Description

This session introduces foundational Lean Construction principles, focusing on practical waste-reduction concepts such as visual communication boards, workspace layout, and workflow planning. This session provides a foundational, conceptual introduction to Lean principles as applied in construction; it does not constitute Lean Six Sigma certification or formal Lean training accreditation, and organizations seeking certification should pursue an accredited certification program. Attendees will look at how to identify the most common categories of waste on a typical job site and apply simple, low-cost changes to workflow and communication that directly support profit margins.

Areas Covered in the Session:

• Core principles behind Lean thinking, adapted specifically for construction
• Common categories of waste found on typical construction sites
• Introduction to visual communication boards and their practical benefits
• Organizing workspace layout to reduce unnecessary movement and delay
• Practical workflow planning concepts that reduce bottlenecks
• Identifying low-cost opportunities to reduce waste on your own projects
• Building a team culture that continuously looks for small improvements
• Distinguishing foundational Lean awareness from formal certification programs

Why you should attend: 

Waste on a construction site rarely announces itself; it hides in small inefficiencies, unnecessary movement, and workflow bottlenecks that feel normal simply because they've always been there. Teams introduced to Lean thinking start noticing these inefficiencies in their own daily work almost immediately, often finding opportunities for improvement that don't require any capital investment to address. This session introduces that way of seeing your own workflows, using foundational Lean principles rather than a full certification curriculum.

Who Will Benefit:

• Project Managers
• Superintendents
• Construction Directors
• Operations Managers
• Business Owners
• Program Managers