Manager, Mechanical Engineering (Renovations)

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.   

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.   

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. 

The VNI (Venue Infrastructure) team plays a critical role in delivering competition and non-competition venues that are functional, innovative, and fully accessible for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. As part of the larger Games Planning & Delivery group, the VNI team ensures that all venues are designed and developed with the highest standards for functionality, sustainability, and inclusion. 

The VNI Renovations team will be responsible for the coordination, planning, design, and construction oversight of a defined group of renovations to Olympic and Paralympic venues. Reporting to the Director, Engineering this role will oversee the associated engineering works for the renovations, including management of external engineering resources and internal engineering teams, ensuring each venue meets long-term community, compliance, and long term use objectives.

This role will require extensive knowledge of the development of technical plans and designs of mechanical engineering systems related to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and others. To support venue development efforts, this role is required to coordinate with multiple internal functional areas to ensure feedback is captured and designs meet industry codes and standards, IOC requirements, and cost and schedule targets.  The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing capital works, leading multidisciplinary consultant teams, and working in complex stakeholder environments. A background in construction or infrastructure project management is essential.

Technical Leadership

• Lead mechanical engineering technical design and development, including internal and external engineers and consultants
• Oversee the relevant aspects of technical development of renovation projects and integration of existing infrastructure where relevant
• Analyze existing infrastructure capacity studies and determine supplemental HVAC required
• Collaborate with architects and other engineers to integrate HVAC and related systems into the overall building design
• Develop technical engineering design guides and principles and adapt IOC requirements to local practices
• Prepare and oversee the mechanical portion of the venue design books and other technical publications. Advance engineering designs through increasing levels of detail from concept through construction drawings
• Manage and develop review process for plans to meet departmental milestones
• Oversee an installation team during operations and maintenance during the event period
• Ensure compliance within workstream to Health & Safety regulations

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Close collaboration with Energy, Technology and other infrastructure functional areas to integrate HVAC system requirements
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders’ requirements to develop cost effective and streamlined engineering solutions to meet their games time requirements for each venue
• Support the development of integrated workplans and schedules with the infrastructure master schedule, event operations planning, and central program management
• Partner with Finance and Procurement teams to prepare costs, elevate delivery and procurement risks, and identify savings opportunities
• Support other cross-functional initiatives, including Permitting, Risk Management, and Event Operations

• 5 years of Mechanical system design experience for new construction and/or renovations of large existing building projects
• Experience developing and reviewing mechanical design documentation such as equipment layouts, ductwork and piping plans, flow diagrams, control schematics, equipment schedules, sequence of operations, and specifications
• Experience specifying equipment and developing HVAC load calculations using industry standard software (i.e. IES VE, EnergyPro, CBECC, Trace 3D Plus, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of engineering and collaboration tools and software (Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), etc.)
• Experience with key industry codes and practices, including California Building Codes (Title 24, Part 6), ASME, and ASHRAE Standards
• Knowledge with fundamental project management concepts (scope, schedule, budget)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment. 
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment. 
• Site visits requiring movement around varying environmental conditions in interior and exterior spaces

• Required – Accredited bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering
• Desired – Professional Engineering license
• Desired – Project Management and Construction certifications
• Desired – Experience in design and construction in the US and California markets

• Detail oriented with excellent command of productivity and collaboration tools (Office360, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Autodesk Construction Cloud etc.)
• Present information concisely to wide audience of internal stakeholders, external contractors and advisors, and governmental agencies
• Ability to manage external consultants to meet project goals
• Ability to work within a complex and demanding environment with many stakeholders while maintaining strong relationships
• Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making

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The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $140,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law. 

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. 

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.