Director, Village Projects and Facilities

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

The Director of Projects and Facilities is a leadership role responsible for the strategic oversight, coordination, and delivery of all existing infrastructure and operational planning within the Olympic and Paralympic Village (exclude overlay). This role leads six critical units—Village Space Planning, Project Management, Accessibility, Training Venues, Facility Management, and Venue Lifecycle management, ensuring seamless integration and execution across all planning and delivery phases. 

The Director will drive cross-functional collaboration, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and ensure that all Village venues and systems are operationally ready to deliver an exceptional athlete experience. This position reports to the Head of Village Management. 

• →Provide strategic leadership and direction across six core units: Village Space Planning, Project Management, Accessibility, Training Venues, Facility Management, and Venue lifecycle management.
• →Oversee the planning and delivery of Village infrastructure, including residential, training, and operational spaces. 
• →Work in close coordination with relevant FAs operating in the village
• →Ensure all venues meet accessibility standards and inclusive design principles, in coordination with relevant stakeholders. 
• →Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of facility operations, including maintenance, readiness, bump-in, bump-out, handover, handback, Olympic to Paralympic transition, and Games-time support. 
• →Establish and maintain robust project management systems to track progress, risks, dependencies, and milestones. 
• →Work closely with the venue owner to integrate their plans into the Village operating model, ensuring alignment and seamless execution.
• →Represent the Village team in executive forums, cross-functional working groups, and stakeholder engagements. 
• →Oversee technology integration, material planning (FF&E), procurement, and resource allocation across all units.
• →Lead readiness activities including simulations, walkthroughs, and operational testing. 
• →Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture. 

• 8+ years of experience in project, facilities, or event operations management, preferably in large-scale or international events. 
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Facility Management, Urban Planning, Logistics, Event Management, Hospitality, or related field preferred
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments.  
• Strong strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.  
• Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, SharePoint, MS Project). 
• Deep understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design.  
• Familiarity with Olympic/Paralympic operations or major sporting events is highly desirable.  

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office.  
• Must be able to navigate large residential and operational zones, including during Games-time conditions.  
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. 
• Must be able to travel local, domestic, and international:
• Local: Visits to venues across Los Angeles and surrounding areas, 1-5 times per month or more.  
• Domestic: Travel within the U.S. for meetings or events,
• International: Travel for global sporting events, meetings, or collaborations once a year
• Frequent travel to venue sites for technical inspections and collaboration with venue teams and partners.  

The annual base salary range for this position is $126,000 - $180,000. 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.

LA28 is committed to 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. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.