Lean Services Associate

Position Summary

The Lean Services Associate supports construction project delivery by assisting with Lean implementation activities on assigned construction projects. This role works directly with Project Managers, Superintendents, trade partners, and project-level Lean Champions to support planning, coordination, and workflow reliability through Lean practices such as the Last Planner System.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Supports Lean implementation activities on smaller construction projects, with coaching and oversight from Senior Lean Associates or Lean Managers.
• Supports project teams during early planning cycles and coaches teams as they begin to take ownership of planning routines.
• Supports delivery of introductory Lean and Last Planner System training.
• Aids in the preparation of training project-specific materials and learning activities.
• Coaches project teams in applying Last Planner System behaviors and planning practices.
• Reinforces planning discipline and commitment reliability.
• Supports Team Health Survey setup, data collection, and documentation.
• Affords assistance in conducting retrospectives by capturing actions and improvement themes.
• Aids in the preparation and logistics for partnering, Collaborative Design Sessions, and team alignment sessions.
• Affords support for breakout activities but does not independently lead sessions.
• Provides feedback on Lean Edge tools, templates, and materials.
• Supports pilot testing of new tools or processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned by their Supervisor.
• Travels to Company and subsidiary offices; offsite client, subcontractor, and supplier meetings; and other locations across North America to fulfill the essential duties of the role as required.
• Exhibits regular and reliable attendance in person as required by the Supervisor, Company guidelines, and/or project and office obligations.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field and 1-3 years of experience implementing Lean practices on construction projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in collaborative planning and facilitation environments preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to project locations anywhere across North America for extended periods of time (up to 85%).
• Understanding of Lean philosophy, Last Planner System purpose, and CPM/Last Planner System integration preferred.
• Familiarity with Touchplan or other Last Planner System management tools preferred.

Growth Opportunities

Alberici invests heavily in our team members' training and development in both technical, management, and leadership aptitude. This role is on the quality department career ladder; employees participate in a Professional Development Plan (PDP) focused on career advancement. Typical growth opportunities for this position include Senior Lean Services Associate followed by Lean Services Manager. Alberici is a North American company with multiple Operating Companies: Alberici Constructors, Inc., Alberici Constructors, LTD., Alberici Construcciones, BRC, CAS Constructors, Filanc, Flintco, Hillsdale Fabricators, and Kienlen Constructors.