Lean Construction Consultant – Remote Contract Position

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Job Posting: Lean Nuclear Construction Consultant – Remote Contract Position

Company: Value Driven Solutions (VDS)
Location: Remote (Multiple Locations Across the U.S.)
Type: Contract
Requisition ID: 175928
Contact: Apply at https://vdsconsultinggroup.com/open-positions/ | [email protected] | 772-722-8811

About the Opportunity:
Value Driven Solutions (VDS) is seeking a highly skilled Lean Nuclear Construction Consultant for a remote contract role, supporting multiple U.S. locations. This position collaborates with leading industry partners to drive continuous improvement in nuclear construction projects, leveraging lean principles to ensure timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality outcomes. Join us in making a significant impact within the emerging nuclear market, where your expertise will shape the future of carbon-free energy and infrastructure excellence.

Job Summary:
We are looking for a seasoned professional to implement lean construction tools and best practices across nuclear projects. Reporting to project leadership, you will oversee continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, manage CI teams, and facilitate stakeholder collaboration to achieve predictable, excellent results. This remote role demands a strategic thinker with extensive lean construction experience and a commitment to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement core CI program elements, including Conditions of Satisfaction, Last Planner System, standardization of best practices, and problem-solving tools (kaizen, value stream mapping, A3, etc.).
  • Lead lean assessment tools and deliver CI/Lean training across projects.
  • Oversee construction collaboration tools such as Big Room, visual management, 5S, leader standard work, and effective huddles/meetings.
  • Drive waste reduction efforts, managing data and implementation programs.
  • Serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for CI on assigned projects, managing schedules, action tracking, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Prepare communications, presentations, and training materials for CI initiatives.
  • Analyze and evaluate improvement proposals from waste walks, KPI trends, and field observations.
  • Coordinate activities across projects and liaise with operations, training, and HR teams.
  • Operate within an assigned budget, handling procurement and supervision of CI team members.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Business Administration, Technical College Diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt certification from an accredited institution (required); Lean Black Belt certification is a plus.
  • Experience:
    • 15+ years in lean construction, with proven application of lean tools in a construction/project delivery environment.
    • 7-10 years of collective experience in project execution and coordination.
    • Direct experience with project management/coordination is an asset.
  • Skills:
    • Knowledge of construction elements (technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements, engineering, cost control, scheduling, safety).
    • Strong communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.
    • High proficiency in standard computer programs (Power BI is an asset).
    • Ability to prepare and deliver project reports and presentations.
  • Other Requirements:
    • Flexibility to work across various U.S. locations remotely, with occasional travel for project needs.
    • Regular, reliable attendance and ability to meet deadlines.
    • Commitment to safety and effective teamwork.

Compensation:

  • Competitive rate based on experience.

How to Apply:
If you have the expertise to lead lean transformation in nuclear construction, apply today at https://vdsconsultinggroup.com/open-positions/ or contact us at [email protected] or 772-722-8811. At VDS, we offer fast-paced opportunities to build the next big thing—because it’s Everything OpEx®!

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