JE Dunn Construction

Lean Manager, Advanced Facilities Group

JE Dunn Construction$90K — $120K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
  • 8+ years of Lean management or consulting experience required.
  • 5+ years of experience in construction operations or AEC industry required.
  • 5+ years of experience implementing process improvement methodologies or Lean tools required.
  • 0-2+ years of people management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Train internal staff on Lean tools and transformation processes.
  • Coach project teams in implementing Lean tools and continuous improvement programs.
  • Lead stand-up meetings and facilitate Lean practices.
  • Challenge teams to identify and resolve workflow constraints.
  • Maintain Lean tool standards across project teams.
  • Develop and customize training materials for Lean methods.
  • Serve as a thought partner in overall Lean strategy deployment.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge industrial and manufacturing projects.
Full Job Description
JE Dunn's Advanced Facilities Group (AFG) combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing into one high-performing team focused on cutting-edge work to serve innovative clients on large Industrial & Manufacturing, Data Center, and Semiconductor projects. As part of the Advanced Facilities team, you'll work on some of the most advanced construction projects across the country, growing your career alongside our diverse team of industry professionals. Role Summary The Lean Manager will manage our Process Improvement and Knowledge Management initiatives and manage Lean processes and resources at a regional level. This position will be responsible for training company departments on Lean processes. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. • Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes most decisions and consults with supervisor as needed. • Career Path: Senior Lean Manager Key Role Responsibilities - Core LEAN MANAGEMENT FAMILY - CORE • Trains internal staff on Lean tools. Helps develop and maintain Lean transformation processes and programs • Coaches and supports project teams and/or internal customers with implementation of the Lean tools and continuous improvement programs • Leads daily and weekly stand-up through a lead/co-facilitate/coach model. Actively participates in the development and maintenance of the organization's ongoing Lean journey • Challenges project team members and employees to identify, remove and resolve constraints that prevent the team from fulfilling commitments • Maintains level of standards of lean tools used among project teams or within the organization • Trains and coaches employees and team members to understand the Work Flow Commitment Loop (reliable promising) • Assumes responsibility for bringing all components of the Last Planner System together to function as a system. Trains and coaches the team in LPS practices • Utilizes current training materials and customizes to specific assigned customer • Looks for opportunities to improve current training materials • Serves as an ongoing resource for assigned projects and employees to help identify opportunities for improvement • Works with and supports national departments to bring Lean into all aspects of work • Trains and coaches on process improvement, A3s and other Lean tools • Coaches internal employees in leadership roles on Lean processes • Responsible for the training and development plans for Lean Specialists • Serves as a thought partner with National Director of Lean for overall Lean Strategy Deployment • Develops marketing messages that support a national Lean strategy • Responsible for training materials including developing, improving, maintaining and finding new materials • May be responsible for the mentorship and development of Lean team members • Manages staffing and project support assignments for the region Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core N/A Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner • Communication skills, verbal and written - Advanced • Proficiency in MS Office Intermediate • Ability to facilitate meetings and build consensus • Ability to conduct effective presentations Intermediate • Ability to provide performance management feedback and complete evaluations • Ability to manage a team • Ability to coach Intermediate • Ability to adapt and respond to dynamic situations • Ability and desire to master new skills • Ability to lead change management and Lean efforts - Intermediate • Listening skills Intermediate • Ability to read a situation and make sound recommendations - Intermediate • Ability to speak confidently in large sized groups • Open learner and highly coachable • Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy - Intermediate • Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally Education • Bachelor's degree (Required). • In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Experience • 8+ years of Lean management or consulting experience (Required) • 0-2+ years people management experience (Preferred) • 5+ years construction operations or AEC industry experience (Required) • 2+ years financial management experience (Preferred) • 5+ years' experience in meeting or group facilitation (Required) • 5+ years' experience implementing process improvement methodologies or other Lean tools and techniques (Required) Working Environment • Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds • Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs • May require extensive periods of overnight travel • Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold) • Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen • Occasional activity: Bending, Reaching above Shoulder Benefits Information The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details. Click here for benefits details. This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

About JE Dunn Construction

JE Dunn Construction is a commercial general contractor based in Kansas City, Missouri. The company was founded in 1924 by John Ernest Dunn and has since grown to become one of the largest construction companies in the United States. JE Dunn Construction has completed many high-profile projects, including the Sprint Center in Kansas City and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. The company has won numerous awards for its work, including several AGC Build America Awards and ENR Best Projects Awards. JE Dunn Construction is committed to sustainability and has completed many LEED-certified projects.
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Founded
1924

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