Senior Manager, Ride & Show Engineering (Show Systems)

For Universal United Kingdom Resort (UUKR), provides technical management, inclusive of budget and schedule, for an attraction or attractions. Responsible for the successful specification, bid/award, design, production, installation, and acceptance testing of Show Systems, to include Audio, Special Effects, Projection, Lighting, Set/Scenic, Props, Show Action Equipment, Animated Figures, and/or Show Control Systems. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures all Show equipment maintains the highest level of safety in accordance with Universal specifications, accepted manufacturing practices and applicable standards. Provides technical guidance and vendor management of the design, fabrication and day-to-day detailed installation, test, and adjust activities in the field. Vendor management includes participation in all aspects of both technical and project / contract management as it applies to vendor contracts, directives, and change orders. Oversees all technical interaction with other project team members, vendors, sub-contractors, and other relevant 3rd parties involved with Show Systems with a focus on mechanical systems. Develops an open working relationship with the facility & construction team and vendors to ensure a clear line of communication regarding installation, test, and adjust activities. Builds strong team cohesion and motivation within the attraction technical team. Creates scope of work documentation and awards contracts to vendors based on quantitative requirements derived from interpreting creative intent and employing Universal specifications. Leads enforcement of Show technical and safety principles to provide a quality product and necessary deliverables. Advises, coordinates, and is accountable for the status and engineering quality of Show Systems, including areas of risk or potential future risks. 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.