Bechtel-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Reston, VA
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

The Continuous Improvement Supervisor (CIS) will report to the M&T Manager of Quality (MoQ) and will be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives in the Manufacturing & Technology Global Business Unit (M&T GBU). The CIS will support the MoQ to develop and deliver an M&T customized continuous improvement program, including a risk-based strategy that meets GBU goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, PBQ, LL, Causal Analysis, Six Sigma, and tracking progress of improvement initiatives. The CIS will apply leadership skills, knowledge, experience, and tools (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, kaizen, behavioral and facilitation techniques) to close gaps and invest in opportunities, resulting in institutionalized changes that measurably improve efficiency, productivity, and quality across the GBU. The CIS will be responsible for using data to measure and report project performance, and ensure improvements are institutionalized. The CIS will lead teams through the CI process to solve problems and make fact-based decisions to deliver right the first-time quality. Facilitate resolution of issues, improvements, and opportunities across all functions and project teams. The CIS will lead continuous improvement efforts, be a key technical resource partnering with project and functions teams in the GBU, resulting in improved project and functional groups performance across the GBU. This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership. #LI-MJ1

  • Support the MoQ in developing and implementing an M&T continuous improvement program and risk-based strategy to meet GBU goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, PBQ, LL, Causal Analysis, Six Sigma, and tracking progress of improvement initiatives
  • Scope, plan, select the appropriate CI tools
  • Analyze data from processes and metrics across projects and functions
  • Conduct data analysis and develop performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives and identify areas for further improvement
  • Monitor and use outputs from metrics to drive CI activities
  • Develop Quality incident OOM criteria for selecting appropriate causal analysis tool (RCAs - 5 Whys), and facilitate causal analysis activities
  • Utilize causal analysis tools to facilitate and lead apparent cause evaluations and root cause analysis
  • Develop and facilitate approved workshops and training sessions to educate employees on continuous improvement methodologies and tools
  • Provides input into the development of standardized key performance indicators for the project
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the organization.
  • Recognized Six Sigma Black Belt (certified)
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the area of engineering, business, behavioral science, construction or science related field plus 9 years of related experience OR in lieu of a degree a minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience
  • Must be a U.S Citizen
  • Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education
  • Experience with continuously improving Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Startup, Operations work processes and business areas; or advanced experience optimizing complex industrial processes, systems or organizations
  • Experience supervising direct reports
  • Experience achieving measurable continuous improvement results through influence management, soft skills in a leadership position with ability to achieve change and results by shaping the attitudes and viewpoints of individuals and teams
  • Trained in Kaizen and / or Lean methodologies
  • Trained in facilitation techniques
  • Trained in Causal Analysis techniques
  • Experience applying a structured approach to process analysis and problem solving
  • Experience establishing, monitoring, and analyzing data and reporting results to MoQ and other management.
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in the use of a PC computer, Microsoft software, database administration, Visio (or equivalent) and minitab
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