The Walt Disney Company
Environmental Sustainability Research And Development Manager
The Walt Disney Company, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
About the Role & Team
The Environmental Sustainability Research and Development team is responsible for leading the exploration, research, development, and testing of innovative and emerging solutions focused on reducing the environmental impact of Disney Parks and Resorts operations in alignment with The Walt Disney Company’s environmental goals.As the R&D Manager, you will conduct extensive research on the technical viability and implementation strategies of emerging environmental solutions, with an emphasis on emissions reduction, zero waste to landfill, and circular economy solutions. You will partner with numerous internal and external stakeholders, including corporate Environmental Sustainability and Policy teams, third-party consultants, Non-Governmental Organizations, and various business units. You will also supervise the two Disney Experiences funding sources, the Emissions Efficiency Fund and the corporate R&D fund, and lead the budgeting process while measuring and summarizing energy consumption data for Disney Experiences.In this role, you will report to the Environmental Sustainability Director.What You Will Do
Project planning, including defining scope, goals, timelines, site walks, fieldwork, and results, as well as identifying key partners and resources needed for the project.Conduct literature reviews and lead the development of technical assessments and reports detailing the viability of new environmental sustainability solutions.Facilitate communications and logistics among project team members and partners by providing regular project updates and addressing concerns.Develop and lead project budgets across multiple lines of businesses, forecasting and monitoring actual expenses throughout the project lifecycle.Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.Oversee segment Emissions Efficiency Fund and R&D corporate funding.Lead a team of Project Managers, including recruiting, development, and performance evaluations.Required Qualifications & Skills
Minimum three years of experience leading and managing a team or initiative.Experience leading large-scale projects and developing proof of concept testing.Technical assessment experience determining technology viability and application.Ability to identify industry sustainability trends.Proven track record prioritizing solutions based on technical assessments, financial viability, supply chain, and lifecycle impact assessment.Experience developing and tracking measures of success and key performance indicators.Ability to engage, influence, and encourage multi-disciplinary project teams.Ability to articulate high-level strategy into operational functions, connecting with employees at all levels.Ability to spend an average of 5-20 hours per week doing field work and lifting up to 40 pounds.Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating technical viability of advanced Environmental Sustainability technologies.Education
Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, sustainability, analytics, business, project management, or related field, or 5+ years of related experience.Preferred Education
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.USGBC LEED Accreditation, LEED Green Associate.Additional Information
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide!
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The Environmental Sustainability Research and Development team is responsible for leading the exploration, research, development, and testing of innovative and emerging solutions focused on reducing the environmental impact of Disney Parks and Resorts operations in alignment with The Walt Disney Company’s environmental goals.As the R&D Manager, you will conduct extensive research on the technical viability and implementation strategies of emerging environmental solutions, with an emphasis on emissions reduction, zero waste to landfill, and circular economy solutions. You will partner with numerous internal and external stakeholders, including corporate Environmental Sustainability and Policy teams, third-party consultants, Non-Governmental Organizations, and various business units. You will also supervise the two Disney Experiences funding sources, the Emissions Efficiency Fund and the corporate R&D fund, and lead the budgeting process while measuring and summarizing energy consumption data for Disney Experiences.In this role, you will report to the Environmental Sustainability Director.What You Will Do
Project planning, including defining scope, goals, timelines, site walks, fieldwork, and results, as well as identifying key partners and resources needed for the project.Conduct literature reviews and lead the development of technical assessments and reports detailing the viability of new environmental sustainability solutions.Facilitate communications and logistics among project team members and partners by providing regular project updates and addressing concerns.Develop and lead project budgets across multiple lines of businesses, forecasting and monitoring actual expenses throughout the project lifecycle.Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.Oversee segment Emissions Efficiency Fund and R&D corporate funding.Lead a team of Project Managers, including recruiting, development, and performance evaluations.Required Qualifications & Skills
Minimum three years of experience leading and managing a team or initiative.Experience leading large-scale projects and developing proof of concept testing.Technical assessment experience determining technology viability and application.Ability to identify industry sustainability trends.Proven track record prioritizing solutions based on technical assessments, financial viability, supply chain, and lifecycle impact assessment.Experience developing and tracking measures of success and key performance indicators.Ability to engage, influence, and encourage multi-disciplinary project teams.Ability to articulate high-level strategy into operational functions, connecting with employees at all levels.Ability to spend an average of 5-20 hours per week doing field work and lifting up to 40 pounds.Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating technical viability of advanced Environmental Sustainability technologies.Education
Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, sustainability, analytics, business, project management, or related field, or 5+ years of related experience.Preferred Education
Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.USGBC LEED Accreditation, LEED Green Associate.Additional Information
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide!
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