Learning and Development Manager

Summary

The Learning & Development Manager will oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of learning programs that strengthen the skills and performance of our office personnel, with occasional support for field personnel. Responsibilities include assessing training needs, selecting and implementing effective learning solutions, managing training logistics, and measuring outcomes to ensure lasting impact.

What you’ll do:

Identify the training needs of our employees:

• Partner with leaders to align learning priorities with company objectives and strategic goals.
• Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to determine critical skills requirements.
• Administer and interpret competency, behavioral, and assessment tools to inform development planning.

Assess and deploy effective training methodologies:

• Leverage diverse learning approaches including e-learning, workshops, coaching, OJT, and external programs.
• Collaborate with management and SMEs to design and deliver engaging, customized training content.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend external providers for live, virtual, or on-demand learning experiences.
• Manage training delivery logistics, including scheduling, venues, enrollment, and completion tracking.
• Maintain and optimize the Learning Management System (LMS); recommend new systems or enhancements as needed.

Assess effectiveness of training:

• Gather and analyze participant feedback to measure program impact.
• Define KPIs and success metrics to evaluate knowledge transfer and skills improvement.
• Continuously refine programs based on evaluation results and business outcomes.

Educate employees on developmental opportunities:

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and employee growth.
• Partner with Marketing and leadership to create campaigns that showcase development initiatives.
• Support HR and managers in mapping career paths, identifying critical skills, and recommending development opportunities.
• Contribute to employee recognition initiatives.

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Education, Human Resources, Business, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in learning and development. Experience in the construction industry strongly preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPTD or CPTM are a plus.
• Proven ability to design, deliver, and manage training programs using multiple modalities.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and learning technologies.
• Analytical skills to assess training effectiveness and ROI.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities with experience managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Familiarity with cloud-based tools, webinars, and video editing (preferred).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

FourGen Holdings is the parent of a family of companies in the electrical and renewable energy industries, which includes Continental Electrical Construction Co, Continental Energy Solutions, and Electrical Energy Experts. Our commitment to innovation and quality is rooted in four generations of family ownership and over 900 employees.

Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company is the number one commercial electrical construction company in Chicagoland, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. Our expertise covers commercial, healthcare, hospitality, industrial and institutional facilities, mission critical data centers, and structured cabling.

Focused on helping commercial customers maximize energy savings while reducing the size of their carbon footprint, Continental Energy Solutions designs, engineers, installs, monitors, and maintains solar arrays, solar plus battery storage, and full microgrid solutions.

Electrical Energy Experts supplies the finest electrical testing, engineering, and predictive maintenance services for low, medium, and high voltage electrical distribution systems across the country.

Working for FourGen Holdings provides:

• Assistance, tools, and resources for success
• A collaborative, engaging and respectful workplace
• Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development
• A value based working environment:

E: Everyone United

N: Nurture Communication

E: Enforce Accountability

R: Relationships Matter

G: Growth and Development

Y: You Make the Difference

FourGen Holdings offers a competitive salary that may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a rich benefits program that includes medical insurance with a generous company subsidy and HRA; dental and vision; 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of salary deferrals; profit sharing; retirement benefit; company-provided life and disability insurance; liberal paid time off including PTO, paid holidays, parental leave and volunteer time off; tuition assistance; and company subsidized wellness programs.

FourGen Holdings is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest or conviction record, source of income or credit history.