Lean Construction Coach & Change Leader

Turner Construction Company; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Anaheim, CA seeks a seasoned Lean Construction professional to lead and support business unit and project level efforts that maximize value through continuous improvement and team collaboration.

This role focuses on deploying lean tools such as the Last Planner System, 5S and visual management, coaching teams, and driving standard work and learning initiatives across the region.

Qualifications

• 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 Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred Last Planner System project experience.
• Preferred BIM knowledge and experience.
• Lifelong learning mindset; willing to challenge status quo; change agent who can influence others and lead without authority.
• Shows initiative and perseverance; coaching mindset and skills.
• Extensive travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Change agent implementing strategies that develop lean culture aligned 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.
• May perform other duties as necessary or assigned Supports project teams in using Lean Roadmap as a learning resource by developing and following a plan to achieve project goals.

Job description

Turner Construction Company in Anaheim, CA seeks a seasoned Lean Construction professional to lead and support business unit and project level efforts that maximize value through continuous improvement and team collaboration.

This role focuses on deploying lean tools such as the Last Planner System, 5S and visual management, coaching teams, and driving standard work and learning initiatives across the region.