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Senior Manager, Cleaning & Waste Venue ManagementLA28 • Los Angeles, CA, US
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Senior Manager, Cleaning & Waste Venue Management

Senior Manager, Cleaning & Waste Venue Management

LA28 • Los Angeles, CA, US
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Senior Manager, Cleaning & Waste Venue Management

Reporting to the Head of Cleaning and Waste, the Senior Manager, Venue Cleaning & Waste will lead the planning, development, and delivery of the cleaning and waste management program across all Olympic and Paralympic competition and non-competition venues. This role is responsible for establishing venue-specific cleaning and waste protocols, ensuring alignment with LA28's sustainability objectives, and managing operational readiness and Games-time delivery. The role will collaborate closely with Venue Management, Sustainability, Food & Beverage, and key city and venue partners to ensure clean, safe, and environmentally responsible Games-time operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Program Development & Planning :

  • Establish specific cleaning and waste management plans for each competition and non-competition venue
  • Build contingency plans to address sanitation challenges, waste overflow, and emergency response situations
  • Integrate cleaning and waste services into overall venue operational plans, ensuring seamless coordination with other functional areas

Venue Operations Management :

  • Oversee the successful delivery of cleaning and waste services across all Games venues and locations
  • Manage deployment and scheduling of cleaning and waste service providers, ensuring adequate coverage for both front-of-house and back-of-house areas
  • Implement real-time monitoring systems to track waste collection, disposal efficiency, and service performance
  • Ensure rapid-response cleaning and waste support for high-traffic or high-visibility zones
  • Support Games-time workforce training on cleaning standards, waste policies, and emergency response procedures
  • Stakeholder Relations :

  • Working with the Head of Cleaning and Waste to define service levels, KPIs, and expected timelines for cleaning and waste operations in collaboration with LA28 venue and stakeholder leads
  • Partner with city agencies, venue owners, and contracted service providers to ensure integrated delivery and compliance
  • Serve as the primary liaison for venue cleaning and waste partners during pre-Games testing, readiness, and Games-time operations
  • Sustainability & Environmental Impact :

  • Ensure cleaning and waste strategies align with LA28's sustainability and legacy goals
  • Champion waste reduction, recycling, composting, and circular economy initiatives in partnership with the Sustainability and Food & Beverage teams
  • Support initiatives to minimize single-use materials, integrate reuse models, and manage responsible end-of-life waste disposal at venues
  • Collaborate with environmental agencies and partners to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
  • Games-Time Leadership :

  • Lead the venue cleaning and waste command function during Games-time operations, including coordination with Venue Management and Logistics
  • Monitor and report on cleaning and waste performance metrics and issue escalation during Games-time
  • Ensure operational continuity and rapid issue resolution during all phases of Games delivery
  • Background & Requirements :

  • 7+ years of experience managing large-scale cleaning and / or waste management operations in sports, events, or venue environments
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing external vendors in a high-pressure environment
  • Experience with Olympic, Paralympic or major event operations ideal
  • Experience with venues LA / surrounding region venues preferred
  • Expectations :

  • Strong knowledge of sustainability practices, recycling, and waste diversion strategies
  • Experience negotiating and managing contracts
  • Excellent stakeholder management, project planning, organizational, and communication skills
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to delivering operational excellence and sustainable outcomes
  • Education :

  • Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience
  • Experience delivering cleaning and waste programs for Olympic and / or Paralympic Games or large-scale events preferred
  • Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

  • Ability to work on-site in Los Angeles, CA
  • Most work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment
  • The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment
  • The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $140,000.00. 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 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.

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