Lean Manager (Philadelphia)

Turner Construction Company•Philadelphia, PA

4d•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 implements strategies to develop and strengthen a lean enterprise culture aligned with regional and company goals. It works with project teams to apply Lean practices, support project launches, establish measurable improvement goals, and develop local and regional improvement initiatives. The position requires extensive travel and regular work at construction sites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of five 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 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 meet the physical demands of the role, including occasional climbing, use of construction personnel hoists, navigating construction areas, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

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

Implement strategies that develop and strengthen a lean enterprise culture aligned with regional and company goals and priorities.
Work daily with assigned teams 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 to plan for and achieve project and company goals.
Maintain a consistent presence on assigned projects and work with teams to 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 in lean principles, methods, and tools.
Share and learn from improvement efforts with the Regional Lean Manager and others.
Implement standard work for the role, including Last Planner System coaching and lean training, in partnership with the Regional Lean Manager.
Implement improvement and innovation projects as directed by business-unit or regional leadership.
Facilitate the establishment of a lean management system and culture.
Develop and conduct regional lean training and support national training programs on topics such as 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.