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With the Chicago Bears pursuing a stadium in Hammond -- one of our major cities -- NFL coverage opportunities may soon become part of our daily sports offerings as well. The Times of Northwest ...

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Munster, IN

With the Chicago Bears pursuing a stadium in Hammond -- one of our major cities -- NFL coverage opportunities may soon become part of our daily sports offerings as well. The Times of Northwest ...

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How much do sports stadium jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports stadium in the United States is $48,640.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sports Stadium job?

A Sports Stadium job involves working in various roles that support the operations, maintenance, and customer experience within a sports venue. Positions can range from event staff, security, concessions, and maintenance to administrative and managerial roles. Responsibilities depend on the job but may include crowd management, facility upkeep, food service, or event coordination. These roles are essential for ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for fans and teams.

What is the difference between Sports Stadium vs Sports Facility Manager?

AspectSports StadiumSports Facility Manager
CredentialsEvent management, security, maintenance certificationsFacility management, safety, operations certifications
Work EnvironmentLarge venues, event days, crowdsMultiple sports venues, daily operations
Employer & IndustrySports teams, event organizers, stadium authoritiesSports organizations, facility management companies

While a Sports Stadium is a physical venue hosting sports events, a Sports Facility Manager oversees the operations, maintenance, and safety of sports venues, including stadiums. The stadium is the location, whereas the manager handles the day-to-day management and logistics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sports Stadium Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Stadium Manager, you need strong leadership, facility management experience, and a bachelor’s degree in business, sports management, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, security systems, and maintenance scheduling tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help manage large teams and coordinate complex events. These skills ensure smooth operations, safety, and memorable experiences for guests and athletes alike.

What are sports stadiums?

Sports stadiums are large, specially designed venues where sporting events, concerts, and other large gatherings take place. They typically feature tiered seating surrounding a central field or arena to give spectators a clear view of the action. Modern sports stadiums often include amenities like concession stands, restrooms, VIP boxes, and advanced audio-visual systems to enhance the fan experience. They are important community landmarks and can host events ranging from local games to international championships.

What are some of the typical responsibilities for staff working at a sports stadium during an event?

Staff at a sports stadium can expect a variety of responsibilities during events, including assisting guests with directions, checking tickets, maintaining safety protocols, and supporting crowd management. Depending on the specific position, duties may also involve coordinating with security teams, facilitating concessions and merchandise sales, or helping with setup and breakdown of equipment. Teamwork and effective communication are essential, as staff frequently collaborate with other departments to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for attendees.
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Infographic showing various Sports Stadium job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,640 per year, or $23.4 per hour.
MEP Project Manager - Commercial, Mixed-Use, & Sports Facilities

MEP Project Manager - Commercial, Mixed-Use, & Sports Facilities

WSP

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$103K - $153K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

WSP rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 68 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 58 rated business consultants

Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an MEP Project Manager - Commercial, Mixed-Use & Sports Facilities for our San Antonio, TX team to support our Texas/Louisiana Property & Buildings Team. This leader will be involved in projects with our Building Systems group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
This person can also sit in the following locations:
Houston, TX
Austin, TX
Dallas TX
Your Impact
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams from inception through completion for large-scale commercial, mixed-use developments, and sports stadium projects.
  • Develop and implement project work plans, budgets, and schedules; obtain management/client approval.
  • Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding project status, quality, and deliverables.
  • Manage relationships with stakeholders including architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
  • Oversee design coordination for building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology) and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
  • Address change management promptly and professionally.
  • Monitor project performance against scope, schedule, and budget; prepare cost and schedule reports.
  • Support business development efforts including proposals and presentations for major sports and mixed-use projects.
  • Manages local client coordination and cross-selling efforts in coordination with Regional Business Lines, National Business Lines, and Pursuit Management.
  • Represent the firm in the facility-specific mixed use and sports entertainment markets through regular involvement in client and industry events and associations to promote intelligence gathering and pipeline development.
  • Works with the Regional Development Director and Local Business Line Leaders to attract the best industry talent by fostering a collaborative work environment, values inclusion and diversity, and invites broad, creative thinking - crafting a more attractive place to work, grow, and thrive.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in project management for commercial, mixed-use, or sports facility projects.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects.
  • Strong knowledge of building systems design and construction processes.
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (PE), Architect license, or PMP certification.
  • Experience with large-scale sports venues or stadium projects.
  • Familiarity with sustainability standards and advanced design technologies and project delivery models.

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $103,500 - $153,670
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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