Traveling Lean Manager - Data Center Continuous Improvement

RiseMe; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner in the United States is seeking an experienced Lean Manager to lead and support lean initiatives at the division and project level within Critical Facilities-Data Centers. You will drive value, coach teams, and implement Last Planner System and Lean Roadmap practices on construction projects.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in construction, strong communication, and the ability to read contracts and schedules.

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 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Extensive travel is required.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner in the United States is seeking an experienced Lean Manager to lead and support lean initiatives at the division and project level within Critical Facilities-Data Centers. You will drive value, coach teams, and implement Last Planner System and Lean Roadmap practices on construction projects.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in construction, strong communication, and the ability to read contracts and schedules.