Global Equipment Project Lead

1025 LEGO Manufacturing Virginia Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Care Leave

Life and disability insurance

Headspace app

Colleague Discount

Bonus scheme

Job summary

The LEGO Group in the United States seeks an experienced R&D Project/Platform Manager to drive global projects, align resources, and manage budgets according to the LEGO Project Model. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, interface with suppliers and stakeholders, and travel up to 40 days per year, bringing passion for technology and strong technical drawing literacy (AutoCAD, 3D models).

The role requires 5+ years in a global environment and 2+ years on platform management, with MS

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a global environment with cross-cultural communication.
• 2+ years of project or platform management experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 40 days per year.
• MS Office 365 at advanced user level.
• Ability to read/understand technical drawings (AutoCAD, 3D models).
• SAP experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drives projects according to LEGO Project Model (LPM) and plans.
• Ensures resource alignment, load and allocation for project participants.
• Manages project budget, approves spending and handles changes.
• Works toward deliverables and KPI fulfillment.
• Interacts with suppliers, stakeholders and steering committees.
• Defines teams and escalates conflicts to line leaders when needed.
• Manages risks and opportunities for desirable business outcomes.
• Identifies processes for optimization to increase efficiency.
• Understands machinery operation, setup and troubleshooting; passion for tech.

Skills

Project management

Platform management

Communication

Team coordination

Technical curiosity

Tools

AutoCAD

3D models

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

The LEGO Group in the United States seeks an experienced R&D Project/Platform Manager to drive global projects, align resources, and manage budgets according to the LEGO Project Model. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, interface with suppliers and stakeholders, and travel up to 40 days per year, bringing passion for technology and strong technical drawing literacy (AutoCAD, 3D models).

The role requires 5+ years in a global environment and 2+ years on platform management, with MS