Senior Manager, CAD Development

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 Logistics department is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing materials management and logistics support to all LA28 functions. The Sr. Manager, CAD Development will be responsible for ultimately assisting the Logistics Functional Area leading the creation, coordination, and management of non-sport specific CAD drawings and technical documentation supporting Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) placement, venue planning, and overlay design for the upcoming LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and related events.  Reporting to the Head of Material Planning, the ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a high level of customer service excellence.   

Personnel Supervision 

• →Supervise a team of Managers, CAD developers 

• →Assist with oversight of the Logistics sub-function 

CAD Development 

• →Lead the development and management of CAD drawings for non-sport specific venue space layouts, FF&E placement, and overlay designs  

• →Coordinate with internal teams to translate requirements into technical drawings 

• →Establish and maintain CAD standards, templates, and best practices across the project 

• →Create, review and approve drawings to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with project requirements  

• →Support cost planning and procurement by providing detailed layouts and quantities 

• →Oversee version control and document management for all CAD files 

• →Ensure alignment with timelines and milestones, delivering high-quality outputs under tight deadlines 

• →Troubleshoot design and coordination issues across disciplines 

• 7+ years of experience in CAD development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role 

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant design software (e.g., Revit, Rhino, BIM tools) 

• Previous experience in a major event is strongly preferred - Olympic & Paralympic Games, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, European Games or FIFA FWC will receive strong consideration 

• Proven track record in managing complex projects, multi-tasking, and prioritization of tasks and deliverables 

• Leadership skills in managing a diverse team 

• Excellent analytical skills: ability to make decisions both independently and within a team environment 

• Strong IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 

• A team player with a strong customer service focus with and a desire to go the extra mile 

• Demonstrate ability in upward / downward communication  

• Competence to present and clearly communicate to audiences in a multitude of public / private settings, as required 

• Willing to work on complex, tight, immovable timelines while maintaining a positive attitude, exhibiting patience, persistence and strong problem-solving skills. 

• Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-national environment 
• High attention to detail

• Expectation to work in LA28 offices in Los Angeles 

• Primarily office-based with extended periods of sitting, working on a computer, and attending virtual or in-person meetings 

• Occasional travel to various venues, warehouses, or vendor meetings may be required 

The annual base salary for this position is $125,000.00. 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.

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. 

• Confident self-starter – ability to make quick decisions, gathering input from key stakeholders and advancing the ball forward with pace  

• Collaborative and flexible approach – ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself over the next 3 years 

• Influencing skills – ability to distill information and drive understanding and buy in across multiple stakeholders and executives 

• Team player – ability to scale up and down and drive both Logistics and flawless execution  

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design, or related field. / Managerial certification