Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from ESPN, part of The Walt Disney Company.
Job overview
The Associate Project Manager Design & Delivery at ESPN supports the Corporate Real Estate team by managing capital construction projects from inception through completion, ensuring alignment with business and corporate goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assisting in planning and managing construction and renovation projects, coordinating bids, preparing budgets and schedules, maintaining project documentation, conducting site visits, managing vendor contracts, and liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Compensation and benefits
Disney offers a comprehensive rewards package including health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and unique perks exclusive to Disney employees.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 5+ years in project design or construction or 3 years Disney project coordination experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software, and strong organizational skills; preferred qualifications include experience with capital programs, knowledge of building codes, familiarity with design tools like AutoCAD, and advanced degrees or certifications such as PMP or Architect's License.
Company information
ESPN is part of The Walt Disney Company, which manages a global real estate portfolio and supports strategic development and construction projects.
Company overview
ESPN, or the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network, is a leading global sports media brand that provides a wide range of sports content through television, radio, digital platforms, and live events. They generate revenue primarily through advertising, subscription fees from cable providers, and licensing deals. Founded in 1979 by Bill Rasmussen, ESPN has grown to become a dominant force in sports broadcasting, known for its flagship program SportsCenter and its extensive coverage of major sports leagues and events.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in project design and construction, especially tenant improvement work, highlighting any coordination roles that align with the Associate Project Manager Design & Delivery responsibilities at ESPN.
Highlight your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and any project management software you have used, such as AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or Procore, to demonstrate your technical capabilities relevant to the role.
Apply through multiple platforms including ESPN's corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don't miss any openings for this position.
Connect with professionals in ESPN’s Corporate Real Estate or Design & Delivery teams on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like complimenting a recent project they managed or asking about their experience with capital improvement projects at ESPN to start a conversation.
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