Manufacturing & Offsite Production
Lean Construction Specialist
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Role overview
Job Title
Lean Construction SpecialistJob Family
Manufacturing & Offsite ProductionPurpose Of The Role
The Lean Construction Specialist helps construction projects become more efficient, sustainable, and collaborative by reducing waste, improving workflows, and encouraging innovation through Lean principles.
Role In MMC
Lean Construction Specialists play a central role in enabling Modern Methods of Construction by streamlining processes, facilitating off-site construction practices, and promoting continuous improvement. They ensure that MMC projects meet productivity, environmental, and quality goals while keeping the client’s needs at the centre.
Knowledge & Skills
Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding; with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Continuous Improvement
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Adaptability & Resilience
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Communication & Collaboration
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Problem-Solving
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Lean Construction
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Manufacturing & Assembly
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Digital & Technology
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Sustainable Construction
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Teamwork
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Innovation & Creative Thinking
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Adaptability & Resilience
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Attention to Detail
Suggested Entry Routes
Experience
- Site-based experience in construction or project delivery
- Previous involvement in Continuous Improvement or project planning initiatives
- Participation in Lean projects or collaborative planning
Education
- Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
- Additional study in Operations, Process Engineering, or Lean Six Sigma
Training & Certifications
- Lean Construction Ireland Yellow/Green/Black Belt Certification
- Last Planner System training
- BIM (Building Information Modelling) training
- Health and Safety training (e.g., Safe Pass, Manual Handling)
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