furniture Coordinator.
- Work with Art, Branding, and Concept teams on development and implementation of venue art program.
- You will work closely with a team comprised of cross functional stakeholders from Live Nation including Project Development, Design & Architecture, Fan/Artist Services, F&B, Sponsorship, and Premium Sales. You will also work with general contractors and external consultant teams.
- You will report to the Design Director.
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING- Bachelor's degree in Architecture; 8+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Licensure is preferred.
- Management experience working on sports and entertainment venues. Bowl layout and sightline experience preferred.
- Demonstrated strength in managing and delivering complex projects of varying scales, budgets, and timelines
- Ability to present project designs and business targets to small and large groups, including presenting to executive leaders and external partners
- Experience with all phases of project development from conceptual design through construction administration.
- A strong understanding of building codes and systems.
- Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
- Ability to design and plan major construction projects.
- Ability to travel domestically to project sites and meetings. 30% travel required.
- Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills.
- Working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup/Enscape, and Bluebeam.
BENEFITS & PERKSOur motto is 'Taking Care of Our Own' through 6 pillars of benefits:
HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program
FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave and baby bonuses, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment
OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match
**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from Colorado. Similar positions located outside of Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the CO EPEWA, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
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The expected compensation for this position is:
$116,000.00 USD - $145,000.00 USD
** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.
Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.
