Lean Coordinator - Cleveland

Turner Construction•Cleveland, OH

3d•$73,000 - $86,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lean Coordinator supports adoption of Lean and the Last Planner System (LPS), supplementing the Regional Lean Manager’s efforts to strengthen a lean culture within the region, business unit, or assigned projects. The role works closely with project teams to use the Lean Roadmap, apply LPS mechanics, and implement project improvements and innovations through workshops and coaching. The coordinator helps establish Visual Management and 5S practices, develops project-specific implementation strategies, and conducts regular reviews with project leadership to assess status, challenges, opportunities, and measurable improvement goals. Travel is required. The role works on-site at construction worksites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Proven written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency with computer applications, including the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
Demonstrated commitment to leadership and learning, with strong interpersonal skills.
Travel is required.

Responsibilities

Support project teams in using the Lean Roadmap as a learning resource by developing and following a plan to achieve project goals.
Work daily with teams on the mechanics of the Last Planner System (LPS).
Support development and implementation of assigned project improvements and innovations through workshops and coaching.
Work with the Regional Lean Manager or Lean Manager to share and learn from improvement efforts.
Maintain a consistent presence on assigned projects and work with teams to establish Visual Management, 5S, and related practices.
Develop project-specific implementation strategies for Lean and the LPS in conjunction with the Regional Lean Manager.
Conduct regular project reviews with the project team, Operations Manager, and Regional Lean Manager to review project status, challenges, and opportunities and establish measurable improvement goals.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Benefits

Flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Financial benefits, including a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account.
Wellness benefits.
Voluntary legal plan and identity theft coverage.
Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Paid vacation, wellness/sick time, and holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral bonuses.
End-of-year appreciation pay.