Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice

LEAN CONSTRUCTION AND SCRUM ARE EMPIRICAL COUSINS. ?? In today's rapidly evolving construction landscape, the integration of methodologies from seemingly different worlds is creating powerful new approaches to project delivery. While Scrum emerged from software development and Lean Construction evolved from manufacturing principles, they share remarkable philosophical foundations: ??? Iterative Progress: Scrum's sprint cycles align perfectly with Lean Construction's phase planning-breaking complex projects into manageble segments with clear milestones. ??? Visual Management: Both utilize visual tools to create transparency and identify bottlenecks. ??? Daily Coordination: Scrum's 15-minute daily standups mirror the daily huddles essential to Lean Construction. ??? Value Focus: Both methodologies ruthlessly eliminate waste and prioritize customer value over unnecessary processes. ?? The future belongs to adaptive organizations that blend these approaches to match their specific challenges! ?? Want to learn Construction Scrum and become a Registered Scrum Master? Contact Felipe Engineer-Manriquez for 2-day Training. ?? Watch Felipe's Audio Version of the Scrum Guide with construction commentary https://lnkd.in/gFyBnF_u Lean Construction Institute (US) Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice University of California, San Francisco Scrum for Teens #ConstructionScrum #HelenDillerHospital Image credit: VERONIKA DREEVA

?? People Development: **The Ultimate Lean Practice at UCSF HDH Project** ? ?? Herrero Boldt Webcor team at UCSF Health #HDH Project is putting lean principles into action by investing in the most valuable resource— people. ? ?? Today's "Leadership Essentials" training with Jim Delia exemplifies HBW Team commitment to continuous improvement. Just as lean construction eliminates waste in our processes, effective leadership eliminates barriers to team performance. ? The session reinforced how lean leadership operates through the essential triad: ??? Trust as the foundation. ??? Needs as what employees need to perform ??? Morale as a driver of sustained excellence ? #HBW team explored four measurable elements of TRUST that directly impact lean culture: 1. Concern - Optimizing for collective success over individual gain. 2. Integrity - Transparent communication that reduces rework. 3. Competence - Knowledge transfer that elevates the entire team. 4. Reliability - Predictable delivery that enables flow. ? By developing leaders at all levels, UCSF Health HDH project is creating the conditions for reliable workflows and a culture of problem-solving. ? Lean thinking for Leadership Development in Action! ? #LeanConstruction #ContinuousImprovement #LeanLeadership #UCSF #HerreroBoldtWebcor #Changemares Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice Lean Construction Institute (US) UCSF Health The Boldt Company Herrero Builders Webcor Michelle Malone, MPA Felipe Engineer-Manriquez Jim Delia Image credit: VERONIKA DREEVA

Transforming construction efficiency through #TaktPlanning! ? Struggling with workflow inefficiencies on your construction projects? Takt planning might be the game-changer you need. This lean construction approach establishes a consistent rhythm across defined spatial zones, creating a synchronized flow of work that eliminates the traditional "hurry up and wait" cycle. ? By assigning uniform time intervals for trades to complete their work in each zone, takt planning delivers remarkable results: ? 20-30% reduction in overall project duration ? Dramatically improved schedule reliability ? Enhanced quality through standardized work packages ? Optimized resource utilization with minimal waiting time ? Greater transparency and predictability for all stakeholders ? On our recent healthcare project, implementing takt planning helped us save the schedule by 55 weeks while improving trade coordination and client satisfaction. ? Have you implemented takt planning on your projects? What challenges or successes have you experienced? ? Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice Lean Construction Institute (US) Sutter Health The Boldt Company Felipe Engineer-Manriquez Jesus Perez Klas Berghede Guillermo Prado Luján UCSF Health #changemakers Image credit: VERONIKA DREEVA

The Personal Impact of Lean Culture: Why It Matters for Every Construction Professional. ?? A true Lean culture transforms not just projects, but people's professional lives. When we genuinely adopt Lean principles, the impact on individuals is profound: ?? Professional Growth Instead of staying in our lanes, Lean encourages us to step outside our comfort zones. We learn about upstream and downstream work, understanding how our piece fits into the larger puzzle. This broader perspective opens doors to new opportunities and career advancement. ?? Real Collaboration Gone are the days of siloed work. In a Lean environment, we're empowered to share ideas across disciplines. Imagine project managers walking jobs with trades, or designers collaborating directly with field teams. These connections make our work more meaningful and effective. ?? Reduced Stress & Greater Control Here's what really matters: Lean isn't just about efficiency—it's about creating a better work environment. Through collaborative planning and clear conditions of satisfaction, we spend less time firefighting and more time doing meaningful work. The result? Better work-life balance and reduced daily stress. ? The beauty of Lean culture isn't just in the metrics—it's in how it transforms our daily experience of work. What positive changes have you noticed in your work life after embracing Lean principles? ? Check out the latest Lean Construction Institute (US) blog Doing Lean vs. Being Lean: Understanding a Key Distinction and learn?How Lean Culture Impacts Individuals. "https://lnkd.in/eaSu86mR ? #LeanConstruction #ProjectManagement #Construction #ContinuousImprovement #ConstructionIndustry #Changemakers ? Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice Lean Construction Institute (US) Herrero BuildersThe Boldt Company Webcor Felipe Engineer-Manriquez Kandice Lee Geoffrey Nelson

