Walt Disney
Location
Anaheim, CA | United States
Job description
About the Role & Program
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of teams that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, we blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe!
The Project Coordinator is the catalyst that brings different teams together to solve challenges and get results. This position focuses team members on the integrated goals of the project and drives integration of design among all Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) teams. The Project Coordinator leads efforts to integrate work across all WDI disciplines and ensures a streamlined process workflow through all project phases from Blue Sky/Concept Development through Design, Implementation, Installation, and Close-out. The coordinator provides clear communication regarding deliverables and action items. This position manages scopes and tracks Owner Furnished items, guides production efforts, and orchestrates installation. The Project Coordinator must consistently maintain a broad perspective across all teams in order to ensure that all aspects of the work are covered, and no efforts are duplicated. The Project Coordinator is the center of communication and connection for a project team.
What You Will Do
Support Anaheim based Managers and Producers as required for each project assigned
Coordinate and integrate project information with internal and external organizations including project team, creative and design studios, operations, municipalities, vendors, and contractors.
Compile, validate, and reconcile project data including gate deliverables and project documentation.
Participate in the facilitation of team discussions (brainstorming sessions, strategy development sessions, etc.) in order to align the scope with budget.
Ensure that concept designs are properly captured and understood by project teams in order to estimate, plan, and further design and implementation.
Lead efforts to develop and implement strategies for scope documents for all production items purchased from outside vendors, including vetting, awarding, and managing all contracts.
Prepare and participate in presentations to executive management regarding project design and status using judgment and discretion to determine content.
Communicate with all levels of management within the project environment, with project partners, consultants, and vendors through conversation, presentation, and clear written correspondence.
Communicate with Studio Leaders and team Leads across divisions relative to status updates of schedule progress, design inputs required, completion of design breakthroughs, metrics on earned value, etc. in support of transparency, trust, and efficiency.
Required Qualifications & Skills
An ability to be a highly organized self-starter with previous leadership experience.
Ability to coordinate project development process and documentation including shop drawings, document control, punch lists.
Ability to work through conflict and guide team members with problem-solving.
Understanding of sourcing and procurement processes including contract administration.
Ability to give and take direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and work in a team environment.
Exposure to and experience with outside vendors and preparing professional bid packages.
Ability to understand construction and installation processes.
Ability to think strategically and tactically about complex issues and problem-solve to resolution.
Ability to comfortably communicate in presentation, conversation, and written correspondence, to project team, Senior Management, consultants, and partners.
Proven ability to organize and communicate project development process and documentation.
Ability to read and understand architectural and technical drawings.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and Graphics programs for presentation.
Working knowledge and understanding of an integrated design and production process with multiple teams.
Ability to present in front of large groups.
Education
Senior or recent graduate of undergraduate Degree in Business, Engineering, Theater, Environmental Design, or other Entertainment or Development-related field.
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Anaheim, CA area
Have reliable transportation to/from work
Additional Information
This internship is located in Anaheim, CA
The approximate dates of this internship are May/June 2024 through August/September 2024
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