Lean Construction Institute (US)

Happy Thanksgiving from LCI! We’re thankful for our amazing Lean community. Wishing you all a joyful and restful holiday with friends and family.

We are thrilled to recognize Daniela Gracey, LCI-CPC CRB as a recent recipient of the LCI-CPC certification. With her deep commitment to Lean principles, Daniela represents the forward-thinking mindset necessary to address the challenges of modern design and construction. Her certification reflects her dedication to fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the industry. When asked how Lean thinking has influenced her approach to design and construction, Daniela shared: “The design and construction landscape has transformed significantly over the past decade, influenced by changes in the workforce, project complexity, and demanding schedules. Traditional project delivery methods are no longer sufficient, and the adversarial culture that has long been entrenched in the industry is neither enjoyable nor sustainable. This shift has led me to rethink my approach to design and construction, emphasizing the importance of respect for people, fostering a collaborative environment, and learning to be accountable to one another. By optimizing the whole, we all benefit. The mindset of ‘we have always done it that way’ is no longer acceptable. Embracing continuous improvement is essential for our industry to advance and thrive.” Daniela’s insights highlight why certification matters—not only for personal growth but also for driving the industry toward a more collaborative and innovative future. Are you ready to take the next step in your Lean journey? Explore our Certification Homepage and see how it can empower you to make a lasting impact in design and construction. Link: https://lnkd.in/eJ8Fy4YG

A heartfelt thank you to Catherine Myers, PE, the President of SSOE Group and board Chair of the Lean Construction Institute (US), for delivering an exceptional keynote at the New Capacity Summit this week during Automation Fair. Your insights were inspiring and provided valuable takeaways for everyone in attendance. Your expertise and passion on improving project outcomes in the construction industry left a lasting impact and set the tone for meaningful discussions throughout the week. Here's to continuing to drive innovation and achieve excellence in new capacity projects 👊🏻 #Leadership #NewCapacitySummit #ThankYou #IndustryInnovation #Collaboration #ConstructionandAutomation Brian Holte Brenden Lowe Jon Carlson Mark Juhl

Today we “kicked off” the game plan for the 2025 Lean Construction Institute (US) Congress. Stay tuned for exciting updates. #OneMcGough #LeanConstruction #LCICongress2025

Are you wondering what a LCI Community of Practice networking event is all about? Lots of fun and getting to know other industry professionals also curious and/or passionate about Lean construction! The LCI DC Metro Community of Practice hosted a Lean Brew event today and as you can see, fun it was! Many thanks to event sponsor, H&B Engineered Products, Inc. for providing refreshments! Lean Construction Institute (US)

This week's #LCIWeekly is out! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/d8tC5YBg

🌟 Congratulations to Merck on winning the LCI Engineering Design Award for the B63A Project at the 26th Annual Lean Construction Institute (US) Congress! We’re proud to have partnered on this innovative project, which is setting new standards in Lean and collaborative design. 👏 #1-Rated Presentation: Our own Robert Ledder, alongside Merck and Hatzel & Buehler, Inc., delivered the conference's top-rated session, “How to Surf as an IPD Team Without the IFOA Wave.” The presentation highlighted Merck’s Lean journey and shared insights into building strong, collaborative project structures. Thank you to everyone at IPS, Merck, and our partners who made these accomplishments possible! Together, we’re advancing Lean principles and continuous improvement to drive better, smarter, and more sustainable projects. #LeanConstruction #LCICongress #LeanInnovation

Join LCI and Rebecca Snelling on Friday, November 22nd from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET for this webinar that explores making and securing reliable commitments to enhance accountability in project teams.

This year's Lean Construction Institute (US) Congress in San Diego, California, was an exciting opportunity for our team to network and share experiences with peers. We hosted three sessions, including one that demonstrated how to keep Conditions of Satisfaction (CoS) at the forefront of the decision-making process; another that demonstrated how Takt Planning saved improved speed to market; and a panel with O'Shea Builders that provided tangible strategies for engaging their workforce. At the close of the event, our Takt Planning session, led by Superintendent Jared Wilson and Innovation Lab Manager Steve Moore, was named "Top Live Lab," and our Lean Practice Leader Jennifer Lacy was named co-chair of the 2025 Congress. Thank you to our teammates and partners who joined us to help tell important stories that move the industry forward. We're proud of all of our team members who participated to make this year's event special, and we look forward to seeing everyone in Arlington, Texas, next year! #LCICongress24

Recently, we reached out to our friend and fellow Lean Construction Institute - Arizona Community of Practice Core Group Member Aaron Zeligman, a Project Executive at Banner Health, to share his insights on the benefits of Lean practices for Healthcare Projects, here in Arizona. The result? The attached post where Aaron offered his unique perspective on how Lean principles are transforming local Healthcare projects by driving value, improving efficiency, and fostering enhanced collaboration. We’re incredibly grateful to Aaron for taking the time to share his expertise and contribute to this vital conversation. Thank you for helping advance Lean practices in the Healthcare industry! #LeanConstruction #HealthcareProjects #LCI #ContinuousImprovement #Collaboration #BannerHealth