FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States
Venue Infrastructure Senior Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026 - Seattle
FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Venue Infrastructure Senior Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026 - Seattle
Join to apply for the
Venue Infrastructure Senior Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026 - Seattle
role at
FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Description Reporting organisationally to the FIFA26 Inc., Director of Infrastructure & Technical Services (INF & TCS) in the FIFA26 Headquarter, the Venue Infrastructure Manager will be a key member of the FWC26 Infrastructure & Technical Services team, and work in close collaboration with the whole sub‑division.
Department: Technical & Infrastructure
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Seattle
Reporting To: Kaj Heyral
THE POSITION
Being the main representative and primary contact to the INF & TCS Sub‑Division at your assigned stadium focused on excellent stakeholder management and communication.
Being the primary contract for INF & TCS topics to the stadium, INF & TCS Central Teams, FIFA Venue Operations Director, Venue Technology Manager, Venue Logistics Manager and for all other FIFA Functional Area Venue leads.
Managing the INF & TCS team on site comprised of venue staff and multiple service providers coming from FIFA and the stadium.
Delivery of the INF & TCS technical requirements, maintaining clear communication with the stadiums and INF & TCS Central Teams to ensure FIFA delivery timelines inclusive of monitoring schedules for stadium construction / renovation plans, etc.
Ensuring all FA’s requirements are delivered according to the venue designs, matrix of requirements, bill of quantities and set‑up / dismantling schedules, as per the contracts with suppliers.
Managing and maintaining roles & responsibility matrices in the stadium set‑up and dismantling periods.
Project‑managing the technical information flow for assigned stadium and populating reports and dashboards of stadium‑related activities.
Identifying temporary infrastructure related issues and liaising directly with INF & TCS Central Teams, FIFA Venue Operations Director, FAs and stakeholders during the delivery process.
Validating, re‑adjusting, and finalising solutions against the reality of site conditions.
Working with the overlay delivery partner and all other INF & TCS suppliers onsite to monitor the execution of the project scope of work, to ensure all requirements are met and all overlay spaces are handed over on time with quality during all phases of the project including the removal/re‑instatement phases.
Providing oversight on overlay contractors’ deliverables and acting as an escalation point for issue resolution along with the INF & TCS Central Teams.
Reporting on progress to INF & TCS Central Teams and Venue Operations Directors on venue’s progress, tracking, issue resolution, etc.
Your Profile Education & Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferably in Engineering, Architecture, Information Technology or other domains.
Great understanding of the technical complexity of a stadium with additional FIFA World Cup needs.
Work Experience
Experience in planning and delivering infrastructure and/or providing technical services to large‑scale sporting events.
Experience in managing and leading teams and staff with different backgrounds and skill sets.
Experience in site coordination/production management on a promoter and/or touring level for large‑scale sport events, concerts, tours or festivals.
Languages
Fluent in English (USA/CAN/MEX) and Spanish (MEX) and French (CAN).
Technology
Proficient in MS Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Planning software, online collaboration tools: Monday.com, MS Planner, MS Outlook, MS Teams, Miro.
Autodesk applications (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.).
PAY INFORMATION In accordance with Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunity Act, the salary range for this position is $93k - $105k. This estimate is based on this position being performed in Washington, and the range may not apply to similar positions in other locations. In determining actual base pay, FIFA 26 considers candidate education, experience, and other job‑related factors allowed by law.
An employee’s position within the salary range will be determined by various factors, including relevant education, experience, qualifications, certifications, skills, geographic location, performance metrics, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business needs.
Additionally, FIFA 26 offers a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan.
About FWC2026 The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Venue Infrastructure Senior Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026 - Seattle
role at
FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Description Reporting organisationally to the FIFA26 Inc., Director of Infrastructure & Technical Services (INF & TCS) in the FIFA26 Headquarter, the Venue Infrastructure Manager will be a key member of the FWC26 Infrastructure & Technical Services team, and work in close collaboration with the whole sub‑division.
Department: Technical & Infrastructure
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Seattle
Reporting To: Kaj Heyral
THE POSITION
Being the main representative and primary contact to the INF & TCS Sub‑Division at your assigned stadium focused on excellent stakeholder management and communication.
Being the primary contract for INF & TCS topics to the stadium, INF & TCS Central Teams, FIFA Venue Operations Director, Venue Technology Manager, Venue Logistics Manager and for all other FIFA Functional Area Venue leads.
Managing the INF & TCS team on site comprised of venue staff and multiple service providers coming from FIFA and the stadium.
Delivery of the INF & TCS technical requirements, maintaining clear communication with the stadiums and INF & TCS Central Teams to ensure FIFA delivery timelines inclusive of monitoring schedules for stadium construction / renovation plans, etc.
Ensuring all FA’s requirements are delivered according to the venue designs, matrix of requirements, bill of quantities and set‑up / dismantling schedules, as per the contracts with suppliers.
Managing and maintaining roles & responsibility matrices in the stadium set‑up and dismantling periods.
Project‑managing the technical information flow for assigned stadium and populating reports and dashboards of stadium‑related activities.
Identifying temporary infrastructure related issues and liaising directly with INF & TCS Central Teams, FIFA Venue Operations Director, FAs and stakeholders during the delivery process.
Validating, re‑adjusting, and finalising solutions against the reality of site conditions.
Working with the overlay delivery partner and all other INF & TCS suppliers onsite to monitor the execution of the project scope of work, to ensure all requirements are met and all overlay spaces are handed over on time with quality during all phases of the project including the removal/re‑instatement phases.
Providing oversight on overlay contractors’ deliverables and acting as an escalation point for issue resolution along with the INF & TCS Central Teams.
Reporting on progress to INF & TCS Central Teams and Venue Operations Directors on venue’s progress, tracking, issue resolution, etc.
Your Profile Education & Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferably in Engineering, Architecture, Information Technology or other domains.
Great understanding of the technical complexity of a stadium with additional FIFA World Cup needs.
Work Experience
Experience in planning and delivering infrastructure and/or providing technical services to large‑scale sporting events.
Experience in managing and leading teams and staff with different backgrounds and skill sets.
Experience in site coordination/production management on a promoter and/or touring level for large‑scale sport events, concerts, tours or festivals.
Languages
Fluent in English (USA/CAN/MEX) and Spanish (MEX) and French (CAN).
Technology
Proficient in MS Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Planning software, online collaboration tools: Monday.com, MS Planner, MS Outlook, MS Teams, Miro.
Autodesk applications (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.).
PAY INFORMATION In accordance with Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunity Act, the salary range for this position is $93k - $105k. This estimate is based on this position being performed in Washington, and the range may not apply to similar positions in other locations. In determining actual base pay, FIFA 26 considers candidate education, experience, and other job‑related factors allowed by law.
An employee’s position within the salary range will be determined by various factors, including relevant education, experience, qualifications, certifications, skills, geographic location, performance metrics, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business needs.
Additionally, FIFA 26 offers a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan.
About FWC2026 The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr