About the position

Leads and supports at the Business Unit or Project Level efforts which are focused on enhancing customer value, nurturing a learning environment, facilitating continuous improvement processes, and maximizing project team collaboration. Reports to: General Manager, Operations Manager, or Regional Lean Manager. If assigned to a specific project, reports to the Project Executive or Project Manager. Has a dotted line reporting relationship to Regional Lean Manager.

Responsibilities

• In the areas assigned: Change agent implementing strategies that develop and strengthen a lean enterprise culture in alignment with region and company goals and priorities
• Works daily with the team(s) in the utilization of the mechanics of Last Planner® System
• Is a key member of the Business Unit or Project Management team(s) providing insight, direction and strategic alignment to the business
• Utilizing the Launch Matrix, works with project teams to support a successful project launch
• Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a planning tool to achieve project and company goals
• Provides a consistent presence on assigned projects working with each team in setting up Visual Management, the Last Planner® System, 5S, etc.
• Supports development and implementation of local project and BU improvement and innovation initiatives through workshops, training, coaching, etc. to teach and practice lean principles, methods and tools
• Works with Regional Lean Manager and others to share and learn from improvement efforts
• Works with Regional Lean Manager to implement standard work for own activities (LPS coaching, Lean Training, etc.)
• Implements improvement and innovation projects based on direction set by business unit/regional leadership
• Facilitates the establishment of a lean management system and culture
• Develops and conducts standard lean training throughout region as well as supporting national training programs on topics such as: Last Planner® System, lean problem solving & process improvement, lean leadership and culture
• Conducts regular project reviews with the Project Team, Operations Manager, and Regional Lean Manager to review project status, challenges, and opportunities and to establish measurable goals for improvement
• Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a learning resource by developing and following a plan to achieve project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of five years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Curiosity and interest in life-long learning and personal development.
• Willing to challenge status quo.
• Change agent who is able to influence others and “lead without authority”.
• Shows initiative (i.e., self-starter), patience, and perseverance.
• Has coaching mindset and skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Preferred Last Planner ® System project experience (alternatively, completed Advancing Lean training program).
• Preferred general lean knowledge and experience.
• Preferred experience working with BIM and BIM staff.