The VNI (Venue Infrastructure) team plays a critical role in delivering competition and non-competition venues that are functional, innovative, and accessible for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. As part of the larger Sport & Games Delivery group, the VNI team ensures that all venues are designed, developed and delivered with the highest standards for functionality, sustainability, and inclusion.   

As Manager of Venue Infrastructure Delivery, the role manages the end-to-end design, build, and delivery of a key Games-time venue. You will act as a deputy to the Sr. Manager, within a team of 3–4 staff members, working alongside external partners and contractors. Initially, you will coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and consultants to finalize Olympic and Paralympic venue designs. You will then transition to on-site execution, construction, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership  

• Supervise sub-functions including design teams  
• Develop and adhere to departmental budget with clear steps to implement, monitor, and appropriately measure deliverables  

Design Development  

• Assist in the delivery of the design development strategy and process for one of the Games Time Venues 
• Support the integration of internal stakeholders with external delivery partners, including architecture, engineering and other departmental resources to ensure a coordinated process  
• Facilitate approvals and review process for all internal and external stakeholders involved in establishing venue technical requirements for Games infrastructure 
• Ensure a robust, data-driven approach to venue design and delivery 
• Provide design support for required venues to deliver fit-for-purpose and cost-effective solutions  

Cross-Functional Collaboration  

• Establish close working relationships with key functional areas (especially Event Management, Hospitality & Ticketing, Games Operations, etc.) to ensure the venue design development process aligns with cross-functional planning timelines and objectives  
• Work with the IOC and IPC to understand all requirements, get strategic buy-in, and expedite approval processes where necessary  
• Problem solve and negotiate with stakeholders to get the best outcome

Background & Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience in event overlay design and temporary infrastructure delivery. Preferred working knowledge of California Building Code requirements  
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Sports Management, Construction Management, Event Management, or related field or equivalent work experience strongly preferred 
• Previous experience in event operations, logistics, hospitality, or a related field preferred 

Expectations:

• Willingness to occasionally visit venues and work on-site as needed.  
• Familiarity with temporary infrastructure projects 
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships  
• Experience working with senior executives across multiple functional areas   
• Excellent leadership skills with track record of people development and revenue achievement  
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills  
• Strong communication, team building, and interpersonal skills  
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and ability to work independently to resolve issues  
• Fluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint  
• Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable  
• A collaborative mindset; someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego  
• An innovative viewpoint, challenging the status quo and thinking ahead to future years of the Movement  
• Ability to implement and manage change effectively as well as manage and mitigate risk 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The position is based in Los Angeles office with in-person presence required.  
• The LA28 office is an open-plan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.  
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time sitting, standing, using computers, phones, and other office equipment, and attending in-person meetings.  
• Ability to work extended hours during critical build milestones and Games-time preparations       
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and event days 
• Ability to stand, walk, and work on-site for extended periods

The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000.00 - $115,000.00. 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 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. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.