Lean Manager- Nashville

Turner Construction Company•Nashville, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lean Manager leads and supports Business Unit- or project-level efforts to enhance customer value, nurture a learning environment, facilitate continuous improvement, and maximize project team collaboration. The role is a change agent who implements strategies to develop and strengthen a lean enterprise culture in alignment with regional and company goals. The Lean Manager works with project teams in applying Lean practices, supports project launches and planning, and contributes to management and improvement initiatives. The position requires extensive travel and work on-site at construction worksites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and 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 leadership and interpersonal skills.
Curiosity and interest in lifelong learning and personal development.
Willingness to challenge the status quo.
Ability to influence others and lead without authority.
Initiative, patience, and perseverance.
Coaching mindset and skills.
Ability to travel extensively.

Nice To Haves

Last Planner® System project experience, or completion of the Advancing Lean training program.
General lean knowledge and experience.
Experience working with BIM and BIM staff.

Responsibilities

Work with assigned teams daily on the mechanics of the Last Planner® System.
Serve as a key member of Business Unit or Project Management teams, providing insight, direction, and strategic alignment.
Use the Launch Matrix with project teams to support successful project launches.
Support project teams in using the Lean Roadmap as a planning and learning resource to achieve project and company goals.
Maintain a consistent presence on assigned projects and help teams establish Visual Management, the Last Planner® System, 5S, and related practices.
Support local project and Business Unit improvement and innovation initiatives through workshops, training, and coaching.
Work with the Regional Lean Manager and others to share and learn from improvement efforts.
Work with the Regional Lean Manager to implement standard work for Lean Manager activities, including Last Planner System coaching and Lean training.
Implement improvement and innovation projects based on direction from Business Unit or regional leadership.
Facilitate establishment of a lean management system and culture.
Develop and conduct standard lean training throughout the region and support national training programs on topics including the Last Planner® System, lean problem solving and process improvement, and lean leadership and culture.
Conduct regular project reviews with the Project Team, Operations Manager, and Regional Lean Manager to review status, challenges, and opportunities and establish measurable improvement goals.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.