Continuous Improvement Project Manager

OverviewCome Build Your Career at AeconAs a Canadian leader in infrastructure development Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy and partnering every day to build connect power and strengthen our communities.At Aecon you can count on :Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely we dont do it at all.Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So we invest in our people just like they invest in usAt Aecon we :Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental emotional and physical well-being.Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments through initiatives like Equity Diversity & Inclusion training our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon communityAbout UsAs part of an alliance agreement Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). Beginning in 2023 Aecon will support the validation phase design procurement early site preparation and site mobilization scope for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.The Continuous Improvement Project Manager is a vital role within the Continuous Improvement (CI) team and the overall organization. Under the direction of the CI Director or Sr. Manager this role is responsible for the implementation of assigned improvement initiatives as well as planning and implementation of Aecon CI program elements (Lean Construction tools and best practices under our Building Smarter program) to enable our operations teams to achieve predictable excellent and ever-improving results in project execution.What Youll Do HereOverall : responsible for implementation of core corporate and sector CI program elements including (not limited to) :Conditions of SatisfactionLast Planner System and other industry planning standardsStandardization of best practicesProblem solving tools including active problem-solving efforts (kaizen & workshops value stream mapping A3 etc)Good understanding of lean assessment toolsCI / Lean training across the project / organizationConstruction collaboration tools / standards like Big Room visual management 5S leader standard work effective huddles / communications / meeting run streamsWaste reduction efforts including overseeing our waste reduction program / data / implementation effortsSingle Point of Contact (SPOC) CI for their assigned area / projectOversees / manages the project-based Continuous Improvement team (CI coordinators any other roles)Maintains / manages the schedule and supporting tasks / action tracking related to the Continuous Improvement core deliverables and initiativesFacilitates and chairs key stakeholder meetings related to key initiativesPreparation and administration of communications (formal and informal) related to the promotion development and implementation of CI deliverables & assigned initiativesPrepares maintains and delivers presentations and training for CI deliverables and initiativesSupport analysis screening and evaluation activities on incoming input / proposed improvement initiatives from various sources (Waste Walks lessons learned KPI trends field observations etc.)Prepare supporting documents (procedures templates work aides training material etc.) for assigned initiativesCoordination of activities across assigned projects and cross-sector stakeholders related to project-level and sector-wide improvementsDrafts CI Training Plans for implementation by corporate or sector training teamsLiaison and SPOC with Operations and support departments sector training Aecon University and HR Systems (LMS) team as well as CI teams across other Aecon sectorsAdheres to the companys sector quality program and departmental policies and proceduresOperation within a budget assigned by the applicable manager including development of estimates / budgets regular review of cost performance for assigned initiatives / projectsProcurement (purchase requisitions vendor coordination) of items as required to support initiativesResponsible for supervision of all project CI team members for assigned projectCoordinate across all functions of the project as required to achieve assigned goalsWhat You Bring To The TeamUndergraduate degree in Engineering or Business Administration Technical College Diploma or equivalent combination of education and related experienceCertified Lean Greenbelt with preference given to those with Lean Black Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification from an accredited institution5 years experience in lean construction lean-based tools and application of tools in a Construction / project delivery environment7-10 years collective experience in related field including project execution and general coordinationDirect experience with Project Management / Coordination is considered an assetAbility to successfully coordinate a construction project and / or related support initiativesKnowledge of elements of construction such as; technology equipment methods trade agreements and jurisdiction engineering cost control scheduling and safety requirementsGood communication organizational and supervisory skills are essentialHigh proficiency in standard computer programs. Power BI is considered an assetExperience in project reports preparation and delivery in writing and verbally including presentation to various stakeholdersFlexibility to work out of various work locations primarily at assigned project office with a potential for field locations on an occasional basisRegular visits / interactions with construction / field operationsOccasionally limited work inside the nuclear facility including within Zoned areas and Containment as necessary to observe and support work related to assigned initiativesLimited travel as necessary within Southwestern Ontario with occasional travel beyond for related conferences and meetingsAecon fosters diversity inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women visible minorities Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.Required Experience :ICKey SkillsBusiness Intelligence,Children Activity,Business Analysis,Corporate Sales,ABB,Corporate DevelopmentEmployment Type : ContractExperience : yearsVacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr