Director of Lean Construction

About the role

Join PC Construction as an employee-owner and help drive operational excellence across one of the nation's leading construction organizations. The Director of Lean Construction is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Lean construction practices across all regions and projects. This strategic leader partners with project teams, operational leaders, and stakeholders to improve efficiency, reduce waste, strengthen collaboration, and enhance project outcomes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide Lean construction strategies, standards, and best practices.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, safety, and project delivery performance.
• Facilitate Lean programs, including Kaizen events, value stream mapping, pull planning, and problem-solving workshops.
• Partner with project teams to identify process inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and improve workflow effectiveness.
• Support project planning and execution to help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and with exceptional quality.
• Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to project teams and emerging Lean champions throughout the organization.
• Conduct project site visits to assess opportunities, guide implementation efforts, and support operational excellence.
• Collaborate with clients, trade partners, and internal stakeholders to promote Lean principles and drive successful outcomes.
• Measure, monitor, and report on Lean performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging Lean practices, and construction innovation opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction industry experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success implementing Lean construction methodologies and continuous improvement programs.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, project delivery processes, and workflow optimization.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing change across multiple stakeholders.
• Lean Construction Institute Certifications (LCI-CPC) preferred.

About PC Construction

PC Construction is 100% employee-owned and has been a construction industry leader for over 65 years. The company offers general contracting, construction management, and design-build services to private and public clients across the country. PC manages projects along the east coast from its headquarters in Vermont and a network of locations in Florida, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, and the Mid-Atlantic. From specialized buildings to complex water and wastewater treatment plants, PC is ranked annually as one of the top contractors in the country, guided to success by its team of dedicated employee-owners.