Learning & Development Manager

Big-D • $80K — $95K *
Boise, ID 83709In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field required; equivalent experience considered
  • 3-5 years in learning and development, training management, or organizational development, preferably in construction or industrial settings
  • Experience leading or managing a team is essential
  • Proficiency in Learning Management System (LMS) administration and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Instructional design or adult learning theory background preferred; SHRM-CP, ATD-CI, or similar credential is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Partner with department leaders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify training needs
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive training curriculum for various development areas
  • Design and implement career frameworks in collaboration with HR and leadership
  • Directly supervise and coach instructional and safety training staff
  • Manage the logistics and implementation of training programs company-wide
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations for improvement
  • Oversee the operation of the Learning Management System (LMS) for course management and tracking

Benefits

  • Work with a collaborative team of construction professionals
  • Opportunity for direct influence on employee training and development initiatives
  • Engage in a proactive role contributing to continuous improvement
  • Potential for personal growth through coaching and mentorship opportunities
  • Contribute to a strong safety culture within the construction industry
Full Job Description
McAlvain Construction, a Big-D Company, has an opportunity for an experienced Learning & Development Manager to join our team of construction professionals based in the Boise, ID area.

Interpersonal Requirements

  • Strong ability to build trust and rapport with employees, supervisors, and leadership across every department
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical and safety content into clear, engaging training materials
  • Collaborative, consultative approach when partnering with subject matter experts, department leaders, and HR to design training
  • Coaching mindset with a genuine interest in employee growth and career development
  • Comfortable influencing without direct authority to gain buy-in for training initiatives across departments
  • Organized and capable of managing multiple concurrent training projects and priorities
  • Proactive and driven to continuously improve training programs, career paths, and processes
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accurate recordkeeping and program tracking
  • Strong leadership and people-management skills to develop and support a small team
  • Patient and adaptable when working with employees at varying skill and experience levels, including field and trade staff
  • Naturally curious, asking questions to fully understand each department's training needs
  • Trustworthy with confidential employee performance and development information


Technical Requirements

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS) to build courses, assign trainings, and track completions
  • Familiarity with instructional design tools and adult learning principles
  • Experience with HRIS or talent management systems used to track career paths and development plans
  • Comfortable building and maintaining reporting/dashboards on training completion, compliance, and program metrics
  • Working knowledge of OSHA and construction-industry safety training requirements, or the ability to quickly learn them


Tasks

  • Partner with department leaders and subject matter experts (SMEs) across the company to identify training needs and design relevant courses and programs
  • Develop, update, and maintain a company-wide training curriculum covering technical, safety, leadership, and professional development topics
  • Design and implement career path frameworks for field and office roles, in partnership with HR and department leadership
  • Partner closely with HR on talent development initiatives, including succession planning, performance-linked development plans, and high-potential employee programs
  • Directly supervise and develop the Instructional Designer and Safety Trainer, providing coaching, workload direction, and performance management
  • Oversee the Instructional Designer's work building courses, e-learning modules, and training materials
  • Oversee the Safety Trainer's work delivering and maintaining safety training programs and certifications
  • Ensure the team maintains accurate, up-to-date training records, including completions, certifications, and renewal dates
  • Track and report on employee progress along established career paths and development plans
  • Manage the implementation, scheduling, and logistics of training programs company-wide
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and career path initiatives, using data to recommend improvements
  • Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), including course assignments, completion tracking, and reporting
  • Develop and manage the L&D budget in partnership with HR
  • Stay current on adult learning best practices and construction-industry training and regulatory requirements
  • Communicate training expectations, schedules, and resources to employees and leadership across the company


Experience and Education

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field required; equivalent combination of experience and education considered •
  • Experience: 3-5 years of experience in learning and development, training management, or organizational development, including experience leading or managing a team; construction, industrial, or manufacturing industry experience preferred
  • Software: Learning Management System (LMS) administration; Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
  • Additional: Instructional design or adult learning theory background preferred; SHRM-CP, ATD-CI, or similar credential a plus; based primarily at company headquarters


Additional Job Information

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite

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