Learning & Development Manager | General Contractor in Madison, Wisconsin at Horizon Construction Group

Build the people who build the future.

We are seeking a Learning & Development Manager who wants to make a meaningful difference in the careers of others and the future of our organization. This is a highly visible opportunity to build a learning strategy that connects employee development with real construction operations, from onboarding and field and project management readiness to leadership development, and long-term career growth.

This is not a role focused on simply scheduling training or delivering off-the-shelf programs. You will work directly with operational leaders, field teams, and subject matter experts to identify what employees need, turn technical knowledge into practical learning, and measure whether that learning is making a difference.

What you will do.

Build the Learning Strategy

• Develop and lead HCG’s learning strategy and annual learning plan.
• Align development priorities with business goals, workforce needs, competency gaps, and available resources.
• Establish practical standards for learning design, delivery, documentation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Manage the learning budget and recommend investments based on business needs and expected impact.

Create Career-Changing Learning Experiences

• Build structured onboarding and role-based learning paths for construction positions and career transitions.
• Clarify early expectations, required knowledge, key relationships, field exposure, and milestones toward independent performance.
• Design practical learning through workshops, job aids, field-based experiences, virtual sessions, instructor-led programs, and self-paced content.
• Transform complex processes and technical knowledge into clear, useful resources employees can apply on the job.

Partner With the People Doing the Work

• Collaborate with field and office leaders, employees, Human Resources, safety, quality, and operational subject matter experts.
• Identify capability gaps and translate them into focused learning solutions.
• Coach leaders and technical experts to become effective trainers, mentors, and facilitators.
• Create train-the-trainer resources that improve consistency and expand HCG’s ability to develop employees.

Lead Programs From Idea to Impact

• Coordinate learning calendars, participants, communications, locations, materials, vendors, and technology.
• Facilitate high-impact learning for employees and leaders.
• Maintain accurate learning records and report participation, completion, outcomes, and follow-up needs.
• Evaluate learning platforms, external partners, and tools that support HCG’s needs.
• Define intended outcomes before programs launch, evaluate application on the job, and make improvements based on evidence.
• Communicate progress, risks, findings, and recommendations clearly to leadership.

Strengthen Culture and Knowledge Sharing

• Build trusted relationships across field and office teams.
• Promote ownership, coaching, mentoring, candid communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure applicable learning programs intentionally reinforce safety and quality expectations.
• Lead HCG-related learning work performed in partnership with the HMS Onboarding and Training Lead, including content development, shared learning practices, implementation, and reinforcement.

What You Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in learning and development, organizational development, education, or a related field. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Progressive experience designing, facilitating, and managing learning programs in a business environment.
• Experience working with operational leaders and subject matter experts to create practical, job-relevant training.
• Experience developing onboarding, role-based learning, career development, leadership development, or train-the-trainer programs.
• Construction industry experience is strongly helpful, particularly experience supporting field or project-based environments.

Work Location and Travel

This position is based in the Madison office, is eligible under the company’s Remote Work Policy, and requires regular travel to HCG offices, jobsites, and training locations. The person in this position must be able to adjust work hours when needed to reach field teams or support scheduled learning events. A valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation are required.

The role works in office, training, and active construction-jobsite environments. Jobsite visits may involve uneven surfaces, stairs, required personal protective equipment, and conditions typical of active construction sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.

Horizon Construction Group is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.