Vice President, Development & Delivery

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. The VP of Development & Delivery is responsible for providing strategic oversight and business direction of destination and design development, including major attractions, food & retail, and live entertainment venues, such as CityWalk; parking structures; and destination-wide landscapes. Leads all planning, budgeting, scheduling, estimating, design, construction, fabrication, and project completion within the assigned budget, quality, schedule, creative and guest experience targets.  This may include the development of new Theme Parks, Attractions and destination elements Provides strategic oversight and business leadership on the design and layout of the master plan to include roadways with connections to municipal highways, landscaping, hotels, CityWalk, and parking structures. Responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of all Contractors, Vendors, Manufacturers, Fabricators, etc. required to complete the development of the assigned Major Development.  Ensure that all project procedures are being followed as it relates to Correspondence, RFI’s, Directives, Shop Drawings, Submittals, Meeting Minutes, Punch Lists, Deficiency Lists, Notices, Pay Applications, etc. necessary to successfully implement the assigned Major Development.  Oversees multi-destination construction to ensure all designs are being built according to intent and that they all meet Universal’s high standards of quality and safety. Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established USH policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. Partner with Human Resources on the hiring and selection of the necessary project teams required to implement the projects with an eye towards engagement and inclusion of your Team Members.  Lead the development and growth of Creative Hollywood Team Members, encouraging career conversations, succession planning, participation in TSAT initiatives, and communicating business updates to the Team. Responsible for maintaining the overall project budget and schedule within the targeted objectives set forth during project approvals. Responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of all Contractors, Vendors, Manufacturers, Fabricators, etc. required to complete the development of new Attractions.  Ensure that all project procedures are being followed as it relates to Correspondence, RFI’s, Directives, Shop Drawings, Submittals, Meeting Minutes, Punch Lists, Deficiency Lists, Notices, Pay Applications, etc. necessary to successfully implement the new attractions. Oversight of the Team’s management and development of the creative content done by the Creative-core team or outside consultants.  Responsible for the final delivery of a guest experience that meets the initial objectives set forth during project approval.  Responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of any and all Designers and Vendors contracted to develop creative concepts. Oversee and accountable for the Team responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performing of any and all Architectural, Engineering, Technical Designers and Creative Designers hired to complete the design phase of the attractions and resort development.  Partner closely with Technical Services and Park Operations to ensure clean and sustainable handoffs and operational readiness. Lead complete management and report on all necessary project components inclusive of budget, schedule and progress to executive leaders and business partners. Foster strong connections with clients, partners, and stakeholders to build trusted relationships and ensure seamless hand offs and long-term destination success.  Additional duties as assigned and needed. Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience required. 15+ years of experience in the resort design and development of Entertainment or Hospitality based projects such as Theme Parks, Hotels, Retail, Food/Beverage and Entertainment venues; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven experience leading a Team through large complex attraction and resort projects from beginning to the end. 15+ years of experience managing and negotiating with external vendors and partnerships to include such as Architects, Engineers, Graphic Designers, Construction, G