Senior Manager of Project Management

As a leading mountain resort operator with over 40 resorts in sixteen states and four countries. We exist to create an Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, provide and Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We are looking for leaders, innovators, creators, and ambitious professionals to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Many of our Corporate function teams can now live and work in any of the states in which Vail Resorts currently operates* – enabling flexible remote work alongside a commitment to building and maintaining strong culture both in person and virtually. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you. Find your purpose with us at . 

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary:

Mountain Division is seeking Project Manager to join the central team. We are seeking a high performing individual that has the drive to lean in and lead various projects and programs across the Mountain Division. This Project Manager will join senior Mountain Division executives and leaders to develop and manage cross functional processes and systems necessary to effectively execute projects or programs within the Mountain Division.

This position will report to the Chief of Staff for the Mountain Division.

Job Specifications:

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Year Round / Full Time 

• Outlet: Corporate

• Other Specifics: Hybrid (Denver, Colorado based)

• Expected Pay Range: $100,000 - $150,000 + annual bonus.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience

Job Responsibilities:

• End to end responsibility for management of multiple complex and cross-functional projects, process and tools, including project development and scoping through execution;

• Development of processes and tools for effective and efficient project management and alignment, adjustment and training of stakeholders on such processes and tools;

• Manage a broad range projects and programs necessary to drive the Division’s and Enterprise priorities;

• Design and manage meetings to include setting objectives, agendas, organizing meeting time and minutes and ensuring cross functional team members and projects stay on track to meet the aligned objectives

• Partner closely with Mountain Division and cross functional leaders to ensure continuous prioritization and effective resource management;

• Track, monitor and driver deliverables for priority projects or Division programs, including internal and external teams and adherence to approved budget;

• Manage multiple levels of stakeholders through alignment, project updates, identification or risks and opportunities and effective and transparent communication, with an emphasis on storytelling;

• Balance competing priorities and challenges within the Division and cross functionally;

• Identify and provide recommendations to address process gaps or improvements and challenge assumptions in a constructive and professional manner;

• Seek continuous improvement of existing and new systems, tools and processes to increase resource efficiency and effectiveness;

Job Qualifications:

• Required 4-5+ years professional experience as a project manager with a demonstrated track record of delivering projects in scope, on time and on budget;

• Bachelor’s degree in business, process management, engineering or equivalent preferred;

• PMP certification is strongly preferred;

• Strong analytic and critical thinking skills are required;

• Ability to work and communicate effectively amongst a variety of cross functional stakeholders, ranging from enterprise executives to in field operational staff, in a changing and fast paced environment is critical;

• Knowledge of and ability to execute on multiple approaches and processes for project management with the ability to apply the most appropriate approach to individual projects;

• Appreciation and understanding of confidentiality and discretion in your work;

• Self-directed, naturally curious, detail oriented and diligent;

• Drive to achieve and to grow excellence in the team

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $100,000 - $150,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

The perks include a free ski pass, and a set of benefits including... 

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan  
• Hourly employees are generally eligible for accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Time.  Salaried employees are generally eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO) 
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible mothers and fathers  
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts.   At Vail Resorts, our team is made whole by the brave, passionate individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.  

*Remote work is currently permitted from British Columbia and the 16 U.S. states in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Please note that the ability to work remotely, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work at any time in its sole discretion.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  501180
Reference Date: 04/08/2024 
Job Code Function: Marketing