Lean Manager I - Manufacturing - BLUvera

Summary

BLUvera, Mortenson’s vertically integrated manufacturing and fabrication affiliate, seeks an experienced Lean Manager I to support the Operating Group and Project Teams in defining and executing Lean Innovation agendas and Project Standard Work.

Responsibilities

- Create strong partnerships with project leadership and craft workforce to establish trust and gain buy-in for lean approaches. - Build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels. - Lead by example, coaching team members in applying continuous improvement approaches. - Promote continuous improvement principles onsite, acting as a key resource for identifying opportunities and executing improvements. - Support group and project leaders in preparing for, conducting, and following up on improvement events. - Engage with field leaders to build their capability in utilizing the Kaizen approach after improvement events. - Measure baseline performance and improvements, ensuring visibility into improvements across projects. - Collaborate with group leaders to recognize crews and teams for their contributions to improvements. - Develop and implement 'Production Preparation Process' for new scopes of work. - Support the lead project Superintendent to champion 5S practices with the project team, field leaders, and trade partners.

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 of six years' construction or manufacturing experience. - Minimum of three years' experience applying continuous improvement in manufacturing or construction environments or related fields. - Current driver's license. - Expert understanding of continuous improvement principles and their application to various work processes and environments. - Excellent reliability and follow-through on commitments. - 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. - Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels. - Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback. - Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans. - Ability to travel up to 50%.

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 $100,100 - $150,200. (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.

About BLUvera

BLUvera, a Mortenson affiliate, is the leading manufacturer creating solutions that are industrializing the construction industry. We provide innovative building solutions that deliver faster, safer, and more predictable experiences for construction projects. Our products are fabricated with unprecedented precision, accuracy, and speed, providing customers with a fast, cost-effective, and safer building solution.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of their race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.