Robert Penney
About Robert Penney
Robert Penney serves as the Vice President of Delivery and Process Improvement at STACK Infrastructure, where he focuses on Lean construction practices. He has extensive experience in continuous improvement roles at Skanska and holds multiple degrees and certifications in construction management and process improvement.
Current Role at STACK Infrastructure
Robert Penney serves as the Vice President of Delivery and Process Improvement at STACK Infrastructure. He has held this position since 2024, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization. His role involves implementing Lean construction practices to optimize project delivery and improve team performance.
Previous Experience at Skanska
Prior to his current role, Robert Penney worked at Skanska in various capacities. He served as the National Director of Continuous Improvement from 2019 to 2024, where he led initiatives to enhance project performance across the United States. Before that, he was the Continuous Improvement Director from 2017 to 2019 and the Northwest Project Controls Manager - Project Analytics from 2015 to 2017, focusing on project analytics in Washington, Oregon, and Arizona.
Education and Certifications
Robert Penney holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Drexel University. He has also completed Advanced Lean Training Certification at Virginia Mason Institute. Additionally, he achieved Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt Certification from Villanova University, equipping him with advanced skills in process improvement methodologies.
Process Improvement Initiatives
In his professional roles, Robert Penney has facilitated process improvement workshops aimed at supporting construction project teams. He emphasizes the communication of best practices to enhance team performance and aims to create a work environment conducive to employee satisfaction and engagement.
Focus on Lean Construction Practices
Robert Penney's current focus includes building strong skill sets around Lean construction practices. He aims to integrate these practices into the organizational culture to improve efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery, ultimately benefiting team dynamics and project outcomes.