Job Description

Job ID

10112776

Location

London, United Kingdom

Business

Walt Disney Imagineering

Date posted

Jul. 17, 2025
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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

As a Project Manager at Walt Disney Imagineering UK, you will report to the Senior Project Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering innovative, first-of-their-kind projects. You'll be part of a newly formed team in London supporting the expansion of Disney Cruise Line portfolio.


Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

This role will require you to be onsite 4 days a week with opportunities for short periods of travel.

What You Will Do

Support and collaborate with the Senior Project Manager on all aspects of project management, from scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery; under minimal supervision Set priorities and provide direction to project teams Develop integrated delivery strategies, budgets, schedules, and resource plans Lead change management and risk mitigation and contingency efforts Prepare and negotiate basic contracts and manage contractor compliance Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to influence timelines and outcomes Develop the Capital Authorization Requests Track project documentation and ensure quality deliverables Contribute to a culture of continuous learning

Required Qualifications & Skills

Significant experience in a large-scale project management architecture or construction management environment Experience in shipbuilding, cruise ships, or themed entertainment Ability to adapt to evolving project needs and collaborate across diverse teams Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, incl communications for executive management Ability to read and coordinate drawings and 3D using the Autodesk suite Strong knowledge of project management capabilities Expert user of MS Office suite (especially using MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint) Ability to guide project team towards resolution of issues through strong facilitation skills, incl Designers, Architects and Construction Managers Influence senior management in decision making regarding complex issues. Maintain positive relationships with studios, WDI partners, vendors, and consultants. Influence commercial and schedule issues through clear identification of critical issues and drivers, thoughtful analysis, and well-articulated positions. Confidence in guiding teams in a highly matrixed and international environment A collaborative spirit and a passion for storytelling through design

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, architecture, construction management, or equivalent experience Experience in shipbuilding, cruise ships, or themed entertainment highly desirable

The Perks

25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and TRUST

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.


We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.