Technology Project Manager

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

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The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what’s next through sport, community and the power of our differences.

The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community’s diversity and creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.

The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors. 

Values and Behaviors:

• Optimism – Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact
• Integrity – We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn’t easy
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs
• Inclusion – We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are
• Co-Creation – We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo

Technology Project Manager:

The LA28 Technology team is responsible for both IT for the organization and technology equipment and services to enable the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  Within the Technology team, the Program Management Office (PMO) is responsible for project and program management, operational readiness and testing, technology workforce planning, budget management, and technology procurement. 

The Technology Project Manager will report to the Head of Technology Program Management and serve a key role in managing a large volume of projects, processes, and initiatives across the team.   

Beginning as a nimble startup, LA28 will evolve into a multi-billion-dollar organization within the next three years.  We are looking for a proactive leader with keen business and technical acumen.  As our Technology Project Manager, you will need an ability to implement processes and structure in a fast-paced environment, an exceptional ability to foster relationships, and the project management foundation to meet our delivery needs.  This is an exciting opportunity to join the LA28 Technology team and bring your skills and passion to execute on our technology initiatives. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Implement project management best practices across the technology organization 

• Manage complex technology projects involving internal and external stakeholders in a time-sensitive environment 

• Establish project plans and standard project management delivery mechanisms in support of various technology functions (e.g., applications, cybersecurity, telecommunications) 

• Lead special projects and key initiatives to ensure effective games planning and technology delivery for the 2028 summer games 

• Track, coordinate, plan, and report on technical work across multiple teams and departments 

• Standardize processes, project documentation, knowledge management, and collaboration practices 

• Maintain project documentation, project resources, and templates within SharePoint 

• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Sport, Broadcast) to align cross-functional schedules and timing of project delivery 

• Coordinate with the Strategic PMO team on organization-wide project management principles, best practices, and centers of excellence 

• Contribute to the development of change management practices and implementation of change management across the department 

 

Background & Qualifications:

 

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in technology or sports-related project management 

• Demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex and time-sensitive projects 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically to resolve issues efficiently  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely  

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members to achieve common goals 

• Ability to manage multiple large-scale tasks and priorities simultaneously  

• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills 

• Experience working within a complex, cross-functional organization  

• Fluent working with Microsoft Office suite of products 

• Experience with Smartsheet a plus  

• Ability to design and implement processes including manage change effectively 

• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) 

 

Position Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Candidates should expect a standard 5-day week working primarily based in the LA28 Los Angeles office 

• Prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer 

 

Education:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience 
• PMP, Certified Scrum Master, or other PMI designation preferred 

Expectations:

• A committed team player with problem-solving skills, comfortable working both in the details and at a higher strategic level 

• Confident self-starter – Takes initiative, gathers inputs from key stakeholders, takes action, and resolves challenges proactively   

• Ability to work effectively and independently with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and advancing work forward with pace  

• Ability to navigate and manage ambiguity while striving for excellence 

• Relationship building and negotiating skills – ability to build relationships with external suppliers to set the foundation for effective negotiations  

• Collaborative and flexible approach – Ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows, adapting quickly to changing priorities and requirements 

• Technical acumen – understanding across various technologies and project management methodologies 

• Excitement for the role and opportunity to help shape the future of Los Angeles and the Olympic and Paralympic Movement 

 

Submission Requirements:

• Resume

 

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,000.00 - $105,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

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LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.