Project Coordinator, Senior

Job Summary:

Project Coordinator, Senior

Glendale, CA office

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.

At Ride Engineering, it is our responsibility to move people through our stories in magical ways that bring these experiences to life! Ride Engineers bring optimism and solutions to design challenges that often seem impossible and partner with diverse creative talent to define and build one-of-a-kind experiences that bring fun and joy to millions of people all around the world. We Create to Inspire!

The Project Coordinator, Senior is a key member of the WDI Ride Engineering team, providing technical and logistical support for document delivery, design coordination, and project requirements. This role communicates across disciplines and assists with system requirements, design reviews, contract documentation, and mock-ups.

You will report directly to the Executive Project Engineer but may receive daily direction from other engineers. This is a full time role.

What you will do

• Model the Company’s five keys: Safety, Courtesy, Show, Efficiency, Inclusion
• Collaborate with diverse teams, including Shanghai ride coordinators
• Proactively address design and coordination issues
• Arrange team meetings and facilitate discussions
• Support team travel, office needs, IT coordination, and purchasing of tools/test equipment
• Manage logistics for business travelers and inspectors (travel requests, arrangements, invoices, meeting logistics)
• Assist with proof of concept, prototypes, and mock-ups
• Communicate updates on vendor, field, and testing activities
• Coordinate team efforts with internal/external groups (project, design, operations, vendors, contractors)
• Maintain documentation (scope lists, deliverables matrices, etc.)
• Assist in design review processes and final deliverable preparation/release
• Archive photo documentation as needed
• Support vendor contract change management by collecting/verifying information
• Prepare and participate in executive presentations
• Organize contract documents
• Track ride equipment logistics and shipping (domestic/overseas), assist with customs, spare parts purchasing, and handover to Operations

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in project coordination or project management
• Computer savvy, including MS Office Suite and collaboration tools such as Box
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and working independently
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Flexible schedule, as this role works with counterparts outside of the US

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficiency in Mandarin both spoken and written
• Disney/Themed Entertainment experience

Education:

• Strongly Prefer a four year undergraduate Degree in Business, Engineering, Theater, Environmental Design, or other Entertainment or Development-related field.
• Consideration will be made for those with more than 10 years experience and/or are working toward a Degree.

This position is located in Glendale, California

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 #disneycastlife #

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA. is $58,600 - $78,600 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.