NBCUniversal

Entertainment

ConstructionDirector

£125–185k ~AI est. Bedford, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Construction Director at NBCUniversal. Skills: Construction project management, Stakeholder coordination, Risk mitigation. Manage and deliver Property Development construction projects. Oversee construction coordination”

What You'll Achieve.

Minimize project risks; Minimize change orders; Minimize claims; Minimize operational disruptions; Achieve quality design standards; Achieve quality construction standards; Ensure safe project execution; Ensure timely project execution; Ensure cost-effective project execution; Complete design within budget; Complete design within schedule; Support critical milestones; Support opening commitments

Industry & Context.

Entertainment
Problems you'll solve

Issue resolution; Risk mitigation

Eligibility Requirements

Regular travel across UK, Occasional international travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Relevant construction/project management experience, Experience with infrastructure, Experience with engineering, Experience with construction, Familiarity with construction management procedures, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Proficient in presentations

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Engineering, Master's degree in Construction Management, Experience with turnkey projects, Experience with UK construction contracting methodologies, Experience with NEC contracts, Experience with collaborative delivery models, Experience managing fast-track construction programs, Experience coordinating with public agencies, Experience coordinating with utility providers, Experience coordinating with local authorities, Experience coordinating with external stakeholders

What You'll Do.

Manage and deliver Property Development construction projects

Oversee construction coordination

Minimize project risks

Minimize change orders

Minimize operational disruptions

Ensure quality design standards

Ensure quality construction standards

Maintain document control processes

Support integrated project delivery

Establish project teams

Support safe project execution

Support timely project execution

Support cost-effective project execution

Manage contractor performance

Manage vendor performance

Manage manufacturer performance

Manage fabricator performance

Follow project procedures

Coordinate correspondence

Coordinate directives

Coordinate shop drawings

Coordinate submittals

Coordinate meeting minutes

Coordinate punch lists

Coordinate snag lists

Coordinate pay applications

Coordinate contractors on-site

Develop suitable methodologies

Oversee project safety

Obtain final acceptance for safety plan

Ensure EHS compliance

Coordinate design implementation

Ensure design meets objectives

Qualify engineering designers

Procure engineering designers

Select engineering designers

Contract engineering designers

Manage designer performance

Complete design within budget

Complete design within schedule

Partner with design teams

Partner with operational teams

Partner with facilities teams

Partner with construction teams

Manage project components

Track project components

Report project components

Report on-site quality

Report project progress

Maintain documentation

Lead construction sequencing

Lead construction phasing

Lead schedule coordination

Identify construction risks

Mitigate construction risks

Resolve construction risks

Identify operational risks

Mitigate operational risks

Resolve operational risks

Identify interface risks

Mitigate interface risks

Resolve interface risks

Identify schedule risks

Mitigate schedule risks

Resolve schedule risks

Maintain project budget

Maintain project schedule

Ensure UK construction regulation compliance

Ensure permitting requirement compliance

Ensure CDM regulation compliance

Ensure environmental standard compliance

Ensure safety requirement compliance

Participate in EHS responsibilities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Project stakeholders; Design teams; Operational teams; Facilities teams; Construction teams

Communication Scope

Presentations

Process & Methodology

Project lifecycle management, Schedule management, Budget management, Risk management, Change order management, Contract management, Document control, Integrated project delivery, Project reporting, Construction sequencing, Phasing coordination, Issue resolution

Full Job 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 Summary Responsible for the effective management and delivery of Property Development construction projects, including enabling works, infrastructure, utilities, roads, structures, and buildings supporting the development of a world-class destination resort. Oversees construction coordination throughout the project lifecycle, including design integration, construction documentation, contractor interfaces, field operations, schedule and budget management, and on-site issue resolution. This role focuses on minimising project risks, chan

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