Director of Lean Construction

PC Construction Company•Alexandria, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Lean Construction leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Lean construction practices across PC Construction’s regions and projects. This strategic leader partners with project teams, operational leaders, clients, trade partners, and other stakeholders to improve efficiency, reduce waste, strengthen collaboration, and enhance project outcomes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. PC Construction provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services to private and public clients across the country. The company manages projects along the East Coast from its Vermont headquarters and locations in Florida, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, and the Mid-Atlantic. PC Construction is a 100% employee-owned company and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of construction industry experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Demonstrated success implementing Lean construction methodologies and continuous improvement programs.
Strong understanding of construction operations, project delivery processes, and workflow optimization.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing change across multiple stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Lean Construction Institute Certifications (LCI-CPC) are preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement enterprise-wide Lean construction strategies, standards, and best practices.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, safety, and project delivery performance.
Facilitate Lean programs, including Kaizen events, value stream mapping, pull planning, and problem-solving workshops.
Partner with project teams to identify process inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and improve workflow effectiveness.
Support project planning and execution to help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and with exceptional quality.
Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to project teams and emerging Lean champions throughout the organization.
Conduct project site visits to assess opportunities, guide implementation efforts, and support operational excellence.
Collaborate with clients, trade partners, and internal stakeholders to promote Lean principles and drive successful outcomes.
Measure, monitor, and report on Lean performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
Stay current on industry trends, emerging Lean practices, and construction innovation opportunities.