Senior Design Manager at Sphereentertainment

Sphereentertainment

Las Vegas, NV; New York City, NY·4h ago

SeniorFull-timeAWSGit

Salary Range

$66,300 - $89,700 /year

Estimated

This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.

About the Role

The Design Manager will be responsible for managing all design and related elements for the MSG Sphere Portfolio to achieve project and business objectives. This role will work closely with internal management and stakeholders to support projects and Sphere business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

→Represent projects and initiatives and Sphere in various workstreams with design team, General Contractor, Sub-Contractors, MSG & Sphere Stakeholders, Legal and Senior Management support
→Collaborate with other D&C functions to scope, develop, and manage projects and initiatives
→Assist in the development and implementation of design management tools, processes, and procedures
→Support digital processes, data reporting, and documentation in collaboration with the Digital Team
→Contribute to new projects and adaptions to baseline designs, including masterplan and code variations
→Develop technical venue brief requirements and assist with scope creation and management
→Maintain design information, identify opportunities for innovation, and capture lessons learned
→Support the management and delivery of a portfolio of projects, providing guidance to on-site design teams
→Oversee design management, including all interfaces, approvals, and quality standards
→Manage client and design team meetings, ensuring timely decisions are highlighted and directed appropriately
→Monitor design team performance, including supply chain designers, and track design progress against schedules and quality benchmarks
→Review and provide feedback on design documents, capturing and developing requirements for Sphere change requests
→Identify, communicate, and mitigate design-related risks related to time, cost, and quality
→Contribute to the preparation and approval of subcontractor and consultant change orders
→Interface and coordinate with Technology Leads to manage design integration with building systems and technology components
→Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring engagement, alignment, and timely approvals
→Manage requests for information and ensure accurate, timely responses
→Manage and coordinate the development of mock-ups, samples, and tests for project design and delivery

Requirements

✓7+ years of experience working in design management
✓Degree educated with demonstrable experience in Design management
✓Proven design leadership with experience managing large, complex projects
✓Familiarity with dual reporting structures and cross-functional collaboration
✓Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
✓Excellent planning, organization, and performance management abilities
✓Experience mentoring and supporting team members
✓Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across functions
✓Deep knowledge of principles, methods, and practices related to design management
✓Proficient in online project collaboration platforms and digital design tools