Project Coordinator

Principal Accountabilities:

• Facilitate communication between Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI), Oriental Land Company (OLC) and Contractors as part of the overall project execution process.  Assist with clarification, as needed.
• Communicate daily with WDI Project Team and monitor the progress of field activities against the schedule and report deviations to OLC and Contractors.
• Monitor the progress of the construction activities and report exceptions and potential impact to the field need date to WDI Project Team.
• Attend project meetings (including impromptu meetings and daily project field meetings) and disseminate the plan to the project team.  Follow up on critical issues immediately.
• Assist WDI Project Manager in coordinating meetings, site walks, buy-offs and integration activities.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Organized with ability to prioritize and work within a deadline
• Strong personal management skills
• Ability to make quick decisions
• Ability to think strategically and work through conflicts
• Ability to interact with multiple levels and positions
• Ability to take direction and adapt to change
• Ability to establish positive relationships and work in a dynamic team environment
• Fluency in both Japanese and English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Valid Driver’s License (preferred but not required)
• 2 years or more experience in Themed Entertainment development (preferred but not required)

The position will be a one-year full-time contract with renewal up to a total of three years.