?? Collaboration & Creative Conflict: Key to Innovation in Lean Design & Construction ?? In the world of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), collaboration and creative conflict are more than just buzzwords – they’re the driving forces behind successful projects! ?? While these two might seem like opposing concepts, they work hand-in-hand to foster innovation, streamline workflows, and lead to better long-term outcomes. ???? For leaders and teams, understanding how to leverage both can strengthen cohesion, boost creativity, and ultimately elevate your projects to the next level. Check out the latest Lean Construction Institute (US) blog for actionable tips on fostering a Lean culture and unlocking the power of collaboration and creative conflict! https://lnkd.in/gvxcFQaK #LeanConstruction #CreativeConflict #AECIndustry #Collaboration #Innovation #ProjectSuccess #psychologicalsafety #clearpurpose #trainyourleaders #changemakers Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice

Join NAWIC Sacramento and Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange for a Lean Learning session by the Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice! Register now: NAWIC - Sacramento Chapter 63 - Meeting/Event Information This Learning Through Lean Lenses / Introduction to Lean Construction workshop is a highly interactive 2.5-hour session designed to give attendees hands-on,?practical experience with Lean principles and tools they can use immediately on their construction projects. Through a series of engaging activities, real-world case studies, and AI-powered exercises, participants will learn how to identify and eliminate waste,?improve collaboration, and enhance project outcomes. The focus will be on learning by doing, ensuring that every concept explored is tied directly to actionable strategies that can drive efficiency and value in their work. . The event is $35 per NAWIC/SRBX/LCI member, $50 per non-NAWIC member. Industry Owner's are FREE!? Space is limited so REGISTER NOW!

#Accountibility. It's a core tenet captured in Lean construction principle "focus on flow." ?? You may have attended one of our community of practice happy-hour events last Thursday. I want you to know we value you. The Core team met last Friday bright and early. ?? Tired but inspired we captured the key output from those events and our survey emailed a few weeks ago. The planning never stops. Our goal is aligning your needs with our events this year. ?? Soon we'll be sharing our calendar of prospective events through Linkedin and doing so regularly as we PDCA. Hold us accountable to deliver. ? On behalf of the LCI NorCal Core Team, we can't wait to improve, grow, and have fun with you this year! ??

?? Kicking off 2025 with a Lean Happy Hour! ???? Big thanks to our 60+ awesome attendees who came together for good food, great friends, and continuous learning! ?? You gave us valuable feedback that’s shaping our upcoming events—so stay tuned for even more amazing Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice moments. Special thanks to our hosts DPR Construction and Stantec! Follow us on LinkedIn & be a #changemaker with us! ?? #LCI #LeanHappyHour #ContinuousImprovement

Join us in thanking our amazing 2024 sponsors! Without their support, we would not have this amazing community of educators getting the word out about lean methods and practices for our industry! ?? ?? Get ready for our 2025 Lean Construction Institute | Northern CA Community of Practice calendar of programs and events by following us on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gJ4yazjs ??

?? Join us for a Lean Happy Hour! ?? Register here: CHANGE IN LOCATION - DPR San Francisco https://lnkd.in/gxkg7kjK Get together with fellow Lean enthusiasts to share insights, solve challenges, and learn from each other. Whether you're a designer, constructor, owner, trade partner, or part of an association, we want to hear from YOU! This is a chance to bring up real-world problems, discuss lessons learned, and help shape future presentations around what YOU want to learn. ?? Speakers: Jeff Long: Project management expert, Six Sigma Master Black Belt, and Lean pro with experience working with major clients like the U.S. Department of Energy, Bechtel, Chevron, and AT&T. Paz Arroyo, Ph.D.: Quality leader, Lean Construction guru, and educator with over 300,000 students in Latin America, known for her expertise in decision-making, sustainability, and collaborative tools. Don't miss out—there are NO irrelevant topics! Let’s learn and grow together. ???? Food and Beverage provided #LeanHappyHour #LeanConstruction #ContinuousImprovement #LeanJourney #Networking #KnowledgeSharing,#changemakers