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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are!

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration. Our Vision is to be the world's leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of:

• Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

• Provocative Playfulness:We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

• Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

• Authentic Compassion:We are "kind punks" - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

• Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on....

Job Description:

Location:Los Angeles, CA.

Compensation:This is an exempt position. The salary range for this position is $123,757 to $142,320and is based on location and experience.

Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is August 16, 2024. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.

Purpose:The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, design, and management of all assigned construction projects.

Are you a dynamic and roll-up-the-sleeves project management professional with seasoned experience in the themed entertainment, immersive arts or hospitality industries? Join Meow Wolf's project management team as a Senior Project Manager, where you'll be responsible for the on-budget and on-time direction and implementation of facility design and construction for new exhibitions, as well as Sustainment and Expansion projects. Specific components include all planning, budgeting, scheduling, estimating, design, construction, fabrication, delivery, and commissioning required to open the project within the assigned budget, quality, schedule, and creative and guest experience targets.

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll organize and establish effective project management including coordinating and managing design decisions and construction document production; minimizing change orders during construction phases; effectively managing changes in the Project; improving the Project schedule and budget, where possible; ensuring quality design and construction work; emphasizing "hands-on" management of field operations; and implementing efficient and timely document control.

The Senior Project Manager acts as point of contact with customers and stakeholders for all project related issues. Essential to the role is possessing strong interpersonal skills and bringing a partnership approach to project delivery with both internal and external stakeholders who range from Creative Directors to vendor partners.

You will spearhead the development of Meow Wolf's facility design and construction projects with tenacity and sophistication, therefore contributing to an incredible immersive experience for our guests.

How you will do it...

• Design/Construction/Fabrication/Implementation: Oversee the qualification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of all A & E consultants, contractors, vendors, manufacturers, fabricators, etc. required to complete the facility development of the project. Ensure that all project procedures are being followed as it relates to correspondence, RFIs, directives, shop drawings, submittals, meeting minutes, punch lists, deficiency lists, notices, pay applications, etc. necessary to successfully implement the new facilities.

• Responsible for timely issuance of directives, obtaining costing concurrence from estimating, conversation to change orders, obtaining management approval to allow for accurate Estimated Final Cost (EFC) reporting and timely project closeout.

• Budget/Scheduling: Maintain the overall project budget and schedule within the targeted objectives set forth during project approval.

• Design Management: Be responsible for the qualification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of all architectural, engineering and technical designers hired to complete the facility design phase of the project. Be responsible for the successful completion of the design that meets the creative/architectural intent within the budget and schedule established for the project.

• Project Reporting: Manage, track and report all the necessary project components inclusive of budget, schedule and progress of the project to upper management. Maintain accurate documentation necessary to ensure a successful project completion within the targeted budget and schedule.

Required qualifications...

• You come with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field or an appropriate level of experience.

• You have demonstrated knowledge of construction methods and the ability to interpret design drawings and specs.

• You bring 7-10 Years of proven experience in the development and design/construction management of major projects within the hospitality/entertainment/themed development industries.

• You are skilled in effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations and to lead and facilitate meetings.

• You are able to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• You bring strong experience creating, understanding, managing and adhering to project budgets, schedules and milestones.

• You are skilled in problem solving as well as anticipating changes within the project scope.

• You hold excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, organizational as well as creative thinking

• Experience using Primavera P6 and CADD.

• Experience managing themed entertainment projects and/or hospitality/hotel development projects, specifically hotel renovation projects and ground up.

• Strong MEP skills.

• Strong proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Keynote and GANTT charts

• Ability to understand the needs of the client and to manage relationships between the owner/operator.

• Ability to give direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and work in a team environment. Ability to resolve, negotiate, and problem solve.

Work environment & physical demands...

• This position is based in Los Angeles, CA with on-site location support for active projects

• This is a full-time position occasionally requiring flexibility to work during evenings or weekends and to travel to offsite locations, based on business needs.

• Moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

• Remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

• Positioning or moving objects up to 50 pounds.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule:

This is a full time position with a flexible schedule which includes weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel:

Travel is required for this position.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION: Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HSA

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy & Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Voluntary Short-term Disability & Critical Illness Policies

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.