The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.
LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what's next through sport, community and the power of our differences.
The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors.
SVP, Venue Infrastructure The Games Planning & Delivery group aims to deliver the most seamless, innovative, and engaging Games experience ever for all athletes, fans, partners, and the community. The Senior Vice President, Venue Infrastructure will sit within the Games Planning and Delivery leadership team and report to the Chief Operating Officer.
An experienced Senior Vice President of Venue Infrastructure will provide coordinated leadership of multiple integrated functions focused on a coordinated delivery of critical infrastructure and services – Venue Infrastructure, Energy, Broadcast & Press Operations, and Accessibility. This role will lead all aspects of the infrastructure program, ensuring coordinated leadership for all infrastructure planning across multiple functions.
Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & People Management Lead the development and implementation of the Infrastructure department's strategic direction, aligned with the Games Planning & Delivery priorities and LA28's objectives around operational reliability, sustainability, fiscal responsibility Oversee and manage the integrated organizational structure of Venue Infrastructure, Energy, Broadcast Operations, and Accessibility, including oversight and issue resolution for major contracts with key professional service providers Manage a clear growth plan for the department from present through Games-time. Prepare and manage the budget for this integrated infrastructure team, ensuring efficient use of shared resources where possible and create Venue Development & Integrated Operational Planning Collaborate across GPD and the LA28 organization to deliver key milestones that are related to or have implications to infrastructure planning Support the Heads of Venue Infrastructure, Energy, Broadcast and Accessibility in cross-functional planning efforts to help balance operational needs with budgetary and delivery model considerations Develop the strategy for the design and implementation of all temporary infrastructure installations and commodities Develop the strategy for design and implementation of temporary power installations to enable all temporary overlay and operations Manage the implementation of all broadcast requirements and support stakeholder management of the Olympic Broadcast Service (OBS) and all media rights holders (MRHs) from design through delivery Develop risk management policies to ensure necessary safe, reliable and financially responsible infrastructure throughout the Games. Identify cost saving opportunities through design, optimization of user requirements and use of alternative technologies as appropriate. Program Management & Delivery Ensure a coordinated program management approach to all areas of infrastructure planning and delivery – supporting the integration across design, procurement, scheduling, contract management, and construction delivery for architecture, overlay, technical services, power, and broadcast operations Drive the development and execution of an infrastructure delivery model and construction management approach – developing a clear sourcing strategy across all competition and non-competition venues and a plan for supplier integration Oversee the selection of construction management partners and drive the implementation of the infrastructure delivery model. Stakeholder Management Provide leadership level support for key Olympic and Paralympic stakeholder relations and meetings, including the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), Olympic Broadcast Service [OBS] Partner with local stakeholders and delivery partners to identify opportunities to accelerate investment in the region's infrastructure in alignment with goals of the City Position Requirements: Minimum 20+ years of experience in overlay and infrastructure management Experience in temporary infrastructure delivery for large-scale events Fluency in laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices governing overlay build Ability to oversee a complex, comprehensive venue program at a rapid pace, have cross-functional and/or cross-organizational experience, and a can-do attitude Proven track record of fostering, building, and maintaining relationships with key external and internal stakeholders Ability to communicate at all levels of the internal organization and external stakeholders Demonstrated operational expertise with experience overseeing technical teams Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work An excitement for the committee's mission of building the best Olympic and Paralympic Games, while thinking differently all along the way Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging Demonstrated knowledge of the impact of sustainable infrastructure Relationships and experience with key suppliers across major infrastructure commodities; strong knowledge of the key players preferred Not afraid to roll up the sleeves when needed Ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself over the next 4 years Education: Bachelor's degree required Submission Requirements: Resume The annual base salary range for this position is $280,000.00 - $320,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law.
LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply.
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