Sphere Entertainment Co.

VP Construction

Sphere Entertainment Co.  •  $160k - $320k/yr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a leader in immersive experiences, technology and media. The Company includes Sphere, an experiential medium powered by advanced technologies. The first Sphere opened in Las Vegas, with a second venue planned for Abu Dhabi. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?

Support the Development and Construction team at Sphere in managing a diverse portfolio of Sphere projects across the globe. The VP Construction will lead key aspects of project development and delivery, ensuring alignment with Sphere's vision, standards, and strategic objectives. This role involves coordinating globally across teams and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes in a dynamic and innovative environment.

What will you do?

Responsible for delivering major projects and initiatives the role will encompass the full development lifecycle from design and procurement through to delivery commissioning and occupation. The post holder will coordinate and lead diverse teams including internal Sphere stakeholders, external designers, General Contractor, and Sub-Contractors.

The role is action orientated with the post holder accountable to deliver to time, cost and quality KPIs. These will include:

  • Oversee and lead development and construction projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with Sphere's creative and technical goals
  • Responsibility to manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful global delivery
  • Lead coordination across internal teams, consultants, and external partners to ensure seamless execution
  • Work with the team to maintain consistent project oversight and monitoring across all initiatives through the preconstruction and construction phases
  • Anticipate and mitigate risks through proactive planning and issue resolution
  • Support strategic project planning and decision making to align with long-term organizational objectives
  • Ensure effective stakeholder communication and reporting at all stages of the project lifecycle
  • Drive continuous improvement in processes, systems, and delivery methodologies
  • Represent the Development and Construction team in global coordination efforts to ensure consistency across regions and projects
  • Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What do you need to succeed?

  • Degree in Construction Management, engineering, Architecture, or a related field
  • Approximately 15 years of experience managing large-scale development and construction projects, ideally within a global or highly complex environment.
  • A background in contracting, consultancy or client organizations are equally valued providing the candidate can show a broad basis of experience which includes design, procurement and delivery of major projects.
  • Proven track record of delivery projects on time, within budget, and to defined quality and safety standards
  • Strong understanding of design, engineering, procurement, and construction processes
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary and international teams
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and adapt to fast-paced, evolving priorities
  • Experienced in participating within large internal project teams and demonstrable staff management experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

This will be a US-Project based role.

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Pay Range

$160,000—$320,000 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.

Sphere Entertainment Co.

About Sphere Entertainment Co.

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a premier live entertainment and media company.

The Company’s portfolio includes Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium that is redefining the future of live entertainment. Sphere is powered by cutting-edge technologies that ignites the senses and transports audiences to places both real and imagined. The first Sphere venue opened in Las Vegas in September 2023 and will host a wide variety of events, including concerts and residencies from the world’s biggest artists; Sphere Experiences featuring leading Hollywood creatives; and premier marquee events. The Company is having discussions regarding the development of Sphere in other forward-thinking cities.

In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which has been a pioneer in regional sports television since its debut as the first regional sports network in the country more than 50 years ago. With two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a companion streaming service, MSG+, MSG Networks serves the nation’s number one media market, the New York DMA, as well as other portions of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. MSG Networks features exclusive live local games of five professional sports franchises along with a compelling lineup of critically acclaimed original programming.  

More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Las Vegas, Nevada
Year Founded
Unknown
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