LN Concerts, Architectural Design Manager

THE JOB

Blueprint Studio, Live Nation’s venue design and development team, is seeking a creative, collaborative, and strategic team leader who will drive the design and construction of ground-breaking music venues and experiences. We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for collaboratively creating innovative fan and artist experiences. As Design Manager, you will be responsible for managing the execution of a portfolio of venue development projects to ensure the Live Nation design and business objectives are consistently met.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

• Bring a passion and understanding of architecture and design of high-occupancy assembly spaces.
• Prepare concept designs, specifications, and presentations for projects.
• Drive project development and documentation with external consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Lead implementation of project design direction and standards
• Develop project scope, schedule, and cost, and review this with the business unit to ensure the project meets business objectives. Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with set goals and timelines.
• Review and analyze consultants’ construction documents to ensure design and programmatic alignment and identify potential constructability or coordination risks during preconstruction phase.
• Working with the Project Manager, monitor construction progress through on-site inspection and review.
• Create furniture plans, select furnishings, prepare budgets and coordinate orders for projects with the Furniture Coordinator.
• Work with Art, Branding, and Concept teams on development and implementation of venue art program.
• You will work closely with a team comprised of cross functional stakeholders from Live Nation including Project Development, Design & Architecture, Fan/Artist Services, F&B, Sponsorship, and Premium Sales. You will also work with general contractors and external consultant teams.
• You will report to the Design Director.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

• 8+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Licensure is preferred.
• Management experience working on sports and entertainment venues. Bowl layout and sightline experience preferred.
• Demonstrated strength in managing and delivering complex projects of varying scales, budgets, and timelines
• Ability to present project designs and business targets to small and large groups, including presenting to executive leaders and external partners
• Experience with all phases of project development from conceptual design through construction administration.
• A strong understanding of building codes and systems.
• Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
• Ability to design and plan major construction projects.
• Ability to travel domestically to project sites and meetings. 30% travel required.
• Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup/Enscape, and Bluebeam.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Our motto is ‘Taking Care of Our Own’ through 6 pillars of benefits:

HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)

YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days

WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program

FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave and baby bonuses, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support

CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment

OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match