Operational Excellence Architect
MRO-Grade Precision
Cross-Industry Turnarounds

Irvin Lucas
Senior Project Director
Irvin is a seasoned business leader and Senior Project Manager specializing in operational excellence and organizational restructuring for Shapcott & Lauber. He brings cross-industry experience in aviation, construction, manufacturing, distribution and services—known for aligning teams, elevating execution, and building high-performing cultures.
He began as a Sales Engineer with GE Aircraft Engines and advanced through senior roles across OEMs, airlines, MROs, and aftermarket organizations, leading technical and commercial teams in high-stakes environments. Beyond aviation, he’s led construction and project-management initiatives—bidding/estimating, financial oversight, and day-to-day operations—as a former business owner with P&L accountability.
Impact highlights
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Led MRO programs that improved turnaround reliability and on-time performance.
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Standardized bidding/estimating and job controls to tighten project margins.
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Optimized supply chains to stabilize parts availability and working capital.
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Installed KPI cadences and leadership routines—from front line to C-suite.
As a consultant, Irvin partners with organizations to streamline processes, strengthen leadership, and implement sustainable change. He holds a B.S. in Air Transportation Engineering (Purdue) and an MBA in Marketing (Xavier University).
Irvin resides in the Tampa Bay area, is an avid football fan and collector. He enjoys reading and spending quality time with his wife and family.
