Overlay Cluster Manager

Description

Summary: The Overlay Cluster Manager plans, coordinates, and delivers temporary infrastructure for assigned venues, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure functional and cost-effective solutions. Highlights: 1. Key role in planning and delivering temporary infrastructure for a major event 2. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize overlay solutions 3. Oversee overlay delivery from planning through operations and reinstatement ### **Description** FIFA has established a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with FIFA Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience. Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team.### **THE POSITION** The Overlay Cluster Manager plays a key role in the planning, coordination, and delivery of temporary infrastructure across a group of assigned venues. This position requires close collaboration with the Venue Design team, Functional Areas (FAs), stadium authorities, and various stakeholders to ensure that overlay solutions are functional, cost\-effective, and fully aligned with operational needs and technical standards. Role to transition into onsite Overlay Venue Manager during final Event. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES* Collaborate with the Venue Design team, Functional Areas, stadium authorities, and key stakeholders to define, optimize, and validate overlay solutions, ensuring technical requirements are accurately reflected in designs and BoQs. * Contribute to procurement and tendering processes by preparing technical inputs for RFPs, supporting technical evaluations, and managing overlay contractors and suppliers across assigned venues. * Manage change control and budget tracking for venues within the cluster, ensuring scope, cost, and schedule alignment. * Coordinate and oversee the flow of technical information, including drawings, requirements, and updates, across all venues in the cluster. * Maintain alignment with stadium authorities by monitoring construction schedules, planned renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. * Oversee overlay delivery from planning through construction, operations, and reinstatement, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely handover. * Track progress, milestones, and deliverables, providing regular status updates and supporting the resolution of risks, issues, and dependencies. * Support operational design development by consolidating raw data into compliant base drawings and ensuring consistent coding and naming conventions for effective tracking and change management. ### **YOUR PROFILE** * Degree in architecture, engineering, urban planning or a related field. * Minimum 7 years or more in infrastructural projects or Overlay/Technical Service roles in Major Events for a Sporting Organization * Strong technical knowledge in temporary infrastructure. * Excellent organizational, coordination, and communication skills. * Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills with the ability to assess and implement effective solutions. * Autodesk applications (AutoCAD, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.) * Proficient in MS Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio \& Project) * Right to work in Brazil * Fluency in English and Portuguese; additional language(s) is an asset. * Availability to travel as needed * Ability to re\-locate to Rio de Janeiro. ### **About FIFA Women's World Cup 2027** The FIFA Women’s World Cup™ is the greatest women’s sporting event on the planet, showcasing the best players in the world on the biggest stage. In 2027, history will be made as Brazil welcomes the tournament to South America for the first time ever. This landmark event will unite the world through an unprecedented celebration of women's football, inspiring billions of fans across the globe. As we prepare to host teams and supporters from every corner of the world, we’re looking for passionate, talented individuals to be part of history and help deliver an unforgettable tournament. Join us and play your role in making FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ a truly extraordinary experience that celebrates and elevates women’s football.