NBCUniversal
Universal Theme Parks - Globally
Ongoing
Project Controls and Project Management
Background
As one of the oldest theme parks in the world, Universal Studios Theme Parks is primarily themed to the entertainment industry. In 2019, Universal Orlando was visited by over 10 million guests, making it one of the most visited theme parks in the world.
KMI and many of its employees have a vast record of themed entertainment experience, spanning decades. Our founders, John Manning and Mike Kraus met at Universal in 1995 as part of the leadership team for the infrastructure project that was the expansion of Universal Orlando.
KMI has since continued our relationship with Universal through providing project and construction management, extension of staff, cost estimating, change order management, scheduling, and dispute resolution services over the past 21+ years. The firm holds multiple Master Services Agreements with Universal and has worked with them on projects from Orlando to Beijing.
20 yrs
KMI supported the delivery of an iconic ride at Universal Orlando in record time, within just 10.5 months.
Challenge
Often, challenges can be centered around local regulations and specifications from outside sources, local resourcing requirements, and the complexity of the number of influencers and teaming partners required to successfully deliver a large project. Alignment of internal stakeholders and external agencies, such as the government, are crucial in project estimating, scheduling, and ultimately, delivery.
Tourism has seen a drastic shift due to COVID-19. Given the significant drop in travel, budgets are heavily impacted and require attractions across the globe to circle back on costs and expenditures.
Solution
Charlie Gundacker
Senior VP of Attraction Development at Universal Orlando
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