Workforce Development Manager

Turner Construction Company; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction in Augusta, GA seeks an Experienced Workforce Development Manager to lead regional programs that develop skilled trades talent for local projects.

You will coordinate training, engage community partners and subcontractors, monitor progress, and align workforce initiatives with project goals while ensuring compliance with OFCCP and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher with 8+ years of related experience.
• Familiarity with local laws and Federal regulations, OFCCP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage execution of workforce development programs aligned with project needs.
• Lead specific workforce development plans during project pursuit and preconstruction.
• Oversee program goals, planning, reporting, and training functions.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and community organizations for program buy-in.
• Coordinate outreach to diverse populations and underrepresented groups for training opportunities.
• Collaborate with project teams, unions, and agencies to align programs with workforce needs.
• Support ongoing development of client-led workforce initiatives and STAR program.
• Identify employment opportunities for program graduates and track outcomes.

Skills

Workforce development

Community outreach

Stakeholder relations

Program management

Training programs

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Division: Augusta

Project Location(s): Augusta, GA 30901 USA

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Job Family: Community and Citizenship

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings.

Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness.

Position Description

Manage workforcedevelopment programs for regional and local businessunit projects.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Manage execution of workforce (people) development programs based on local social conditions and economic requirements, aligned with project, client, and/or business unit objectives.
• Lead specific Workforce Development plan as part of project pursuit and implement as part of preconstruction phase.
• Oversee program goals and measures, communication/planning activities, status/results reporting, training, and other functions as required.
• Manage relationships with subcontractor community for greater buy-in of workforce development plan and effective placement of participants in local project.
• Manage outreach efforts with diverse populations and other underrepresented groups to participate in skills- based career training and gain hands-on work experience in construction industry.
• Enhance partnerships with local/regional community organizations, schools, pre-apprenticeship programs, unions, and city, state and Federal agencies for proactive identification of training opportunities.
• Leverage local community organization relationships to create and sustain pipeline for project.
• In partnership with project team, monitor program participation and progress to goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop information about workforce development programs and promote to external community.
• The position will support the development, coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Skilled Trades and Readiness Client Led Program, a short-term workforce training initiative designed to develop a pipeline of trained, qualified, entry-level talent prepared for employment within the construction industry.
• Lead and coordinate the planning and implementation of the Client's WF Program to develop a sustainable pipeline of trained, job-ready candidates for construction and skilled trades opportunities.
• Build awareness of careers in construction and skilled trades and create clear pathways for individuals interested in entering the industry.
• Identify and engage prospective participants through relationships with community organizations, workforce development agencies, educational institutions, and other community partners.
• Coordinate training opportunities that provide participants with foundational knowledge, skills, and exposure relevant to construction trade occupations.
• Collaborate with project teams, general contractors, trade partners, workforce organizations, and training providers to align Client's WF programming with current and anticipated workforce needs.
• Work with project trade partners and other employers to identify employment opportunities for Client's WF Program graduates who successfully complete program requirements.
• Support the ongoing development and expansion of the STAR Program by identifying lessons learned, successful practices, workforce needs, and opportunities to replicate or scale the program across projects and communities.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher from accredited degree program and minimum 8 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience; recommended majors include, but not limited to Liberal Arts, Communication, Marketing, Sociology, Non-Profit, Public Affairs, Social Outreach, or similar degree program
• Familiarity with local laws and Federal regulations, OFCCP, compliance and familiarity with