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Lean Manager

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:

• 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.

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.