Hiring: Director Special Projects & Capital Improvements Company: OdySea Aquarium Location: Scottsdale, AZ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 12:40:34 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Project Management, Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •Minimum of 6-10 years of progressively responsible experience managing capital projects, construction projects, facility improvements, or infrastructure initiatives. •Proven experience managing contractors, consultants, and vendor relationships. Required Skills: •Capital Planning & Strategic Development •Actively facilitate and support development and maintain a multi-year capital improvement plan aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities. •Assist in evaluating facilities, infrastructure, and operational needs and recommend capital investments. •Lead project feasibility studies, business case development, cost analyses, and return-on-investment assessments. •Assist executive leadership in prioritizing capital expenditures and strategic initiatives. •Prepare project justifications, capital budgets, schedules, and implementation plans. •Project Management •Direct and manage capital projects from initiation through completion. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field required. •Master's degree beneficial. •Strong knowledge of project management principles and best practices. •Thorough understanding of construction processes, facility systems, and capital planning methodologies. •Strong financial acumen, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control skills. •Excellent organizational and analytical abilities. •Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. •Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. •Strong negotiation and contract management skills. •Advanced proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office applications. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!