Director, Venue Infrastructure Delivery

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate department staff
• Directly supervise sub-functions including design and delivery teams
• Oversee venue development strategies to ensure venues meet Olympic and Paralympic operational requirements while balancing cost, schedule, and risk
• Lead resolution of complex design, construction, operational, and stakeholder issues impacting venue delivery
• Manage procurement specification development with integration of cost, schedule and construction feasibility
• Lead cross-functional coordination efforts to align venue delivery milestones with test events and Games-time requirements
• Oversee transition planning from design and construction phases into venue operations
• Work with the IOC and IPC to understand requirements and expedite approval processes

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of industry experience in event infrastructure design and temporary infrastructure delivery
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Sports Management, Construction Management, or related field
• Proven experience leading engineering or architecture and design programs
• Direct experience overseeing and managing complex construction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of California Building Code requirements
• 5 years of leadership experience in the sport or live event industry
• Training as an engineer or architect
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar tools

About the Company

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a mission to create an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and our community.