Assistant Construction Manager (Project Hire)

Job Posting Title: Assistant Construction Manager (Project Hire) Req ID: 10129387 Job Description: Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe. Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us. Construction Management is responsible for supervising and coordinating all on-site construction activities through the installation of a project or multiple projects. Monitors safety, quality, and schedule in the field, while providing technical expertise and ensuring work in place meets the quality requirements of contract documents, applicable codes, and Disney standards. This Studio Coordinates and interfaces with all WDI Studios, DLR / WDW Operations, and Security, contractors, vendors, and governmental agencies. Construction Management is the primary responsible Studio for everything that happens on WDI construction projects, including all impact to Operations. This position will report to a Principal and/or Senior Construction Manager and is located in Anaheim, California. This is a Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do

On any given day, as an Assistant Construction Manager, we might:

• Manages the safety program in close coordination with Worldwide Safety
• Monitors construction management contract compliance, submittal, and shop drawing process
• Reviews contract applications for payment and makes recommendations to the Construction Manager
• Maintains clarification, submittal, and deficiency logs
• Coordinates with governmental agencies
• Prepares site logistics plans
• Manages Owner-Furnished items
• Keeps record of weather impacts
• Facilitates production of mock-ups/first articles for approval (DPEP, Creative, & Operator)
• Prepares deficiency notices
• Prepares contract directives for Construction Manager review

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years of outside job-related experience or 2-5 years WDI Construction Management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with scheduling, estimating, budgeting, and quality control
• Experience preparing professional bid packages
• Experience hiring outside vendors
• Ability to understand the needs of the client and to manage relationships between the owner/operator
• Ability to comfortably communicate with project team, vendors, consultants, and WDI/DPEP partners
• Understanding of the Project Development process
• Understanding of scheduling, budgeting, and quality control

Organization skills

• Task management
• Expanded computer proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Bluebeam (Drawing Reviews)
• BIM 360 Field (desktop and mobile/iPad)
• BIM 360 Glue (desktop and mobile/iPad)
• BIM 360 Docs (desktop and mobile/iPad)
• Various GC Project Management Platforms - Reservoir (WDW Only) - Per Division 1, GC may recommend a project management software (WDW Only)

Education

• College degree in a WDI Core discipline (such as Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture) or related professional or technical school

Additional Information Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. #LI-FF1 The hiring range for this position in Glendale, California, is $103,500.00 to $138,800.00 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: WDI Global Business Operations & Strategy Job Posting Primary Business: Construction Management (WDI) Primary Job Posting Category: Construction Management Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Glendale, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: USA - CA - 100 South Anaheim Blvd Date Posted: 2025-08-27 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job