Kwest Manager of Learning and Development Position Description

Position: Manager of Learning and Development

Reports to: Director of Equipment Operations

Job Description Overview

As the Manager of Learning and Development, you will play a key role in developing and overseeing our Training Team and programs for individuals aspiring to become skilled craftsmen in the construction industry. This position requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in construction trades, education, and program management. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing effective apprenticeship initiatives, ensuring the development of highly skilled and safety-conscious construction professionals.

Responsibilities

• Program Development:
  • Design, develop, and implement apprenticeship programs that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with construction trade experts to create a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on training experiences.
• Recruitment and Selection:
  • Develop and execute strategies for recruiting apprentices, ensuring a diverse and talented pool of candidates.
  • Oversee the selection process, assessing candidates for suitability and potential.
• Training Coordination:
  • Coordinate and schedule classroom instruction, on-the-job training, and practical experiences.
  • Collaborate with industry professionals and internal trainers to deliver high-quality educational content.
• Mentorship and Guidance:
  • Establish mentorship programs to connect apprentices with experienced craftsmen.
  • Provide guidance and support to apprentices throughout their training journey.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Emphasize and enforce safety protocols in all training activities.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing apprenticeship programs.
• Performance Evaluation:
  • Develop and implement assessment tools to evaluate apprentice progress and competency.
  • Provide constructive feedback and support for apprentices' professional development.
• Relationship Management:
  • Cultivate strong relationships with construction industry partners and educational institutions.
  • Collaborate with external organizations to enhance apprenticeship opportunities and resources.
• Administration:
  • Collaborate with ABC - Northern Ohio and the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) on program requirements.
  • Register team members in NCCER’s Registry and Testing systems.
  • Maintain and track team members’ progress.
  • Administer testing, evaluations, and assessments; and maintain required records.
  • Oversee NCCER instructor, assessor and evaluator training and qualification.
  • Maintain training records to meet NCCER Accredited Assessment Center requirements.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and apprenticeship best practices to continually improve program offerings.
  • Plan departmental/functional training budget and forecast costs as required by organizational planning and budgeting systems.
• Learning Management System (LMS) Administration:
  • Oversee the administration and maintenance of the LMS, ensuring accurate tracking of employee training records.
  • Stay abreast of LMS updates and features to optimize its use.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Education, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in construction trades and apprenticeship program management.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Contribution to shaping the next generation of skilled construction professionals.
• Positive and collaborative work environment.

Kwest Group Mission Statement

It is our goal to provide each client with unsurpassed results in target geographical areas through exceptional project management supported by a highly trained and motivated team utilizing the best resources, with safety having priority over all competing objectives. To accomplish this, we recruit and retain the best employees in our industry while maintaining a focus on diversity and stakeholder satisfaction. At all levels, Kwest Group will continually strive to be the leader in the construction industry with our core values being safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

About Kwest Group

Kwest Group is a self-performing civil site construction firm, nationally recognized as an industry leader in safety by Assoc. Builders & Contractors, as well as being Marathon Petroleum’s Contractor of the year in 2016, with operations in the energy, petrochemical, rail, & federal markets. At Kwest Group, we enjoy being an employee-owned company (ESOP), sharing the highest core values of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are committed to our team members and the work they do, giving them the tools, they need to succeed and grow with us, while ensuring the highest degree of safety for our associates, project stakeholders, and the public. We offer a remarkable safety program that has resulted in over 4.8 million man-hours worked without a lost time incident and includes a wellness program with rich benefits.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO

Kwest Group maintains a policy of non-discrimination for all employees and applicants in every facet of the company’s operations. In compliance with federal and state laws, Kwest Group recruits, hires, trains, and promotes all qualified employees, in all job titles, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, veteran status or genetic information.