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Continuous Improvement Associate

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

$0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
  • Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
  • Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Associate is responsible for supporting

and sustaining the CI operating system across the organization. This role

assists to ensure process improvements are properly defined,

documented, implemented, and maintained over time.

Building a culture of continuous improvement by applying Lean tools,

leading kaizen events, and supporting the coaching and development of

team members.

This position requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and

communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively across

departments and present data-driven findings to diverse audiences. It is a

position that actively contributes to building a company's culture of

continuous improvement and driving positive changes at the operational

level. Each CI Associate will have a primary focus area while being cross

trained to support other CI functions, ensuring flexibility and continuity.

Responsibilities

  • Applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to drive measurable

improvements in key performance indicators.

  • Update SOPs, standard work, and process documentation for assigned

projects.

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to collect and analyze data,

identify process inefficiencies, and implement solutions.

  • Follow and uphold CI documentation standards, including version control

and update logs.

  • Ensure documentation is accurate, current, and maintained within

designated systems, including Workvivo (CI Hub), the Portal, and related

platforms.

  • Maintain alignment between documented processes and actual workflows

through coordination with stakeholders

  • Coordinate with Training & Development to ensure process updates are

reflected in training materials.

  • Track and follow up on action items from CI workshops and improvement

initiatives.

  • Monitor and support reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs)

related to CI initiatives.

  • Utilize and contribute to CI tools, templates, and resources within the CI

Hub.

  • Coordinate meetings, workshops, and communications across teams and

departments as needed.

  • Support development of reports, dashboards, and presentations for

leadership and project teams.

  • Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional

environment.

  • Other assignments or duties as needed.

Primary Focus Area

Each Continuous Improvement Associate will be assigned specific focus

areas and projects based on organizational priorities, workload, and

individual strengths.

CI Associate's are responsible for leading and supporting CI efforts within

their assigned areas while maintaining shared responsibility for CI

systems, documentation, and standards across the team.

Assignments may evolve over time to support cross-training, workload

balancing, and business needs.

Travel

  • May require infrequent travel (typically not overnight)

Required

  • Some experience in continuous improvement support.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with document

management tools

  • High Attention to detail and ability to manage and prioritize multiple

projects and tasks

  • Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications,

construction management, or equivalent experience.

  • 1-2 years of experience in support, preferably in a construction or

engineering environment

Work Environment

  • Works in a professional office and shop environment and routinely uses

standard office equipment.

  • May be exposed to moderate/high noise levels when in work areas when

visiting projects.

Physical Demands

  • This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers,

phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

  • Be able to sit for long periods of time while working on a computer

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