Platform Project Manager

Job DescriptionReady to take the reins in a dynamic environment where innovation meets execution? The ME Platform team is on the lookout for a Platform Project Manager who will be instrumental in redefining innovative mould platform technologies from concept to reality. This role is not just about managing projects; it’s about leading a movement towards scalable, cost-effective solutions that will shape the future of LEGO Group!Core ResponsibilitiesLead the delivery of platform technologies from early concept through qualification and production adoption, ensuring TRL/MRL landmarks are achieved. Structure projects around healthy engineering and project practices, balancing technical excellence with strategic execution. Coach and mentor engineers to ensure engineering perspectives are integrated into project development. Work with stakeholders to secure and align project resources, plans, and budgets that enable successful delivery. Build and maintain strong alignment with stakeholders across the value chain, ensuring the platform delivers measurable business value. Ensure structured risk management is applied by engaging the right experts and supporting robust, reliable solutions. Develop, standardize, and optimize project execution processes, tools, and ways of working to strengthen platform maturity. Provide transparent and engaging reporting on progress, risks, and findings to collaborators and leadership. Contribute to continuous improvement and capability building within the team and across the organization, focusing on VOC, iterative learning goals, progress tracking, and reporting. Play your part in our team succeedingThe ME Platform team is responsible for developing innovative, scalable, and cost-effective high-volume mould platforms to support the future growth of the LEGO Group.Play a key role in bringing mould platform technologies from idea to implemented solution, and ensure that our platforms don’t just exist, but deliver real business value across the organisation.Do You Have What It TakesA background in project or product management, mechanical engineering, moulding, tooling, or manufacturing is highly valued, along with comfort in navigating complex deployments, organizational dynamics, and partner collaboration.A passion for building structure, seeing projects through to completion, and being at the center of delivering tangible results is crucial. Curiosity and a willingness to lead—regardless of formal authority—are key traits, along with a strong motivation for achieving meaningful outcomes.The ideal candidate will bringExperience leading projects with across different teams in engineering, manufacturing, or technology environments. Experience with structured development, quality and maturity models such as TRL/MRL, DFMEA, PFMEA, and APQP (experience in applying them is highly valued) Strong technical understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes, with the ability to facilitate rather than implement solutions. Ability to plan, prioritize, and align resources and budgets effectively. Structured problem-solving approach with proven experience in driving risk management together with experts. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to collaborate across functions and levels. A team-oriented approach with the ability to empower others, build alignment, and deliver results in a complex environment. The position is based in Billund, DK and relocation support is not offered for this role. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.What’s in it for you?Here is what you can expectFamily Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.Wellbeing - We want our people to feel well and thrive. We offer resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build, so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.Workplace - When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.Join the LEGO® team today.