The FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX has rapidly become a world-class event in its first two years. This three-day spectacle attracts a global audience to witness the world's greatest drivers and cars navigate the iconic Las Vegas Strip at breathtaking speeds approaching 200 mph.
Grand Prix Plaza is the world’s largest immersive Formula 1 attraction, featuring thrilling interactive experiences: F1 X, a 4D journey through a tech driven attraction; F1 DRIVE, kart racing powered by advanced DRS technology; and F1 HUB featuring state-of-the-art simulators, a flagship F1 store, and elevated restaurant and lounge offerings.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Event Operations Manager is a dynamic role requiring strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills. This role requires the ability to adapt to unforeseen challenges and work collaboratively with a diverse group of individuals to ensure the event’s success. This role participates in the planning, execution and post event analysis of the Las Vegas Grand Prix ensuring seamless operations across each event venue. This role manages multiple vendors and collaborates with cross-functional departments. The Event Operations Manager plays a key role in the success of the Las Vegas Grand Prix ensuring that all event operational aspects run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Responsible for direct oversite and management of multiple departments, including but not limited to Signage, Guest Services, Ticketing, Credentials and Accessibility.
- Coordinates closely with multiple departments to ensure overall logistics are coordinated and are aligned on deliverables.
- Works with the VP of Event Operations to develop and manage budgets throughout the event cycle.
- Updates budget tracking monthly for finance and forecasting.
- Accountable for RFP requests and for contracting with vendors/services as needed for necessary departments.
- Identifies areas for process improvement and implements innovative solutions to streamline the event operations.
- Works with various teams and departments to develop and implement detailed operational plans including but not limited to signage, wayfinding, guest services, accessibility and overall venue operation plans.
- Creates policies and procedures for responsible departments to implement across all event venues.
- Creates and manages department workback timeline to align with overall Event Operations milestones ensuring all projects have direction and stay on task.
- Creates objectives and ensures goals are met within a defined timeframe.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient execution of all event operational aspects.
- Conducts post-event debriefs and recaps to analyze outcomes and feedback to improve the overall event operations.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 5 years of event/festival industry administrative experience.
- Motivated self-starter who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and has exceptional follow through skills.
- Highly organized with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Superior organizational and project management skills
- Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances and pivot to address new situations and concerns positively and proactively
- Solid computer/database and clerical skills, Proficient in MS Office products, working knowledge of SmartSheet
- Ability to track, manage and meet budget requirements.
- Communicate effectively with various audiences by organizing and delivering information appropriately and listening actively to others.
- Proactively seek solutions to problems. Be enthusiastic and energetic in your approach to your job. Commit to putting in extra effort with a positive attitude.
- Be flexible in handling change, able to juggle multiple demands, and adaptable to new situations with fresh ideas or innovative approaches.
- Possess the skills needed to perform your job well, paying close attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness.
Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
