Senior Training and Development Specialist

Granite Construction • Watsonville, CA

71d • $102,749 - $196,703

About The Position

This position is responsible for the delivery, and assisting with the development, of companywide learning programs that are in alignment with the strategic objectives of the company. This role is open to candidates near any Granite office in California.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in human resources, organizational development, behavioral science or similar area of study required
• 7+ years progressive experience in training program assessment, analysis, design and delivery
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Proven experience in creating and delivering informal and formal learning solutions and utilize learning metrics/analytics to measure the impact of them
• Excellent project management skills along with a demonstrated high level of proficiency with MS Office Suite and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Strong knowledge of Talent Mgt. process and ability to assist with the creation and implementation of the process
• Strong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to provide creative solutions to real-time challenges with consistent follow through
• Attention to detail/accuracy, quick learner and internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent written/oral communication and facilitation skills to effectively disseminate information and convey concepts, ideas and information to all levels of employees
• Ability to set priorities, organize work and work in high production environment while responding quickly and effectively under pressure, changing priorities and tight timelines/deadlines
• Team player who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment
• Ability to apply a systematic process to analyze/identify performance gaps and create solutions to close them, shift individuals, teams, and organizations from current state to desired state, and improve others' ability to set goals, take action, and maximize strengths

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree a plus
• Prior construction industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Conducts company training and development needs assessments & analysis to determine training solutions
• Assists with the design/development and delivery of company training programs to meet the needs of the organization and improve employee performance
• Reviews availability and evaluates applicability of outside training resources for possible internal utilization
• Evaluates initiatives (as assigned) and provides both qualitative and quantitative feedback regarding the impact of the initiatives on reaction, learning, behavior, performance, and/or business results to determine the effectiveness of initiatives
• Provides implementation support of companywide initiatives e.g. Six Sigma, Safety, Culture, etc. to improve company performance and meet business objectives
• Works with HR Managers on talent management functions to ensure the development of employees to meet business needs, this may include: Competencies, Performance Standards/Measurements, Development/Learning Plans, Career Pathing & Succession Planning
• Updates and maintains training manuals, and other training materials, to ensure accuracy and a professional presentation
• As needed, assists Training/OD Coordinator with training administrative tasks including, but not limited to; training reports/tracking/coordination, etc., to support the companies training needs and to ensure a positive customer experience

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness
• 100% of the premium paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents for PPO medical plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees