Lean Manager

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Lean Manager 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.

Accepted Locations: Cedar Rapids, IA; Omaha, NE/Lincoln, NE; Pampa, TX

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

OR

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%

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

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 concierge with extensive work-life resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Multi-Level Positions:

Lean Manager I

The base pay range for this role is $100,100 MIN - $150,200 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Lean Manager II

The base pay range for this role is $107,200 MIN - $160,800 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

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Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.  No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.