The Walt Disney Company
Senior Project Controls Planner (Project Hire)
The Walt Disney Company, Glendale, California, us, 91222
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Job ID
10124851
Location
Glendale, California, United States
Business
Walt Disney Imagineering
Date posted Aug. 11, 2025Job Summary: 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. About the Role & Team Provide planning and scheduling expertise to all WDI project teams and functional disciplines. Develop comprehensive implementation strategies and incorporate deliverables into project schedules. Prepare project life cycle and master schedules. Integrate all schedules (design disciplines, vendors, production, and construction) to provide a comprehensive project perspective. Monitor and evaluate risks and present recovery/mitigation plans to support turnover/opening schedules. Perform earned value analysis when needed. Provide progress reports and management presentations, as appropriate. You will report to Executive Project Controls. This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement. What You Will Do
Lead development and implementation of project scheduling processes, tools, and deliverables. Lead project schedule reporting and planning sessions with all levels of project and organizational management. Coordinate with contractors, responsible project team members, WDI performing work groups, and WDI systems planners to develop and integrate activity durations and logic sequences required to perform project work. Lead manpower loading/resource analysis, and develop and update earned man-hour progress curves as required. Scope of responsibility may include lead discipline planning coverage on some projects involving show/ride concept development, show, ride, facility and area development design, show/ride production and installation, show/ride test and adjust, and show programming, in addition to core building construction and field disciplines. Responsible for preparation of the schedule reporting specification for contract bid packages and determining schedule milestones and/or key dates for incorporation into the contract specification. Required Qualifications & Skills Minimum 6 years of engineering/construction planning and scheduling and/or themed entertainment planning/coordination experience, which includes a combination of: At least six years of Critical Path Method scheduling experience utilizing scheduling software. At least six years of construction, production, and/or design experience. Good understanding of practical project controls applications and earned value measurement. Preferred Qualifications
Industry-relevant certifications or completed course studies preferred. Prior experience as a Lead Project Planner/Scheduler. Prior supervisory experience of junior staff. Work experience in the following industries: theme parks, cruise lines, major resorts, or show/ride product lines. Required Education BS degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent. Additional Information Benefits and Perks: 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 . #WDICreative #PP-1
Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. • The hiring range for this position is $124,900.00-$167,500.00 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.About Walt Disney Imagineering: Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering . Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world. Disability Accommodation for Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs . We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. Specify Locations Specify Locations Select a job category from the list of options. Select a location from the list of options. Finally, click “Add” to create your job alert. Job Category Location Job Level Remove
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Job ID
10124851
Location
Glendale, California, United States
Business
Walt Disney Imagineering
Date posted Aug. 11, 2025Job Summary: 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. About the Role & Team Provide planning and scheduling expertise to all WDI project teams and functional disciplines. Develop comprehensive implementation strategies and incorporate deliverables into project schedules. Prepare project life cycle and master schedules. Integrate all schedules (design disciplines, vendors, production, and construction) to provide a comprehensive project perspective. Monitor and evaluate risks and present recovery/mitigation plans to support turnover/opening schedules. Perform earned value analysis when needed. Provide progress reports and management presentations, as appropriate. You will report to Executive Project Controls. This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement. What You Will Do
Lead development and implementation of project scheduling processes, tools, and deliverables. Lead project schedule reporting and planning sessions with all levels of project and organizational management. Coordinate with contractors, responsible project team members, WDI performing work groups, and WDI systems planners to develop and integrate activity durations and logic sequences required to perform project work. Lead manpower loading/resource analysis, and develop and update earned man-hour progress curves as required. Scope of responsibility may include lead discipline planning coverage on some projects involving show/ride concept development, show, ride, facility and area development design, show/ride production and installation, show/ride test and adjust, and show programming, in addition to core building construction and field disciplines. Responsible for preparation of the schedule reporting specification for contract bid packages and determining schedule milestones and/or key dates for incorporation into the contract specification. Required Qualifications & Skills Minimum 6 years of engineering/construction planning and scheduling and/or themed entertainment planning/coordination experience, which includes a combination of: At least six years of Critical Path Method scheduling experience utilizing scheduling software. At least six years of construction, production, and/or design experience. Good understanding of practical project controls applications and earned value measurement. Preferred Qualifications
Industry-relevant certifications or completed course studies preferred. Prior experience as a Lead Project Planner/Scheduler. Prior supervisory experience of junior staff. Work experience in the following industries: theme parks, cruise lines, major resorts, or show/ride product lines. Required Education BS degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent. Additional Information Benefits and Perks: 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 . #WDICreative #PP-1
Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. • The hiring range for this position is $124,900.00-$167,500.00 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.About Walt Disney Imagineering: Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering . Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world. Disability Accommodation for Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs . We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. Specify Locations Specify Locations Select a job category from the list of options. Select a location from the list of options. Finally, click “Add” to create your job alert. Job Category Location Job Level Remove
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