Director of Training and Development

Enterprise Electrical

$90K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years in training and development leadership roles
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning methodologies
  • Experience in enterprise-wide training program design
  • Demonstrated leadership and coaching capabilities
  • Familiarity with compliance training in operational environments
  • Proficient in Learning Management Systems and HRIS

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute training strategies aligned with business goals
  • Design and enhance employee training programs
  • Oversee onboarding and orientation processes
  • Create leadership development and succession planning programs
  • Assess and address workforce capability gaps
  • Manage training budgets and vendor relationships
  • Establish metrics to evaluate training effectiveness

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive team environment
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Access to industry-leading training resources
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Enterprise Electrical is seeking a Director of Training and Development to lead the strategic design, implementation, and continuous improvement of company-wide learning, workforce development, and training programs.

This role will support employee development, leadership capability, operational excellence, compliance requirements, and workforce readiness across both field and office operations. The Director of Training and Development will partner closely with executive leadership, operations, safety, HR, and department leaders to identify training needs, establish development pathways, and create scalable learning programs aligned with business goals and organizational growth.

This position serves as the organization's primary training and workforce development leader and is responsible for building sustainable training infrastructure, learning standards, and performance-based development systems that support long-term workforce strategy across multiple business lines, geographic locations, and technical disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Training and Development will be responsible for the following:
  • Develop and lead enterprise-wide training and workforce development strategies aligned with organizational goals and operational priorities
  • Design, implement, and continuously improve learning and development programs for field and office employees
  • Establish and oversee onboarding, orientation, and employee integration programs
  • Develop leadership and supervisory development programs that support succession planning and internal advancement
  • Partner with department leaders to assess workforce capability gaps and training needs
  • Oversee technical, operational, safety, compliance, and professional development training initiatives
  • Develop structured learning pathways and career progression programs that support employee growth and retention
  • Manage training budgets, learning resources, vendor partnerships, and external training providers
  • Establish training metrics, performance indicators, and reporting processes to evaluate effectiveness and return on investment
  • Maintain training documentation, policies, and learning standards supporting regulatory and organizational compliance
  • Lead implementation and administration of Learning Management Systems and training record processes
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning, employee development, and workforce readiness across the organization


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of learning and development principles, workforce development, and adult learning methodologies
  • Ability to design and implement scalable training and organizational development programs
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development capabilities
  • Knowledge of instructional design, curriculum development, and training delivery methods
  • Understanding of compliance and workforce training requirements applicable to operational and construction environments
  • Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to build partnerships and influence leaders across departments and business functions
  • Strong planning, organizational, and project management abilities
  • Ability to analyze training effectiveness and workforce performance metrics
  • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems, HRIS systems, and Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset


Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Provides leadership and direction to training, onboarding, instructional, and workforce development personnel as assigned
  • May oversee Training Managers, Coordinators, Instructors, or third-party training providers
  • Responsible for staffing recommendations, performance management, employee development, and departmental planning


Education and Experience

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Education, Workforce Development, or a related field preferred
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered


Certifications and Licenses:
  • Professional certifications such as SHRM, ATD, CPTD, CPLP, or related learning and development credentials preferred
  • Valid driver's license may be required based on travel expectations


Experience Requirements:
  • Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in training, organizational development, workforce development, or learning and development leadership roles
  • Experience designing and leading enterprise-wide training programs required
  • Experience supporting operational, construction, or technical workforces strongly preferred
  • Prior leadership experience managing training teams, instructors, or workforce development programs preferred


Work Environment
  • Primarily performed in professional office, training, and operational environments
  • Regular interaction with field operations, project sites, and branch locations
  • Periodic travel to training facilities, offices, and project sites may be required
  • Work may involve exposure to active construction environments requiring adherence to safety requirements and PPE standards when visiting jobsites


Physical Requirements

This role requires the physical and environmental demands outlined below, with or without reasonable accommodation. Enterprise Electrical is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and computer use
  • Frequent verbal communication, presentation, and training facilitation activities
  • Ability to move throughout office, training, and jobsite environments
  • Ability to occasionally lift and transport training materials or equipment up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to travel and access active construction or operational sites as needed


Equipment and Tools Used
  • Computers, laptops, and mobile communication devices
  • Learning Management Systems and HRIS platforms
  • Microsoft Office Suite and presentation software
  • Video conferencing and virtual learning platforms
  • Audiovisual and classroom training equipment
  • Standard office and communication equipment


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