Continuous Improvement Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value - it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won't just build your career - you'll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus - today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation - we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement - values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you're inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

The Continuous Improvement Manager is a vital role within the Continuous Improvement (CI) team and the overall organization. Under the direction of the CI Director or Sr.Manager, this role is responsible for the implementation of assigned improvement initiatives as well as planning and implementation of Aecon CI program elements (Lean Construction tools and best practices, under our Building Smarter program) to enable our operations teams to achieve predictable, excellent and ever-improving results in project execution.


Citizenship Requirement:
This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

• Responsible for implementation of core corporate and sector CI program elements, including (not limited to):
  • Conditions of Satisfaction
  • Strong facilitation skills with all levels of organization such as trades, supervision, managers, senior leaders and executives.
  • Last Planner System and other industry planning standards. Good understanding of flow/pull systems
  • Standardization of best practices
  • Problem solving tools, including active problem-solving efforts (kaizen & workshops, value stream mapping, A3, etc)
  • Good understanding of lean assessment tools.
  • CI/Lean training across the project/organization
  • Construction collaboration tools/standards like Big Room, visual management, 5S, leader standard work, effective huddles/communications/meeting runstreams
  • Waste reduction efforts, including overseeing our waste reduction program/data/implementation efforts
  • Basic understanding of project management/scheduling as incumbent will be called upon to present plans to leadership when delivering project initiatives.
• Single Point of Contact (SPOC) CI for their assigned area/project
• Oversees/manages the project-based Continuous Improvement team (CI coordinators + any other roles)
• Maintains/manages the schedule and supporting tasks/action tracking related to the Continuous Improvement core deliverables and initiatives
• Facilitates, and chairs key stakeholder meetings related to key initiatives
• Preparation and administration of communications (formal and informal) related to the promotion, development and implementation of CI deliverables & assigned initiatives
• Prepares, maintains, and delivers presentations and training for CI deliverables and initiatives
• Support analysis, screening, and evaluation activities on incoming input / proposed improvement initiatives from various sources (Waste Walks, lessons learned, KPI trends, field observations, etc)
• Prepare supporting documents (procedures, templates, work aides, training material etc) for assigned initiatives
• Coordination of activities across assigned projects and cross-sector stakeholders related to project-level and sector-wide improvements
• Drafts CI Training Plans for implementation by corporate or sector training teams
• Liaison and SPOC with Operations and support departments, sector training, Aecon University, and HR Systems (LMS) team as well as CI teams across other Aecon sectors
• Adheres to the companies, sector, Quality Program, and departmental policies and procedures

What You Bring to the Team:

• Education to include undergraduate degree in Engineering or technical college diploma, and/or business administration, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Certified Lean Greenbelt at very least, with preference given to those with Lean Black Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years' experience in lean construction, lean-based tools and application of tools in a Construction / project delivery environment
• 7-10 years collective experience in related field, including project execution and general coordination
• Direct experience with Project Management/Coordination related experience (preferred)
• Ability to successfully coordinate a construction project and/or related support initiatives
• Knowledge of elements of construction such as; technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling and safety requirements
• Good communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential
• High proficiency in standard computer programs, Power BI is an asset
• Experience in preparation and delivery of project reports in writing and verbally, including presentation to various stakeholders
• This roles requires frequent travel 50 to 75 perfcent of the time to sites

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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