Technical Director

Technical DirectorAs a Technical Director for our Land Production team, your role is dynamic and requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a passion for creating immersive and unforgettable experiences for our clients. Reporting to the Director, Technical Implementation, this role is classified as mobile and will have primary responsibility for Legoland Florida (LLFR), focused on serving as the lead technical overseeing live entertainment and holiday/seasonal technical installations at LLFR.Responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and execution of technical projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including creative designers, engineers, fabricators, theme park operations, and vendors to ensure all projects and installations are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary entertainment technical lead overseeing all entertainment and holiday/seasonal installations at LEGOLAND Florida Resort (LLFR).Partner with the project team throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept design through installation, strike, and debrief.Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, resource requirements, and site logistics for LLFR installations and other assigned projects.Must have good audio, visual and lighting knowledge for entertainment productions shows, and theme park setups.Oversee both on-site implementation at LLFR and off-site pre-fabrication/preparation of assigned projects.Manage project budgets, review fund allocation for external resources, and coordinate budget modifications as needed.Provide initial cost ranges for preliminary design components.Collaborate with the Technical Leadership Team in developing and maintaining project P&Ls.Serve as the primary technical point of contact for internal teams, client leadership, and venue stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and clear alignment with creative vision and technical requirements.Work closely with cross-functional teams—including talent and recruitment, designers, technical directors, theme park ops, and subcontractors—to ensure seamless project integration.Identify potential technical and operational risks in project delivery and implement proactive mitigation strategies.Locate key suppliers, negotiate purchasing agreements, and ensure materials and products meet company and venue specifications.Maintain accurate documentation of project activities, structural/technical drawings, and change orders.Conduct post-project evaluations and debriefs to identify areas for improvement.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise the work of Technicians, Vendors and park technical staff as needed, including planning, assigning, and scheduling work, reviewing work and ensuring quality standards, training staff and overseeing their productivity.Define roles and responsibilities of the team and determine clear deliverablesResponsible for the training and supervision of all staff to ensure proper adherence to all venue and company HSE policies and procedures and to all Occupational Health and Safety Act regulationsResponsible for the management of seasonal employees onsite for the duration of the project/event and managing payroll.Ensure artistic creative intent, character integrity, and intellectual property parameters are consistently upheld.Qualifications & Skills:Bachelor's Degree preferred in Project Management, AV, Construction, or similar experience in themed entertainment or live experience industryProven experience as a Technical Director in themed entertainment or related industryProven experience in all areas of AV - installation and operationProven experience with using AV control equipment and playback systemsProven experience in sourcing and procurement for projectsHistory of strong project management skills and leading teams onsiteStrong budget management of small- and large-scale technical projectsStrong client relationship skillsStrong verbally and written skills, particularly related to entertainment technical communicationsStrong CAD / Vectorworks SkillsProgramming and system design experience desiredGeneral Theatre / Theme Park background desiredKnowledge of Christmas Decor installations desiredUnderstanding of basic carpentry and installation desirableOSHA certified desirableCore CompetenciesDemonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneouslyProven track record in all project delivery phases from concept to implementationAccountable for driving execution and delivery of high-profile technical projects from start to finishExcellent verbal communication skills and customer service - communicates through various mediums such as email, text, phone call, and in-person conversations.Detail OrientedProblem solver who is comfortable in a collaborative and fast-paced work environmentSolutions-based troubleshooting whilst on site and in officeFriendly and proactive personalityAbility to interface with clients, coworkers, and laborers/talent to maintain a positive work environmentOrganizational skills – in office and on-siteAwareness of dangers and hazards associated with job functions and willingness to mitigate those risksParticipates in developing technical and business approaches and new or enhanced technical processesFlexibility to travel and work on-site as requiredAble to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs and travel as neededAbility to manage budgets, resources, and timeline effectivelyWork Environment: While on-site at Legoland Florida (LLFR), frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as inclement weather, working in back of house areas with very tight quarters, exposure to various environments including storage spaces, construction zones and guest facing areas. Because of the time constraints of most of the department's projects, the Technical Director will often be on-site and working in hot/humid, varying temperatures indicative of the Florida climate, rain, and drizzle conditions. Other project work may involve exposure to cold, snow, wind and other cold-climate conditions. In-Office time will be required as per company policy when not in conflict with project demands.Physical Effort: Minimal – Physical effort represented by frequent handling of heavy objects (approx. 50- 75 lbs.) and materials, or heavy hand tools. While on-site the Technical Director frequently operates heavy equipment and heavy hand tools. Standing for long periods of time, but often kneeling, bending, working at height well over 50 feet. While in-office, physical effort is light. Hazards: Frequent potential hazards while onsite make a focus on safety a top priority. There will be regular exposure to: working at heights over 50 feet, working in and around heavy equipment, exposure to chemicals and regular use of cutting tools such as saws and grinders.Licensure or CertificationsA Valid driver's license and Passport are requiredLicenses to operate mobile boom lifts, telehandlers and other machinery is preferred.Character Attributes:Leadership: Enables project team members to achieve collective results through planning, collaboration, and confident decision making.Strong Communicator: Able to provide clear direction to team members, crew, talent, vendors, and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and alignment across all project activities.Highly Organized: Exceptional at planning and managing complex schedules and resources.Detail-Oriented: Attentive to all parts of the project process.Team-Oriented: Works collaboratively with diverse teams, fostering a positive working environment that encourages cooperation and communication.Proactive Problem Solver: Anticipate potential challenges and develop thoughtful contingency plans to quickly address project challenges to client satisfaction.Decisive: Confident in making quick, informed decisions.Adaptable: Flexible to last-minute changes, unforeseen challenges, or evolving project needs.Professional Attitude: Effectively navigate high-stress situations. Representing yourself, the project and RWS in the most positive way.Resourceful: Finds creative solutions to optimize resources, manage costs, and maintain quality, within budget parameters.Budget-Conscious: Ability to create and track budgets, expenses, P&L, negotiate with vendors and find cost JRA, Part of RWS Global