Senior Innovation Manager

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Lean Manager to partner with group leadership in planning and executing lean strategies, support project teams with 5S, flow construction, and kaizen-based continuous improvement, and capture quantitative improvements for future project pursuits and business strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create strong partnerships with leaders and workforce to establish trust and gain buy-in for lean approaches Promote continuous improvement principles and support leaders in improvement events and follow-ups Measure and ensure visibility of baseline performance and improvements across projects Develop and implement standards for identifying and responding to abnormal conditions Champion 5S practices and ensure consistency in policies, plans, and jobsite standards Advocate for Flow Construction, supporting teams in developing flow schedules and planning approaches Encourage ongoing brainstorming and implementation of improvements by crews All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering, or related degree OR equivalent combination of education and technical/field experience demonstrated over multiple years of related work experience Minimum eight years' construction or manufacturing experience Minimum six years' experience applying continuous improvement in manufacturing or construction Current driver’s license Expert understanding of continuous improvement principles and their application Excellent reliability and follow-through on commitments Excellent 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 Effectively work with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels Active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans Ability to travel up to 75%

BENEFITS

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 The base pay range for this role is $137,000 MIN - $205,600 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.

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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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr M. A. Mortenson Company