Manager, Architecture – FIFA World Cup 26™

Who We Are:

On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production and travel management across sports, entertainment, fashion and culture. On Location provides unrivaled access for corporate clients and fans looking for official, immersive experiences at marquee events, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games, FIFA World Cup 2026, Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, and more. An official partner and/or service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders, such as the IOC (the Milano Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games), FIFA, NFL, NCAA, UFC, WWE, and PGA of America, the company also owns and operates a number of its own unique experiences. On Location is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company.

THE ROLE

On Location has been appointed as the Official Hospitality Provider of the FIFA World Cup 26™! The Architecture Manager is responsible for supporting the development of architectural drawings for all FIFA World Cup 26™ hospitality spaces including but not limited to VVIP, VIP, affiliates, and general hospitality products. Working alongside project managers, production partners, and the leadership team, the Architecture Manager will be skilled in translating the team’s business objectives while adhering to FIFA guidelines when designing these spaces. Strong AutoCAD skills are essential; strong Revit, 3DS Max, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite skills will also be necessary. They are flexible, hardworking, and have an extreme attention to detail even when working on tight deadlines. This role will report to the VP, Architecture – FIFA World Cup 26TM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development of architectural drawings for all FIFA World Cup 26™ hospitality spaces including but not limited to VVIP, VIP, Affiliates, and general hospitality products
• Work closely with the infrastructure team to ensure architectural layouts meet local & stadium code requirements (access, egress, accessibility, fire safety, etc.) and are aligned with procurement plans
• Work closely with the Design team to ensure architectural layouts are in line with overall design concepts
• Work closely with the Venue Management team to ensure FF&E is aligned with stadium inventory and/or what will be available/supplied
• 3D model studies of architectural layouts
• Preparation of materials for presentations or site inspections
• Assist with administrative matters (reporting, status updates, etc.)
• And other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related field, or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years of experience in architecture
• Mastery of AutoCAD, Revit, 3DS Max, SketchUp, Photoshop / Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office suite
• Experience in large-scale event architectural design a plus
• Intrinsic knowledge of architectural design languages and spatial planning
• Ability to adapt architectural designs within physical and budgetary constraints
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically to resolve issues efficiently
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills
• Time-management skills meet project deliverables and timelines
• A willingness to work flexible hours

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Range Minimum:

$60,406 annually

Hiring Range Maximum:

$80,000 annually