Job Posting Title:

Senior Architect

Req ID:

10090243

Job Description:

“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX) At Disney, you’ll help inspire magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create innovative built environments. You will collaborate to develop ideas/thoughts into physical reality! Architecture & Facilities Engineering (A&FE) is looking for an Architect to support the development and sustainment of assets and projects we support throughout the Disneyland Resort. You will provide technical expertise, problem solving, and QA/QC for projects we support throughout the Disneyland Resort.  Our department supports a wide range of project types that include shops, attractions, hotels, entertainment, maintenance facilities, offices, and nearly any facility and area development found on our property. Projects range from preliminary research, full facility assessments to minor renovations or new facilities. You will also support immediate response efforts. You will work in close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and multiple internal Disney project teams. As an Architect in A&FE, you will act as an Architectural Owner’s Representative for the Disneyland Resort on projects from concept through construction. While drawings are seldomly produced in house, the majority of our construction drawings are produced by external Architects/Engineers hired for their services. Our role is to provide design management of these outside resources ensuring projects are designed to Disney standards, fully coordinated with other disciplines, and compliant with codes. You will be leading the design team ensuring all project partners and stakeholders are updated on project developments.

You will report to the Sr. Manager – Architecture.

What You Will Do

City Liaison

Act as a liaison with local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) including the City of Anaheim for projects at the Disneyland Resort to represent Disney’s interests in addressing questions with external regulatory agencies in conjunction with Resort partners including D&E, Government Relations, Public Affairs, Operations, and others.Works with relevant AHJs Building, Planning, Public Works, Public Utilities, and Anaheim Fire Departments to secure permits to construct and schedule related inspections.Lead the permitting process, coordinate project priorities with teams including WDI, FAM, Entertainment, and others.This role involves collaboration with various Disney project teams including FAM Project Management, WDI, Entertainment, and Operations to submit plan check packages and obtain building permits.Maintain database log of all active permits and ensures permits are closed out following the final inspection.Owners RepReview project concepts with internal team members and partnersResolve team required to fully implement projectDevelop project scopes of work and create RFP’s (Request for Proposals) for external Architects/Engineers/ConsultantsCoordinate with Facility Assessment Management (FAM) partners to review scope, schedule and budgetsProvide internal cost estimates for project support and review budget throughout the project scheduleHandle the design and development of project construction drawings and specifications with internal and external resourcesDuring design, coordinate schedule, meeting agendas, meeting participants to get resultsLead design reviews and meetings throughout the design processReview drawings and specifications at each design landmark to align with applicable codes, standards, and statutes.Ensure that the overall project design intent is achieved by successfully integrating facility design with partner design fields and components of the supporting development such as: infrastructure, area development, grading/drainage, area lighting, graphics, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, showset, ride engineering, etc.Review for scope completeness based on project requirements with a focus on constructability, efficiency, and long-term maintainabilityUpdate team members of all project developments throughout the project schedule (design and construction)Partner with internal teams to develop, maintain, communicate, and carry out Walt Disney Company design guidelines, standards, master specifications, and detailsProvide guidance and concise decision matrices to support executive decisionsDemonstrate your technical expertise and lessons learned when reviewing all projectsLiason with City officials and external agencies to ensure project scope and implementation is coordinated and aligned with external requirementsCoordinate responses to city plan check comments and questions with the AOR/EORCoordinate constructability issues with project partnersCoordinate responses of all RFI’s and submittals with AOR/EORCoordinate all internal team member feedback with the AOR/EOR/GCProvide punch walk feedbackGather all project documentation for closeoutArchitectInfluence the Architectural direction of the Walt Disney CompanyDevelop varied facility design project work at all stages of assigned projects from concept, feasibility or schematic design through the preparation of construction documentation in accordance with established Disney quality standardsDevelop project concepts with internal team members and partnersResolve team required to fully implement projectDevelop project scopes of work for internal Architects/Engineers/Project PartnersResolve design issues creatively and thoroughly coordinating design with other subject areasManage and execute the design and development of project construction drawings and specifications with internal resources as the Architect of RecordCreate drawings and specifications that comply with applicable codes, standards, and statutes.Coordinate all subject areas within each projectLeverage your technical expertise and lessons learned when creating all projectsRespond to city plan check comments and questionsRespond to all RFI’s and submittals with AOR/EORProvide punch walk list to the GC and FAM partnersPrepare and gather all project documentation for closeoutWork with team members to provide architectural resources, both technical and aesthetic, to develop project scope including design, planning and code compliance for estimation and feasibilityWhat We Look ForProfessional design experience in a wide range of project types and construction typesDemonstrate familiarity with all phases of design and construction practices and standardsConstruction Administration experience including site observation visits and review of RFIs and SubmittalsDirect experience in the preparation of architectural contract drawings and specificationsKnowledge and experience with creating code analysis summaries including life safety plansCollaborate and endeavor in a team environment to guarantee a successful product.Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Airtable, and Microsoft Office Suite is requiredDemonstrate familiarity with the California Building Code, health codes, CalOSHA, and the American with Disabilities ActExperience developing custom details to support unique facility design conditionsDemonstrate leadership, team building skills, and mentoring energetic professionalsDeveloping strong problem solving/analytical skills and time management/social skillsDeveloping strong written, verbal, and graphical social skills with the ability to present complex analyses and issues to all levels of executive managementDemonstrate the ability to respond effectively to wide-ranging situations and personalitiesMust be capable of working independently on programs and projects but must have the maturity to seek guidance/approval and communicate as appropriate.Ability to direct and motivate work efforts of others and handle stressful situationsAbility to work well under pressure, prioritize and lead multiple projects simultaneously, often against tight deadlinesRequired EducationBachelor’s of Architecture or Master's of Architecture from an NAAB accredited schoolMinimum of 9+ years professional experience working in ArchitectureArchitectural License in the State of California is requiredExperience in plan check/ permitting / inspection process with AHJsPreferred QualificationsUse of AirtableMaster Planning ExperienceCASp CertificationExperience with Conditional Use Permits (CP) with AHJExperience with Request for Modification (RFM) with AHJ

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $102,000.00-$136,700.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

FOS

Job Posting Primary Business:

Facilities Asset Mgmt (DLR)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Architecture

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Anaheim, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-05-30