Build Manager

Seasonal Build Manager The Great Pumpkin Trail

Location: Wyoming, MN

Seasonal Contract Position: August through November

(Potential for full time year round for right candidate)

The Great Pumpkin Trail is looking for a highly organized, hands-on leader to oversee the full seasonal build, setup, operations support, and teardown of one of Minnesotas largest immersive fall attractions.

This is not a desk job. This role is for someone who can lead crews, solve problems fast, stay organized under pressure, and physically help bring a large-scale seasonal event to life from the ground up.

The Build Manager will oversee the installation and removal of the attraction across a 4 to 6 week setup period, manage seasonal setup crews, coordinate logistics, maintain organization of inventory and dcor elements, and help ensure the attraction is fully operational and guest-ready on schedule.

Position Responsibilities:

• Hire, train, schedule, and oversee seasonal setup and teardown crews
• Lead day-to-day installation and removal of attraction elements
• Oversee setup of pumpkins, lighting, dcor, pathways, signage, photo ops, props, and scenic elements
• Coordinate wiring and placement of lighting and powered elements
• Operate or oversee operation of utility vehicles, lifts, trailers, and equipment
• Maintain organization of storage areas, inventory, props, and dcor throughout the season
• Work alongside teams in a fast-paced outdoor environment
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining high standards and timelines
• Troubleshoot setup issues and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Assist with operational maintenance and attraction support during the event season as needed
• Ensure safe working practices across all setup and teardown operations
  

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Previous leadership or project management experience preferred
• Comfortable leading crews in physically demanding outdoor work
• Ability to lift, move, and carry heavy items throughout the workday
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and uneven outdoor terrain
• Experience with tools, equipment, trailers, utility vehicles, or scenic/event builds is strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation to and from Wyoming, MN
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and flexible schedules during peak build periods
• Must work well under pressure and maintain a positive attitude with teams

Ideal Candidate:

This role is ideal for someone with experience in:

• Event production
• Construction or scenic builds
• Theme parks or attractions
• Haunted attractions
• Festival or live event setup
• Warehouse/logistics management
• Large-scale dcor installation
  

You should be someone who enjoys building things, leading teams, staying organized, and seeing a massive project come together from start to finish.

Schedule:

• Contract runs approximately August through November (potential full time year round if right candidate).
• Setup period: 4 to 6 weeks
• Includes teardown following the event season
• Hours will vary and increase during peak setup and teardown periods

Pay: Competitive pay based on experience.