Allison Smith Company LLC
Construction Productivity Systems Manager
Allison Smith Company LLC, Smyrna, Georgia, us, 30081
Construction Productivity Systems Manager
Allison-Smith Company LLC is seeking a
Construction Productivity Systems Manager
to design, implement, and sustain a system that replicates manufacturing-level productivity within our construction operations.
This role will lead the development of standardized planning, resource management, and accountability frameworks that drive consistent, high-efficiency field production.
Base pay range: $125,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr
Job Functions Production
Key Responsibilities System Design and Development
Develop a comprehensive
Field Production System
rooted in Lean and manufacturing principles (standard work, takt planning, visual management, PDCA).
Create and maintain core tools and templates, including Daily Task Cards, Crew Scorecards, Weekly Production Dashboards, Takt Zone Plans and Flow Maps.
Define standard work instructions and measurable performance benchmarks for major trade activities.
Collaborate with project teams to design workflow layouts, zone definitions, and sequencing aligned with production flow.
Implementation and Field Integration
Pilot the productivity system on selected projects; lead rollouts and provide on-site training to superintendents, foremen, and project managers.
Facilitate daily huddles and weekly performance reviews to embed the system in field culture.
Coach crews on production planning, goal setting, and visual accountability methods.
Establish data collection routines to measure productivity and track continuous improvement.
Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement
Develop and manage a production performance dashboard, tracking metrics such as labor productivity, on-time completion, rework rates.
Conduct root cause analysis for delays or inefficiencies and drive corrective actions.
Lead post-project reviews to extract lessons learned and continuously improve system design.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate closely with project management, field operations, safety, and logistics teams.
Integrate the production system into existing scheduling and procurement workflows.
Support preconstruction teams with productivity data for estimating and planning.
Work with HR and training teams to develop field training modules and certification paths.
Deliver a fully documented Production Playbook and rollout plan.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Lean Construction or Six Sigma certification preferred.
Experience
7+ years of experience in field operations, production planning, or process improvement.
Proven record implementing Lean or manufacturing-based systems in construction or fabrication environments.
Strong understanding of project scheduling, crew management, and construction workflows.
Skills and Attributes
Deep knowledge of Lean / Takt / Last Planner principles.
Strong analytical skills for workflow and data analysis.
Excellent communication and coaching ability across management and field levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI (or similar dashboard tools), and field management software.
Highly organized, pragmatic, and action-oriented.
Performance Metrics
Improvement in average field labor productivity (%).
Reduction in rework and downtime.
Adherence to planned takt flow (% of zones on schedule).
Field crew satisfaction and engagement with system adoption.
Sustainability of continuous improvement routines (weekly reviews, PDCA cycles).
Compensation and Reporting
Reports To: Executives
Location: Office and field-based with travel to project sites.
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance bonus + benefits
Why This Role Matters This position will directly shape how Allison-Smith Company executes projects — moving from reactive, schedule-driven operations to a
predictable, high-efficiency production environment
modeled after world-class manufacturing. The successful candidate will not just manage processes but
lead a transformation
in how construction work is planned, performed, and measured.
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Construction Productivity Systems Manager
to design, implement, and sustain a system that replicates manufacturing-level productivity within our construction operations.
This role will lead the development of standardized planning, resource management, and accountability frameworks that drive consistent, high-efficiency field production.
Base pay range: $125,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr
Job Functions Production
Key Responsibilities System Design and Development
Develop a comprehensive
Field Production System
rooted in Lean and manufacturing principles (standard work, takt planning, visual management, PDCA).
Create and maintain core tools and templates, including Daily Task Cards, Crew Scorecards, Weekly Production Dashboards, Takt Zone Plans and Flow Maps.
Define standard work instructions and measurable performance benchmarks for major trade activities.
Collaborate with project teams to design workflow layouts, zone definitions, and sequencing aligned with production flow.
Implementation and Field Integration
Pilot the productivity system on selected projects; lead rollouts and provide on-site training to superintendents, foremen, and project managers.
Facilitate daily huddles and weekly performance reviews to embed the system in field culture.
Coach crews on production planning, goal setting, and visual accountability methods.
Establish data collection routines to measure productivity and track continuous improvement.
Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement
Develop and manage a production performance dashboard, tracking metrics such as labor productivity, on-time completion, rework rates.
Conduct root cause analysis for delays or inefficiencies and drive corrective actions.
Lead post-project reviews to extract lessons learned and continuously improve system design.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate closely with project management, field operations, safety, and logistics teams.
Integrate the production system into existing scheduling and procurement workflows.
Support preconstruction teams with productivity data for estimating and planning.
Work with HR and training teams to develop field training modules and certification paths.
Deliver a fully documented Production Playbook and rollout plan.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Lean Construction or Six Sigma certification preferred.
Experience
7+ years of experience in field operations, production planning, or process improvement.
Proven record implementing Lean or manufacturing-based systems in construction or fabrication environments.
Strong understanding of project scheduling, crew management, and construction workflows.
Skills and Attributes
Deep knowledge of Lean / Takt / Last Planner principles.
Strong analytical skills for workflow and data analysis.
Excellent communication and coaching ability across management and field levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI (or similar dashboard tools), and field management software.
Highly organized, pragmatic, and action-oriented.
Performance Metrics
Improvement in average field labor productivity (%).
Reduction in rework and downtime.
Adherence to planned takt flow (% of zones on schedule).
Field crew satisfaction and engagement with system adoption.
Sustainability of continuous improvement routines (weekly reviews, PDCA cycles).
Compensation and Reporting
Reports To: Executives
Location: Office and field-based with travel to project sites.
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance bonus + benefits
Why This Role Matters This position will directly shape how Allison-Smith Company executes projects — moving from reactive, schedule-driven operations to a
predictable, high-efficiency production environment
modeled after world-class manufacturing. The successful candidate will not just manage processes but
lead a transformation
in how construction work is planned, performed, and measured.
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