Project Manager II, Continuous Improvement

Project Manager II, Continuous ImprovementLennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.Join a Company that Empowers you to Build your FutureAt Lennar, we are focused on continuously improving how we deliver technology solutions, operational excellence, and enterprise value across the organization. The Project Manager II, Continuous Improvement is part of the Operational Excellence (OpEx) team and will play a critical role within Lennar Technology Group (LTG), partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify, drive, and sustain process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, scalability, transparency, and delivery effectiveness.The goal of the OpEx team is to solve real process problems quickly while building a repeatable, standing capability. The Project Manager II, Continuous Improvement is a cross-trained member of this team who rotates across three disciplines: Process & Lean, Performance & CI, and Standards & Sustainment.

Every improvement cycle uses all three, so each win is diagnosed, measured, and standardized rather than only delivered.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProcess & LeanFacilitate process-mapping sessions, Kaizen bursts, and workshops with process owners and cross-functional teams (business, technology, architecture, PMO, testing, and vendors)Document current-state and future-state workflows and finalize the future-state processIdentify operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and dependencies that affect delivery outcomesPerformance & CIPull and analyze operational data to establish baselines, run root-cause analysis, and prioritize fixesTag candidate savings as hard cost, cost avoidance, or capacity so results can be validated by Finance; flag metrics with no data source and instrument a proxy or reclassify as qualitativeValidate gains with before/after data, and define measurement strategy and dashboard requirements that support leadership decisions, partnering with BI resources on executive-level viewsStandards & SustainmentTurn validated improvements into SOPs and publish them to the Process Governance & Standards libraryTrain process owners and drive adoption of new processes and tools; schedule and run sustainment reviewsOwn and maintain the CI team repository, including templates, playbooks, engagement artifacts, and institutional knowledge, to support team scalability and continuityTeam and CapabilityRotate through all three lead roles and cross-train teammates so no one person is a single point of failureDocument and refine the cycle method after each engagement so the next one runs fasterManage day-to-day relationships with process owners and SMEs within a cycle; escalate to the OpEx Manager for a missing or unwilling process owner, unresolved cross-functional conflict, decisions beyond team authority, or stakeholder sessions that keep slippingSupport the OpEx Manager with wins communication, visibility, and intake by contributing results, findings, and recommendations that inform leadership prioritization of the backlogIdentify Digitize or Automate needs and route them to the Long-Term Project frameworkBalance cycle work with business-as-usual responsibilities within the team's protected-time commitmentsContribute to longer-term enablement, including a process-owner certification ladder and an LTG community of practiceQualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, PMO, or related disciplinesRequired: hands-on Lean experience, demonstrated by Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred) or by leading Kaizen events, process mapping, and root-cause analysisWorking-level skill in all three disciplines: facilitation and future-state design; data analysis, baselining, and before/after validation; and SOP authoring, training, and sustainmentExperience quantifying benefits and distinguishing hard cost, cost avoidance, and capacity, ideally with Finance validationExperience supporting enterprise technology organizations and cross-functional initiativesAbility to deliver within a time-boxed cycle, manage more than one initiative at a time, and escalate using defined triggersWillingness to cross-train, coach others, and rotate rolesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsFamiliarity with tools such as Lucid, GitHub, ServiceNow, Jira, Azure DevOps, and Power BI is preferredPlus: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, Agile, or other CI certifications; understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodsPreferred SkillsProcess optimization and standardizationRoot-cause analysis and data-driven decision makingSavings quantification and KPI developmentSOP development and training deliveryCross-functional facilitationRisk and dependency managementWhat Success Looks LikeImproved operational efficiency and reduced delivery bottlenecks across LTGIncreased standardization and governance maturity across processes and workflowsStrong partnership and support for enterprise CI initiatives and strategic transformation effortsEnhanced visibility into organizational health, delivery metrics, and continuous improvement outcomesScalable and sustainable process improvements that support LTG growth and enterprise prioritiesWhy Join Lennar Technology GroupAt Lennar, we are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and building scalable solutions that drive business value. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on enterprise transformation initiatives while partnering with leaders and teams across the organization to improve how we work, deliver, and grow together.Life at LennarAt Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments.

To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally.

Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.