Learning and Development Senior Manager

Socket.dev; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarships

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Helix Electric is seeking a Senior Manager, Learning & Development to champion enterprise-wide developmental needs, set learning strategy and drive programs that elevate organizational capability and performance. You will partner with executives to design solutions, oversee governance and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Head of Learning and Organizational Development, you will lead cross-functional initiatives, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality program delivery

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of learning and/or leadership development experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Learning and Development, Organizational Development, Education, Business or related field.
• Ability to partner with executive leaders to translate business priorities into tangible people development initiatives and execute accordingly.
• Experience leading large-scale or enterprise learning/leadership development programs and initiatives.
• Experience managing projects, priorities, resources and budgets across multiple workstreams.
• Experience leading, coaching or supervising team members, project teams or cross-functional contributors.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite; tech-savvy; agility in learning new systems and software.
• Construction industry experience (or manufacturing, engineering, or construction adjacent) preferred.
• Experience with course authoring tools (Articulate 360 including Rise & Storyline, Camtasia) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of learning strategy, priorities and solutions aligned to business and organizational capability needs.
• Design and develop learning and leadership development programs, curriculum, and instructional materials in partnership with subject matter experts and external vendors.
• Collaborate with L&OD and the extended Learning and Development team to leverage existing resources, learning technologies and LMS capabilities.
• Monitor training activities, manage content and recommend solutions based on business needs.
• Measure the effectiveness of L&OD programs and use insights to improve impact, efficiency and learner experience.
• Partner with the Head of L&OD and business leaders on initiatives related to assessment, development, talent planning, succession support and career pathing.
• Lead key learning programs, including planning, prioritization, scheduling, resource coordination and budget oversight.
• Manage internal and external resources to support the development and delivery of training.
• Travel as needed to regional offices, jobsites, meetings, and training events- ~ 30%.

Skills

Learning strategy

Leadership development

Project management

Stakeholder management

Curriculum design

Instructional design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/OD/Education

Tools

Articulate 360

Rise

Storyline

Camtasia

Job description

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Manager, Learning & Development will champion Helix Electric efforts to assess enterprise-wide developmental needs, set learning strategy and drive training initiatives that build organizational capability and business performance. This individual will be responsible for actively identifying opportunities, creatively designing solutions and implementing effective methods to educate, upskill, and enhance performance across the organization.

Reporting to the Head of Learning and Organizational Development, the Senior Manager, Learning & Development will collaborate with business units to lead project deliverables and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives. This role will maintain high-quality standards in development for all methods of program delivery, while also providing leadership, governance, and oversight for key learning programs, initiatives and resources.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the development and execution of learning strategy, priorities and solutions aligned to business and organizational capability needs
• Design and develop learning and leadership development programs, curriculum, and instructional materials in partnership with subject matter experts and external vendors
• Collaborate with L&OD and the extended Learning and Development team to leverage existing resources, learning technologies and LMS capabilities
• Monitor training activities, manage content and recommend solutions based on business needs

• Ability to measure the effectiveness for L&OD programs and use insights to improve impact, efficiency and learner experience
• Partner with the Head of L&OD and business leaders on initiatives related to assessment, development, talent planning, succession support and career pathing
• Lead key learning programs, including planning, prioritization, scheduling, resource coordination and budget oversight
• Manage internal and external resources to support the development and delivery of training
• Support ad hoc projects and organizational initiatives as needed
• Travel as needed to regional offices, jobsites, meetings, and training events- ~ 30%

Design

• Design high quality, sustainable learning and leadership development solutions across a variety of formats, leveraging technology and external resources where appropriate
• Conduct needs assessments and collaborate with subject matter experts, business leaders and instructional designers on content development
• Align learning approaches with course objectives, learner needs and business outcomes
• Ensure learning solutions reflect strong adult learning principles, consistency, scalability, and measurable outcomes

Training Delivery

• Establish credibility with field operations, operations management, the executive team and support service groups
• Facilitate learning experiences that engage participants and support skill development
• Deliver learning events in areas of proficiency, including behavioral, leadership, and professional development topic
• Coach facilitators, presenters, and internal subject matter experts to strengthen training effectiveness

Manage Learning Programs

• Oversee key learning offerings and programs, on-site and virtual event planning, and the scheduling of learning activities
• Coordinate dependencies across L&OD projects and programs to support on-time delivery and effective use of resources
• Proactively communicate risks, issues and changes affecting deliverables, funding or direction
• Evaluate programs and implement improvements based on feedback, outcomes and business needs

Learning Technology

• Use the LMS to manage training administration and learner data, compliance and certifications
• Develop and test innovative learning solutions within the LMS to improve value and efficiency

• Recommend improvements to learning systems, tools and reporting capabilities

COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic thinking and alignment of learning priorities to business objectives
• Consulting, influencing and relationship-building across all levels of the organization
• Leadership presence, sound judgment and ability to lead through ambiguity and change
• Strong design judgment and commitment to high-quality learning experiences
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindset
• Effective communication, facilitation and stakeholder management
• Strong project, program and resource management capability

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 8-10 years of learning and/or leadership development experience including developing, implementing and delivering training
• Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Human Resources, Learning and Development, Organizational Development, Education, Business or a related field
• Ability to partner with executive leaders to understand and translate business priorities into tangible people development initiatives and execute accordingly
• Experience leading large-scale or enterprise learning/leadership development programs and initiatives
• Experience managing projects, priorities, resources and budgets across multiple workstreams
• Experience leading, coaching or supervising team members, project teams or cross-functional contributors
• Experience performing in a fast-paced environment with measurable results
• Proficient with MS Office Suite; tech-savvy; agility in learning new systems and software
• Construction industry experience (or manufacturing, engineering, or construction adjacent) preferred
• Experience with course authoring tools (Articulate 360 including Rise & Storyline, Camtasia) preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

N (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation

O (Occasionally) - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

• Bending - O
• Climbing - N
• Crawling - N
• Hearing - C
• Lifting - Up to 15 lbs
• Reach Outward - O
• Reach Above Shoulder - O
• Standing - F
• Sitting - C
• Talking - C
• Squat/Kneel - O
• Walking - O

The starting base pay for this role is between USD $133,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits. Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tax Savings Accounts - FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarships

Helix Electric is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity in our workforce. It is our policy to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or status as a Special Disabled Veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran or other qualifying veteran. Diverse employees/candidates are encouraged to respond. Helix Electric is committed to developing and maintaining a workplace which reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled/VEVRAA Federal Contractor.