Learning and Development Advisor

Graham; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions company in Calgary seeks a Learning & Development Advisor to design and deliver impactful training solutions focused on career development. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to create learning programs using adult learning principles. Qualified candidates should possess a degree in a related field and have 7+ years of instructional design experience. Join a diverse team and contribute to fostering a culture of growth and learning.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in learning and instructional design.
• Experience with competency frameworks or career development models preferred.
• Construction industry experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging learning activities and courses.
• Facilitate training sessions to enhance learning outcomes.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of learning materials.

Skills

Training design and delivery

Adult learning theory

Strong facilitation skills

Visual design

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Articulate 360

Adobe Creative Suite

SuccessFactors

Job description

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Corporate Services team and support our construction operations by applying your expertise to various Corporate Services business initiatives. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Learning & Development Advisor to join our team! In this role, you will support both organizational and individual growth by designing and delivering meaningful, learner-centered solutions. You will collaborate with subject matter experts, business leaders, and employees to build learning programs that integrate adult learning principles, career development pathways, and our competency framework.

This role will be the key point of contact for career development resources, supporting employees and leaders in aligning growth opportunities with organizational priorities. At the same time, you will contribute broadly to the design and delivery of training programs across technical, professional, and leadership domains.

Key Responsibilities

Career Development and Competency Frameworks

• Serve as a subject matter expert and champion for career development tools, frameworks, and resources
• Partner with employees to integrate Graham's competency framework into career paths and development planning
• Develop practical toolkits, resources, and workshops to help employees build clear career development goals and align them with organizational needs
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of development frameworks that connect individual growth with business outcomes

Learning Design and Delivery

• Design and develop engaging learning activities and compelling course content using adult learning principles
• Facilitate virtual and in-person training sessions to drive engagement and outcomes
• Partner with subject matter experts to create quality programs for self-paced and instructor-led delivery (virtual and in-person), including needs assessments, learning objectives, course outlines, and content
• Develop assessments (tests, quizzes, assignments) to measure learning impact and integrate evaluation methods into programs
• Ensure all learning content aligns with organizational standards and competency expectations

Instructional Development and Support

• Conduct quality assurance reviews of all learning materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and effectiveness
• Produce learner resources such as user guides, quick reference tools, and job aids
• Record and edit instructional videos and tutorials
• Provide virtual classroom support in Microsoft Teams or other virtual platforms
• Edit and format documents according to organizational standards

Qualifications

Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong ability to design and deliver training solutions that connect learning with career development and organizational competency frameworks
• Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, and career development practices
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools (Articulate 360) and experience developing both e-learning and instructor-led content is an asset
• Strong facilitation skills across multiple modalities
• Visual design and technical skills (graphic design, animation, AV, simulations, HTML / JavaScript, Adobe Creative Suite) is an asset
• Strong communication skills, with ability to write, edit, and present to diverse audiences
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Experience with SuccessFactors or other talent management systems is an asset.
• Construction industry experience is considered an asset

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Adult Education, Human Resources, Instructional Design, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience in learning and instructional design, with exposure to career development frameworks or competency models preferred

Please include a link to your sample work / portfolio on your résumé. This will be part of the screening process.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.