Lean Construction Lead - Hyperscale Data Center

Jacobs; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 112,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Lean Specialist to support a hyperscale data center project in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This on-site role focuses on Lean and Continuous Improvement across design, procurement, construction and CQV phases, collaborating with project teams to implement Lean strategies and training internal staff and trade partners.

You will lead LPS activities, manage related software, and promote visual management, 5S and other lean processes to drive efficiency and safety on the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or construction management is desired.
• 5+ years of experience in design/construction with emphasis in manufacturing, life science environments, or EPCM projects.
• Proficiency in Last Planner System is required; knowledge of 5S and other continuous improvement methodologies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean and Continuous Improvement activities for Life Science projects in the U.S. and coordinate with Project Management teams across design, procurement, construction and CQV phases.
• Assist the team in implementing strategies, procedures, and protocols for lean processes; train internal staff, vendors and trade partners.
• Facilitate Last Planner System (LPS) implementation, manage LPS software, and oversee visual management and 5S across construction activities.

Skills

Last Planner System

5S

Continuous improvement

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

vPlanner

Touchplan

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Lean Specialist to support a hyperscale data center project in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This on-site role focuses on Lean and Continuous Improvement across design, procurement, construction and CQV phases, collaborating with project teams to implement Lean strategies and training internal staff and trade partners.

You will lead LPS activities, manage related software, and promote visual management, 5S and other lean processes to drive efficiency and safety on the site.