21 Oct
AmcoGiffen
Barnsley
Job description
Job Title : Performance and Business Improvement Manager
Location : Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Sector : Civil Engineering Maintenance Highways England & Environment Agency
About the Company
Join our dynamic Engineering team where you will work on a diverse portfolio of civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering works under framework contracts with reputable clients including Highways England and the Environment Agency.
Our business unit prides itself on delivering vital engineering maintenance and infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment.
Role Overview
As the Performance and Business Improvement Manager, you will be the primary contact for managing Business Performance and Improvement.
Your role is critical to ensuring the efficient execution of contract work while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Performance Strategy Development : Lead the development and implementation of the Business Performance Strategy.
- Operations Support : Collaborate with the Operations Team to achieve key business plan objectives.
- Lean and Quality Initiatives : Facilitate the implementation and delivery of Lean and Quality initiatives across projects.
- Performance Evaluation : Support, implement, and evaluate business and project-level improvement projects.
- Results Measurement : Ensure all initiatives are cost-effective and yield the desired outcomes.
- Documentation and Reporting : Produce A3s, Storyboards, and Case Studies to illustrate benefits realisation; Maintain reports on performance levels across client-led assurance activities (e.
g., CPF, Framework Assurance Indicators).
- Lean Training : Upskill and train the workforce and supply chain on Lean principles.
- KPI Process Management : Oversee and control the CPF / KPI Process, including actions for performance improvement and data capture.
- Facilitation Services : Provide facilitation for improvement projects and workshops.
- Audit Role : Undertake audit functions as required (e.g., HELMA, CPF, ISO44001).
- Expert Guidance : Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in Lean Six Sigma; offer informed advice and guidance on business improvement matters.
- Cultural Promotion : Foster a "Right First Time, Every Time" culture by coaching and supporting behaviour interventions.
- Collaboration : Liaise with Client Business Improvement / Lean Representatives and develop communication channels regarding business improvement issues within project teams.
- Team Development :
Manage and support the development of Performance Advisors.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have :
- Relevant experience in a similar position within the construction industry.
- Knowledge of contracting environments and Civil Engineering sector practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and team management skills.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
- Internal Auditor experience (Lead auditor experience is desirable).
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary (negotiable based on experience).
- 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
- Up to 3 volunteer days.
- Company contributory Pension scheme.
- Life Insurance coverage.
- Westfield Health Cash Plan & Rewards.
- Generous Employee referral scheme.
- A supportive employee infrastructure fostering personal and professional development.
- Continuous learning opportunities.
- A commitment to a safe working environment.
- Employee forums for voicing opinions and feedback.
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a significant impact on performance and business improvement, we invite you to apply!