McKinstry

Manager, Craft Functional Training

McKinstry • $98K — $151K *
Seattle, WA 98115In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of general foreman level trade experience with credible hands-on craft knowledge
  • 5+ years of experience in delivering training or facilitation
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills, adaptable to different learning styles
  • Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) for tracking training records
  • Working knowledge of union environments and job-site safety requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
  • Ability to engage trade audiences effectively and adapt delivery to field conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Create and deliver training sessions for field leadership and workforce development
  • Schedule training with trade leadership to minimize field operation disruptions
  • Facilitate hands-on demonstrations and reinforce learning in craft work
  • Manage trade specific facilitators and maintain connections with craft leaders
  • Track training participation and maintain accurate records
  • Gather feedback on training effectiveness for program improvements
  • Ensure training logistics and materials meet standards and safety requirements.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
  • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Transgender inclusive benefits
  • Commuter benefits
  • Pet insurance
  • Paid community service time through 'Building Good'
  • Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
  • Onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity with McKinstry

This position delivers McKinstry's field leadership and craft workforce development training to trade personnel across projects and regions. The Trainer develops and deploys curriculum and learning content in the field, ensuring trade teams build the leadership and technical competencies needed to perform safely and effectively. This role partners closely with the Labor Workforce Development Program Director and trade leadership to schedule, deliver, and reinforce training where the work happens.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

Training Delivery & Deployment
  • Create and deliver field leadership and craft workforce development training to trade personnel using McKinstry curriculum, in classroom, virtual, and onsite job settings.
  • Schedule and coordinate training sessions with trade superintendents and project leadership to minimize disruption to field operations.
  • Facilitate hands-on demonstrations and reinforce learning in the field to ensure concepts of transfer to day-to-day craft work.

Build Plan and Task Based Labor Plan Facilitation
  • Manage trade specific facilitators across the C-DIV.
  • Maintain a regular connection with craft and staff leaders within each C-DIV business unit to support the success of the Build Plan and Task Based Labor Plan programs.
  • Receive and vet feedback on the processes, incorporating small improvements when practical and elevating continuous improvement opportunities to the OpEx team as appropriate.

Craft Workforce Development Support
  • Support trade personnel in building leadership and craft competencies, providing coaching and guidance during and after training.
  • Track participation, completion, and competency progress, maintaining accurate training records in McKinstry systems.

Program Execution & Feedback
  • Gather participant and field-leadership feedback on training effectiveness and relay it to the Labor Workforce Development Program Director and curriculum owners to inform program improvements.
  • Ensure training materials, equipment, and logistics are prepared, and that sessions are conducted in line with established standards and safety requirements.

Collaboration
  • Partner with the Functional Training cohort, Labor Relations, and trade leadership to align delivery with workforce needs and maintain consistency across regions and trades.


What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry
  • Facilitation Skill: Engages trade audiences effectively and adapts delivery to different learning styles and field conditions.
  • Craft Credibility: Earns trust of trade personnel through hands-on field experience and practical knowledge.
  • Training Outcomes: Achieves strong documented completion rates, positive participant feedback, and demonstrated competency gains. To include accurate certification tracking.
  • Adaptability: Works effectively across union and non-union environments and adjusts to varying project sites and schedules.
  • Collaboration: Coordinates smoothly with trade leadership and the program team to deploy training without disrupting field work.
  • Engagement: Best in class workforce engagement scores.
  • 12+ years general foreman level trade experience with credible hands-on knowledge of field craft work.
  • 5+ years' experience delivering, instructing, or facilitating training, mentoring, or apprenticeship instruction.
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage trade audiences and adapt to different learning styles.
  • Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and ability to track and report training records.
  • Working knowledge of unionized labor environments, trade practices, and job-site safety requirements.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).


PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:
  • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
  • Transgender inclusive benefits
  • Commuter benefits
  • Pet insurance
  • "Building Good" paid community service time
  • Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
  • McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

The pay range for this position is $98,900 - $151,300 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

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About McKinstry

McKinstry is an engineering company specializing in designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining high-performing buildings. Its professional staff and tradespeople deliver consulting, construction, energy, and facility services. As an early adopter of the DBOM process, the company advocates collaborative and sustainable solutions that are designed to ensure occupant comfort, improve systems efficiency, reduce facility operational costs, and ultimately optimize client profitability for the life of their building. McKinstry works with school districts, universities, municipalities, hospitals, and private companies nationwide. Its clients care about long-term planning, saving energy, and driving out waste, and have sophisticated facilities that require nothing but the best. The company was established in 1960 in Seattle, Washington.

McKinstry Careers

Joining McKinstry presents a prime opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, leadership, and diversity training. McKinstry, a leader in designing, constructing, and managing efficient buildings, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to professionals eager to drive sustainable changes in the industry.

Explore Job Opportunities

McKinstry is actively hiring and offers a range of positions that suit different skills and career aspirations. From engineering to project management, McKinstry seeks passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Explore open positions that match your professional interests and skills.

Internship Programs

McKinstry provides robust internship programs designed to foster growth and offer real-world experience in a supportive environment. Internships are a cornerstone of McKinstry’s commitment to professional development, helping interns to enhance their resumes and prepare for full-time roles through hands-on projects and mentorship.

Employee Benefits and Company Culture

McKinstry is dedicated to supporting its team members not only in their professional lives but also in their personal growth and well-being. The company offers competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, alongside opportunities for leadership development and diversity training. The culture at McKinstry is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion, where every team member’s contribution is valued.

Professional Growth and Development

Career growth at McKinstry is propelled by continuous learning and innovation. Employees are encouraged to take leadership roles within projects, participate in networking events, and engage in ongoing education programs. McKinstry supports career advancement through professional development courses and certifications.

Networking and Innovation

At McKinstry, networking and innovation go hand in hand. Employees are encouraged to collaborate across teams and disciplines, driving innovation that leads to industry-leading solutions and practices. McKinstry’s commitment to sustainability and efficient building solutions offers a unique platform for professionals to impact the future of the built environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity training and inclusion are integral to McKinstry’s ethos. The company strives to create a workplace where diverse perspectives are embraced, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed. McKinstry believes that a diverse workforce fosters creativity and innovation, which are critical for leadership in the industry.

Applying for a Position

When applying for a position at McKinstry, candidates are advised to tailor their resumes to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate’s fit within McKinstry’s culture and values.

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5,001 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
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