Apprenticeship Program Manager

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the apprenticeship program, ensuring quality delivery of all training components and apprentice support services
• Lead and develop a team of Senior Apprenticeship Coordinators, Apprenticeship Coordinators, and support staff
• Oversee apprentice recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to meet project demands
• Cookordinate with field operations to manage apprentice rotations, assignments, and progression across project sites
• Ensure program compliance with state and federal apprenticeship standards and regulations
• Manage relationships with training partners, technical schools, and educational institutions
• Monitor apprentice performance, retention rates, and completion metrics
• Collaborate with the Director on workforce planning, providing ground-level insights on apprentice readiness and capacity
• Oversee curriculum development and delivery standards with the training team
• Manage program budget, resources, and vendor relationships for training materials and services
• Cookordinate with HR on apprentice compensation, benefits, and progression adjustments
• Lead regular meetings with superintendents and field management to address apprentice performance and development needs
• Ensure accurate maintenance of RAPIDS and all required documentation systems
• Partner with the Program Data Coordinator on data collection and program reporting
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives based on program metrics and stakeholder feedback
• Represent the apprenticeship program at industry events, career fairs, and partner meetings
• Support IRA project planning by providing apprentice availability and readiness assessments

Education And Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Construction Management, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in workforce development, apprenticeship programs, or technical education
• 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-site programs or operations
• Strong knowledge of utility scale solar construction and trade progression requirements
• Experience with federal and state apprenticeship regulations and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in program management tools, RAPIDS, and learning management systems
• Strong budget management and resource allocation skills
• Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
• Outstanding communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders from apprentices to executives
• Prowess in data-driven decision making and performance management
• Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into operational plans