Oak View GroupOak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
OverviewThe Sustainability Manager will oversee and manage the Event Related Sustainability Policies and Efforts approved by the Client and the General Manager of the McCormick Place Convention Center under the direction of the Director of Sustainability.
This role will pay a yearly salary of $85,000 to $100,000.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).This position will remain open until May 2, 2025.Responsibilities- Reports directly to the Director of Sustainability.
- Executes sustainable efforts for all events working the Event Managers and Event Contractors.
- Oversees Loading Dock Management toward a Zero Landfill Policy:
- Conduct daily dock inspects in back-of-house docks.
- Report action items to the proper departments in regard to cleanliness, removing equipment, etc.
- Follow-up to confirm any infractions have been addressed within a timely manner.
- Assist the Sustainability Director on establishing move-in and move-out waste removal programs to increase sustainability numbers and improve diversion rates. Conduct waste audits, noting waste streams and end-user practices with opportunities for improvement. Monitor special collection bins, such as e-waste, donations, carpet recycling, etc.
- Works directly with Waste Haulers and Compost Facility.
- Assist Director of Sustainability in coordinating the requirements of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Event Industry Council (EIC) programs that must be met for each level of Certification.
- Assist Director of Sustainability in preparing the McCormick Place Convention Center for independent measuring, monitoring, and auditing to fulfill the certification requirements.
- Oversees Staff Training pertaining to Sustainability Operations
Qualifications- Minimum 3 to 5+ years of experience of sustainable efforts in Design, Construction or Operations of Convention Centers, Arenas, theaters or Stadiums.
- Background in Architecture or Engineered Building Systems (HVAC/Electrical and Plumbing).
- Demonstrated knowledge of products and systems procurement.
- Demonstrated involvement in the Sustainable Industry.
- Understanding of Zero Landfill, Sustainable Purchasing, Utility Monitoring, and USGBC LEED Documentation
- Proficiency with MS Office products.
- Minimum Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management or related field. Applicable experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a DifferenceAt OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our
people, improves our
service, and raises our
excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity EmployerOak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
