Manager - Learning & Development Programs New Green Bay, WI ; Madison, WI ; Milwaukee, WI ; Neenah, WI

Michels; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Life benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Disability Insurance

Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan

Legal Plan

Job summary

Michels is seeking a Manager – Learning and Development Programs to own and optimize enterprise L&D across the organization. You will lead strategy, development, and implementation of leadership and professional development initiatives, partnering with leaders, HR, and SMEs to turn business needs into impactful learning experiences.

You will focus on ownership of existing programs, drive consistency and effectiveness, and help elevate Michels’ leadership capabilities through curriculum design,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in Learning & Development or related field.
• Experience leading enterprise L&D programs: selection, curriculum, facilitation.
• Designing and implementing leadership and professional development programs.
• Strong facilitation and group leadership for diverse audiences.
• People leadership: coaching, priorities, performance, accountability.
• Partner with leaders and HR to align solutions with business priorities.
• Knowledge of adult learning, instructional design, leadership development.
• Relationship building, project management, analytics, communication.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% across Michels locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, development, and continuous improvement of L&D programs.
• Collaborate with leaders, HR, and SMEs to translate business needs into learning.
• Oversee leadership development, management training, and professional programs.
• Measure program impact and use data to optimize learner experience.
• Design curricula for new leadership and professional development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership development

Curriculum design

Facilitation

Project management

Data-informed decision making

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

10+ years in Learning & Development

Job description

Improving America's infrastructure isn't for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to deliver high-impact projects. At Michels, more than 8,000 employees and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment are united by an unwavering commitment to excellence. Our work improves lives and strengthens communities. Discover how a career as a Manager – Learning and Development Programs can make an impact.

The Manager – Learning and Development Programs will be the strategic program owner for all of our existing programs. This role will also play a key role in developing programs that help our team members and leaders grow, perform, and build successful careers at Michels. This role will lead the strategy, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of learning and development programs across the organization. You’ll partner with leaders, HR, and subject matter experts to turn business needs into meaningful development experiences.

This role will initially focus on taking ownership of and optimizing existing learning and development programs, ensuring they are delivered consistently, effectively, and in alignment with business needs. The Manager – Learning and Development Programs will oversee key initiatives such as leadership development, management training, and professional development programs, managing program timelines, communications, logistics, facilitator coordination, learning resources, and learning reinforcement and knowledge retention strategies. Working closely with leaders, HR, internal subject matter experts, and external partners, this individual will evaluate program effectiveness through participation, feedback, and other measures of impact, using data and insights to continuously improve the learner’s experience. As Michels continues to evolve, the Manager – Learning and Development Programs will lead the design, development, and implementation of new program curricula for leadership and professional development programs that align with organizational culture, leadership expectations, and business goals. The position will also stay current on learning trends and adult learning practices, collaborate with the Learning and Development Team to determine effective delivery methods and digital solutions to maximize the programs, and support enterprise-wide talent development initiatives and special projects.

Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why You?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You pride yourself on your planning and organizational skills
• You exceed in your ability to handle multiple projects at once

What It Takes:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Leadership Development, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related area (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Experience managing enterprise learning and leadership development programs, including participant selection, curriculum alignment, facilitation, leader engagement, and program measurement.
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and implementing leadership and professional development programs for team members at all levels of the organization, from emerging leaders to senior/executive leadership.
• Strong facilitation and group leadership skills, with experience delivering training, workshops, and leadership development programs to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching and developing team members, setting priorities, managing performance, and driving accountability.
• Experience partnering with leaders and HR to assess development needs and implement learning solutions aligned with business priorities.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, leadership development, and talent development practices.
• Strong relationship building, project management, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 20% to facilitate learning programs, support leadership development initiatives, and partner with leaders and team members across Michels locations is required.