Construction Graduate Spotlight - Chelsea Betz

Student Message

"This program is only the tip of the iceberg of what exists outside of it.  

Try hard, ask questions, and always write things down.  This applies to the program and in the real world.  

I've utilized a lot of what I've absorbed from working in the industry and have applied it in completing the program and vice-versa, so pay attention and try to gain experience everywhere you can." 

~   Chelsea Betz, Class of 2022

Current Role & Career Progression 

Construction Manager,
Universal Creative

Career progression:

• 2019 to 2021
  Project Coordinator, Universal Creative
• 2021 to 2022
  Associate Project Engineer, Universal Creative
• 2022 post-graduation
  Promoted to Project Engineer, Universal Creative
• 2023 to Current (recently promoted) Construction Manager, Universal Creative

Career Aspirations

"My aspirations are to continue to promote within Universal Creative. The theme park industry is as thrilling as the rides. To continue to grow within this industry, and within this company, is my goal. There is still so much to learn, and a lot of exciting things coming to the future of theme parks."

Signature Project 

Description of project:

"I am working on Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort's new Theme Park.   My scope on this project is 8 Acres. I’m managing the construction of multiple attractions, experiences, restaurants, and retail.  This project is incredibly complex. The technology being integrated to provide another level of guest experience is outstanding and the intimacy at which the attractions intertwine with the facility has been challenging."

Proud project moments:

"To build a Theme Park, you're challenged to take creative intent and turn it into something buildable while maintaining an immersive environment to not detract guests from their experience. “Constructability” has been the challenge throughout the project and solving problems of “how” has been incredibly rewarding. This role requires a high level of ingenuity and the experience of developing out-of-the-box solutions has been exciting and fulfilling."