Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Manager (LCM) will report to the Project Quality Manager (PQM) and will be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives on the project.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the PQM in developing and implementing a continuous improvement program and risk-based strategy to meet project goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, PBQ, LL, Causal Analysis, Six Sigma, and tracking progress of improvement initiatives.
• Manage and supervise a CI team in performing Continuous Improvement activities.
• Manage the project corrective action system.
• Prepare reports on the effectiveness of the continuous improvement program implementation.
• Communicate with other Functions and project personnel to ensure continuous improvement goals and objectives are met.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Recognized Six Sigma Black Belt (certified).
• Experience with continuously improving Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Startup, Operations work processes and business areas; or advanced experience optimizing complex industrial processes, systems or organizations.
• Extensive experience supervising direct reports.
• Experience achieving measurable continuous improvement results through influence management, soft skills in a leadership position with ability to achieve change and results by shaping the attitudes and viewpoints of individuals and teams.
• Trained in Kaizen and / or Lean methodologies.
• Trained in team facilitation techniques.
• Trained in Causal Analysis techniques.
• Experience applying a structured approach to process analysis and problem solving.
• Experience establishing, monitoring, and analyzing data and reporting results to PQM and other management.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of a PC computer, Microsoft software, database administration, Visio (or equivalent) and Minitab.

Scope, Plan, Select the Appropriate CI Tools

Scope, plan, select the appropriate CI tools.

Analyze Data From Processes and Metrics Across Projects and Functions

Analyze data from processes and metrics across projects and functions.

Develop Quality Incident OOM Criteria for Selecting Appropriate Causal Analysis Tool (RCAs – 5 Whys)

Develop Quality Incident OOM Criteria for Selecting Appropriate Causal Analysis Tool (RCAs – 5 Whys), and facilitate causal analysis activities.

Utilize Causal Analysis Tools to Facilitate and Lead Apparent Cause Evaluations and Root Cause Analysis

Utilize causal analysis tools to facilitate and lead apparent cause evaluations and root cause analysis.

Develop and Facilitate Approved Workshops and Training Sessions to Educate Employees on Continuous Improvement Methodologies and Tools

Develop and facilitate approved workshops and training sessions to educate employees on continuous improvement methodologies and tools.

Provides Input into the Development of Standardized Performance Indicators for the Project

Provides input into the development of standardized performance indicators for the project.

Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement by Promoting Collaboration, Innovation, and Knowledge Sharing Across the Project

Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the project.

Total Rewards/Benefits

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Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com