SailGP Kensington And Chelsea, England, United Kingdom
SailGP Kensington And Chelsea, England, United Kingdom
The Rolex SailGP Championship is the most exciting racing on water, where anything can happen in short, adrenaline-fueled battles between national teams at iconic stadium destinations worldwide. Top athletes fly in identical high-tech F50 catamarans faster than the wind, at speeds approaching 60 mph. Founded in 2018, SailGP is one of the world’s fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties, now in its fifth season.
SailGP also races for a better future, championing a world powered by nature. In 2020, SailGP set a new standard as the first climate positive sports and entertainment property and began delivering actions and innovations that advance the global adoption of clean energy. Underpinning the organization’s purpose-driven agenda is a diversification of the league, with the goal of immediately progressing gender equity and inclusivity.
SailGP is a global organisation with defined values that shape the culture of its team – deliver quality, break boundaries, make an impact, stand together and strike a balance.
Summary
This role is responsible for the end-to-end planning and delivery of SailGP’s event stadiums. Planning, procuring, scheduling and serving as the project manager for the build and delivery of the race stadiums infrastructure, operation and associated budgets.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the planning, delivery and project management of the race stadium, working closely with the Head of Event, Infrastructure Lead and Local Production Teams.
* Work alongside the Infrastructure Team to develop a detailed site plan for each of the race stadiums, accounting for key items including but not limited to, the fan journey, emergency planning, VIP experiences, branding opportunities, while optimizing the use of the waterfront viewing areas.
* Plan, procure, schedule and serve as project manager for the operational delivery of the event stadium, working closely with the Infrastructure Lead.
* Create, manage and maintain a robust project management plan for the race stadium operations.
* Support the Finance/Procurement manager on vendor selection, ensuring strict adherence to procurement deadlines and approved budgets..
* Work in collaboration with the Event Experience Team to support the operations and delivery of fan engagement, activations and event experiences.
* Manage the Local Production Team communication with contractors, suppliers, and vendors to assist in the delivery of the infrastructure and equipment and race stadium operations.
* Manage the other Race Stadium Managers to ensure consistency across the full season.
* Coordinate with SailGP colleagues across all departments to ensure clear communication of event deliverables and deadlines.
* Lead planning meetings across internal departments, Local Production Agency and suppliers as needed, in accordance with set meeting structure.
* Contribute to the development of long term plans for the race stadium build and operations including the development and implantation of sustainability strategies for the region and globally.
* Manage permits, license and consenting in collaboration with the Local Production Team.
Key Expectations
* Champion an inclusive environment where diversity is valued
* Advocate and promote SailGP Values and contribute to a positive culture
* Operate with a financially responsible mindset and strive for the commercial sustainability of SailGP
* Consider how each team action contributes to Better Sport, Better Planet
* Develop creative solutions that allow for quality work to be delivered
* Drive collaboration and team work within the department and across the organisation
* Promote working practices that enable a healthy work life balance within the team and celebrate wellbeing
* Support out of the box thinking
* Support teams with developmental goals and growth plans
About You
* Appreciation for accuracy and pays close attention to detail when handling key information
* Proficient organizational, prioritisation, communication and administrative skills
* Able to communicate confidently and adapt communication style according to the needs of the stakeholder
* Able to work independently but values working collaboratively as part of a team
* Works effectively and enjoys a fast-paced, start-up environment
* Entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to exceed expectations
* Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders across multiple departments (global & local)
Location:
London, United Kingdom. Hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days per week in the London Office.
SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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