Project Coordinator, Safety & Security
Foxborough, MA
Full Time
Mid Level
Project Coordinator, Safety & Security
ABOUT FIFA WORLD CUP™ BOSTON 2026
FIFA World Cup™ Boston 26 (Boston 26) is the host city organizing committee leading the strategic planning and execution of the seven matches of the FIFA World Cup 26™ awarded to Boston, including the official celebratory events taking place over a 39-day period surrounding the tournament. We aim to create and deliver memorable and safe experiences that promote the region. As a non-profit organization, we are committed to creating sustainable and positive economic and social impact for all communities.
For more information, visit us at www.BostonFWC26.com and on Instagram @FWC26Boston.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Project Coordinator, Safety & Security will support the Chief Security Officer and Senior Director, Security Integration, to plan and successfully deliver the safety and security program for FIFA World Cup Boston 26 Host City Committee. The Project Coordinator, reporting to the Senior Director, Security Integration will be responsible for working directly with Safety and Security Department leads to coordinating and supporting all program management activities, including ownership for all program governance, reporting, milestone and deliverables tracking, risk and issue management, supplier management, change management, integrated planning and policy and procedure development. The scope of this role will also include assisting with budget coordination, procurement and contract management. It should be noted that this will be an evolving position, and responsibilities may change over time given the FWC Boston Host City Committee is a rapidly evolving organization working against inflexible deadlines in a complex environment.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic and detail-oriented team player with qualifications in project management and data analysis and experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven organization.
| Location: | Onsite in Foxborough, MA with frequent local travel and occasional regional travel. |
| Type/Term: | Full-Time, exempt, 40hrs/wk. through late Summer 2026, when position would end. |
| Reports to: | Senior Director, Security Integration |
| Salary Range: | $65,000-$85,000; depending on experience and qualifications |
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Management
- Provide day-to-day coordination of all program governance activities across all Boston 26 Safety & Security functional areas (Strategy & C4, Medical Services and Security Integration) including progress reviews, risk management, maintaining the Requestion for Information and Issues Register, providing secretariat support to safety and security working groups.
- Maintain and update the B26 SEC ‘Road Map’ and project management plan in ‘ClickUp’ and track and report on progress against cross-domain milestones, deliverables and activities.
- Participate in overall Boston 26 Safety and Security Risk Management Strategy, assist in the consideration of risks, weaknesses, threats and opportunities and how these may vary should business, political, stakeholder and operating environments change.
- Assist in the planning and procurement of security supplies including managing contractor and supplier relationships, defining supplier KPIs and capturing operational support requirements to support tournament time operational delivery at the FIFA Fan Festival (Boston).
- Track and manage project deliverables, vendor performance, risk logs, and timelines.
- Support internal Cross-Functional Area integration and communication.
- Assist with documentation and compliance with security permits, access protocols, credentialing, and emergency preparedness.
- Support the development and coordination of the Safety and Security operational readiness activities and security planning workshops.
- Support venue / site safety and safety reviews and operational planning.
- Coordinate Boston 2026 Safety and Security Department staff operational support requirements including onboarding, training, credentialing, and accommodation during tournament operations
- Maintain and update master project planning tools and workstreams.
- Create agendas, track actions, and document outcomes of key meetings and working groups.
- Support creation of briefing documents, stakeholder updates, and compliance documentation.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project management, combined with a bachelor’s degree with a major in business and/or project management; industry project management certification is highly desirable.
- Detail-oriented and solutions-focused, excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to work across departments, vendors, and government partners.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting critical deadlines.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with software applications for project management – Boston 26 utilizes ‘Click-Up’
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
- Adaptable and collaborative team player.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
Please Note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the requirement for a work visa or sponsorship, and must be within reasonable commuting distance of Foxborough, MA.
WORK EXPECTATIONS:
- Full-time, onsite, 40hr per week role that may require occasional evening and weekend work. Local and regional travel is expected occasionally. Work hours will fluctuate and include activity outside normal business hours during tournament time (June-July 2026).
- This role is estimated to conclude in early Fall of 2026.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The compensation range is competitive and commensurate with lived and professional experience, and includes access to:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 3 weeks paid vacation, plus 12 paid company holidays annually.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% dollar for dollar company match, plus 50% of elective deferrals that exceed 3%, but do not exceed 5%. Elective deferrals & matches may begin upon hire.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth in the international sports industry.
The FIFA World Cup™ Boston 26 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of our personnel processes are based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications, professional competence, performance & business needs. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws. It is the shared responsibility of every employee to adhere to these principles.
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