Instructional Designer

Description

The PENTA Building Group is searching for an Instructional Designer to join their team in Las Vegas, NV or Phoenix, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop instructor-led, virtual, blended, and e-learning training programs using adult learning principles.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts; including project managers, superintendents, and field supervisors, to identify training needs and create effective learning solutions.
• Develop engaging learning materials, including e-learning modules, job aids, videos, quick reference guides, and assessments for classroom, virtual and jobsite learning.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on learner feedback and business needs.
• Manage multiple learning projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Ensure learning content reflects current company processes, procedures, jobsite standards, and branding guidelines.
• Absorb and administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including uploading courses, maintaining learning paths, managing enrollments, tracking certifications, and supporting learner records.
• Collaborate effectively with other team members across the company.
• Partner closely with Safety and Operations teams and visit active jobsites to observe training delivery and gather field input.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating the competence needed to complete them effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in instructional design, e-learning development, or corporate training.
• Bilingual (Spanish) both written and verbally a plus, but not required.
• Experience working with or supporting a Learning Management System (LMS) preferred.
• Experience with e-learning authoring and multimedia tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline/Rise, Easygenerator, etc.) and Microsoft 365.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Construction, industrial, or field-based training experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled in multimedia development tools and various training platforms and methods.
• Ability to translate technical, safety, and field procedures into clear, practical training for audiences with varying experience and literacy level.
• Comfortable working directly with field personnel and adapting training delivery to jobsite conditions.
• Ability to evaluate, research and select training options and alternatives.
• Proficient in designing and implementing effective training and development programs.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Time on active construction jobsites, requiring compliance with site-specific safety protocols and PPE requirements.