Continuous Improvement Associate at Atlantic Constructors, Inc. – Richmond, Virginia
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1401 Battery Brooke Parkway, Richmond, VA, USA
Full Time
At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE! Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years. Benefits:
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Job Description:
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Associate is responsible for supporting and sustaining the CI operating system across the organization. This role assists to ensure process improvements are properly defined, documented, implemented, and maintained over time. Building a culture of continuous improvement by applying Lean tools,
leading kaizen events, and supporting the coaching and development of team members.
This position requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively across departments and present data-driven findings to diverse audiences. It is a position that actively contributes to building a company's culture of continuous improvement and driving positive changes at the operational
level. Each CI Associate will have a primary focus area while being cross trained to support other CI functions, ensuring flexibility and continuity.
Responsibilities:
• Applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to drive measurable
improvements in key performance indicators.
• Update SOPs, standard work, and process documentation for assigned
projects.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to collect and analyze data,
identify process inefficiencies, and implement solutions.
• Follow and uphold CI documentation standards, including version control
and update logs.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, current, and maintained within
designated systems, including Workvivo (CI Hub), the Portal, and related
platforms.
• Maintain alignment between documented processes and actual workflows
through coordination with stakeholders
• Coordinate with Training & Development to ensure process updates are
reflected in training materials.
• Track and follow up on action items from CI workshops and improvement
initiatives.
• Monitor and support reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs)
related to CI initiatives.
• Utilize and contribute to CI tools, templates, and resources within the CI
Hub.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and communications across teams and
departments as needed.
• Support development of reports, dashboards, and presentations for
leadership and project teams.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional
environment.
• Other assignments or duties as needed.
Primary Focus Area
Each Continuous Improvement Associate will be assigned specific focus areas and projects based on organizational priorities, workload, and individual strengths.
Focus areas are aligned with the company's core operating environments and may include:
- Construction and field operations (project execution, coordination, and workflow improvement)
- Service operations (dispatch, work order flow, customer service processes, and billing alignment)
- Modular and manufacturing / fabrication (shop processes, production flow, and prefabrication workflows)
- Operational Excellence functions (HR, Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing, and system-based processes such as AXIOM and Vista)
CI Associates are responsible for supporting and contributing to improvement efforts within their assigned areas, including working directly with field teams, shop personnel, and operational stakeholders to understand workflows, identify opportunities, and help implement sustainable solutions.
All CI Associates maintain shared responsibility for CI systems, documentation, and standards across the team, while developing deeper knowledge within their assigned focus areas.
Assignments may evolve over time to support cross-training, workload balancing, and business needs.
Preferred:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications,
construction management, or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in support, preferably in a construction or
engineering environment
Work Environment:
• Works in a professional office and shop environment and routinely uses
standard office equipment.
• May be exposed to moderate/high noise levels when in work areas when
visiting projects.
Physical Demands:
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers,
phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Be able to sit for long periods of time while working on a computer
At this time, Atlantic Constructors, Inc. will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization (work visas) for any position.
Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation/gender identity, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like an accommodation or any assistance in order to apply for a job, please call 1-877-WRK-4ACI for assistance, or fax your requested accommodation to 804-523-8781. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as an offer of employment or a binding contract of employment for a specific period of time. Employment can be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.
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