Builder / Project Manager

Builder / Project Manager

The Dead End Hayride is seeking a highly skilled, creative, and driven Builder / Project Manager to help lead the future of one of the nation's largest haunted attractions. This is a full-time, year-round position for someone who thrives in large-scale themed construction, immersive environments, and problem solving under pressure.

This role is responsible for overseeing and participating in the design, planning, construction, installation, maintenance, and ongoing development of large-scale haunted attraction sets, structures, scenic environments, and immersive guest experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage large-scale build projects from concept through completion
• Construct scenic environments, haunted attractions, themed structures, facades, props, and immersive experiences
• Read and interpret plans, layouts, measurements, and construction concepts
• Coordinate materials, timelines, labor needs, and project priorities
• Work alongside ownership and creative teams to bring concepts to life
• Operate tools, equipment, lifts, utility vehicles, and construction machinery safely
• Ensure projects are completed efficiently and to a high-quality standard
• Maintain organized workspaces, shop areas, tools, and inventory
• Troubleshoot structural, operational, and build-related issues
• Assist with seasonal maintenance, repairs, tear down, and future expansion projects
• Work independently when needed while also collaborating within a team environment
• Communicate professionally with vendors, contractors, inspectors, and leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in construction, carpentry, fabrication, scenic design, themed entertainment, or project management
• Strong understanding of building methods, materials, and structural problem solving
• Experience working with permits, inspections, and code compliance is highly preferred
• Ability to think creatively and develop out-of-the-box solutions
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, physically demanding environments
• Leadership experience managing projects and crews
• Ability to adapt quickly and pivot when challenges arise
• Experience with haunted attractions, entertainment production, events, or immersive experiences is a major plus

Requirements:

• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in varying weather conditions
• Comfortable working at heights, on lifts, ladders, and uneven terrain
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Full-time availability year-round

Pay is negotiable and dependent on experience.

This is an opportunity to be part of a fast-growing entertainment operation that values creativity, innovation, and people who know how to build things that leave a lasting impression.