Lean Manager II

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

35d • Remote

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Lean Manager II to partner with Project Leaders in developing plans, engaging team members in executing and sustaining the lean approach, and coaching field and project leaders to confidently apply 5S, Flow Construction, and kaizen-based continuous improvement methods to enhance safety, ease work, and improve project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Equivalent combination of education and technical/field experience demonstrated over multiple years of related work experience
• Minimum of six years' construction or manufacturing experience
• Minimum of four years' experience in continuous improvement in manufacturing or construction
• Current driver's license
• Expert understanding of continuous improvement principles
• Excellent reliability and follow-through
• Effective trainer and facilitator
• Strong ability to coach and mentor lean professionals
• Ability to influence through relationship building
• Proactive self-starter with a growth mindset
• Strong sense of curiosity and optimism
• Effective communication and active listening skills
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action plans
• Ability to travel up to 75%

Responsibilities

• Create strong partnerships with project leadership and craft workforce for lean approaches
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead by example, coaching team members in continuous improvement
• Promote continuous improvement principles onsite
• Identify opportunities, plan, and execute continuous improvement for projects
• Support leaders in preparing, conducting, and following up on improvement events
• Measure performance and ensure visibility into improvements
• Champion 5S practices with project team, field leaders, and trade partners
• Advocate for Flow Construction and support project teams in developing flow schedules

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergeâ with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees