Landscape Architect - UK Project at NBCUniversal

Bedford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Landscape Architecture, Site Planning, Area Development, Design Management, Collaboration, AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Communication, Visualisation, Thematic Design, Project Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, Irrigation Design

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description 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. Job Description Responsible for the design, management, and installation of landscape site planning, and area development design for a zone and/or land of the UK Project. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the design and development of outdoor spaces that evoke emotion, spark imagination, and reflect a cohesive theme. Provides landscape, area development, site specific design, and management for the project themed zones and lands. Directing the design consultant and coordination with in-house support of the project team and additional vendor inputs. Configures layouts for land scale development of the theme park, guest facing areas, hotels, team member support spaces, and other exterior elements. Develop and manage site plans, planting schemes, infrastructure, hardscape design, furnishings, irrigation, drainage and grading plans, and construction documents. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, set designers, operational partners, civil designers, and engineers to integrate various inputs into the overall design package. Present design concepts to various internal and external partners. Interfaces with the project team and management staff during and at the completion of each phase to validate design intent and cost targets Manages the phases of landscape design through construction documents including the bidding process by coordinating with the project team, operations, consultants, and project management staff. Manage shop drawings and design integration for various vendors. Coordinates with ride and show vendors to confirm all infrastructure and supporting connections are integrated into the design documentation Leads the construction of the area development design, including bid review and negotiation, buy out, and on site management of the contractor and sub-vendors. Support through daily management, inspections, and in field direction, the installation of all landscape and area development scope. Lead first article and mockup programs to confirm design prior to installation Working under the direction of the park wide Senior Manager, Planning & Area Development Design, the Senior Architecture and Engineering Manager, the Executive Land Director, and Creative Director to ensure design intent and feasibility through all phases of design and construction Works within the team environment to establish and maintain common cost/schedule goals Interfaces and is integrated with Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX) International staff for on-going quality control of projects. Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Supervises design and construction vendors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organisation’s policies and applicable laws. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Consistent attendance is a job requirement. EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, urban planning or equivalent required. Master’s degree in landscape architecture or urban design preferred. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Licensed professional landscape architect preferred. EXPERIENCE Extensive relevant landscape architecture and planning experience with a focus on international resort and theme park development; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong portfolio showcasing thematic design work. Proficiency in AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp. Exceptional storytelling, visualisation, and communication skills. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected]. Business Segment: Universal Creative

Responsibilities

The Landscape Architect is responsible for the design, management, and installation of landscape site planning for the UK Project. This includes leading the design of outdoor spaces, managing site plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.