Planning & Area Design Manager at NBCUniversal

Bedford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Landscape architecture, Site planning, Placemaking, Hardscape design, Softscape design, Project management, Roadway design, Construction management, Budget alignment, Technical design, Thematic design, Consultant coordination, Quality control, Environmental health and safety, Design documentation

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 Supporting the planning and area development design for the resort roadways and back of house areas, focusing on site planning, placemaking, and soft/hard landscape design solutions. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Provides area development and landscape specific designs for resort-wide projects, collaborating with in-house teams and external consultants. Contributes to the layout of roadways, parking, hotels, back-of-house facilities, and other resort components. Develops and manages detailed design plans with consideration given to building massing, parking, water conveyance and retention, open spaces, access points, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, hardscape and landscape areas. Prepares plans and illustrations to convey the thematic environment and design intent Assists the Planning & Area Development Design management team with a focus on landscape and hardscape design including plant selection that achieves thematic and operational goals Analyses site constraints and proposes solutions related to placemaking, guest circulation, planting areas, landscape materials, hardscape, guest facing and service integration, and transportation/EVA requirements. Supports all phases of design (RIBA Phase 2-4), coordinating closely with design, operations, consultants, and project management to maintain design intent and budget alignment. Presents designs and interfaces with project teams at each design phase. Manages and supports the construction and installation of the design Interfaces with outside vendors, as directed by management, to ensure alignment with project goals Works within the team environment to help maintain common cost/schedule goals Interfaces with Universal staff for on-going quality control Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. Qualifications SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Potential direct and indirect supervision of contractors and/or consultants depending on the project. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organisation’s policies and applicable laws. SCOPE Participates in decisions of major nature. High degree of tact & diplomacy to obtain favorable results. QUALIFICATIONS Ability to read, analyse, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. 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, or equivalent required. Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture preferred. EXPERIENCE Relevant landscape architecture and planning experience with a focus on theme park & resort development required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 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 Planning & Area Design Manager will lead landscape and hardscape design for resort-wide projects, including roadways, parking, and back-of-house facilities. They will coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure design intent, budget alignment, and successful construction installation.