Learning & Development Partner - Field Operations

About the role

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 10,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a consultative partner to the business—working closely with operational leaders, HR Partners, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design and deliver practical, high-impact training.
• Translate real jobsite and business needs into engaging, applicable learning experiences that drive development across both field and office environments.
• Identify skill gaps, partner with SMEs to build relevant, field-ready content, and develop targeted learning solutions.
• Act as a bridge between technical expertise and learning best practices, building strong partnerships to ensure alignment, credibility, and impact.
• Deliver engaging training, facilitate discussions that drive real-world application, and tailor your approach to diverse audiences—from jobsite leaders to experienced professionals.
• Develop learning solutions spanning facilitator-led, blended, and on-demand formats, supported by clear, practical materials.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously refine programs to maximize impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, 5+ years’ experience in Learning and Development or related experience, or equivalent combination.
• Experience in construction or field-based environments required, with strong understanding of construction management workflows and field operations.
• Proven ability to consult with SME’s, Leaders, and HR Partners to translate business needs into training solutions in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage audiences.
• Strong utilization of adult learning principles, instructional design, and talent development strategies.
• Advanced MS Office Suite skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong graphic design ability.
• Certification in instruction design (desired).
• Global Learning and Development Experience (desired).

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, accountable professional who can operate with limited supervision while leveraging L&D expertise paired with construction knowledge to drive growth, enhance performance, and support career development.

Skills

• Construction Knowledge
• Learning Design
• Facilitation Skills
• Adult Learning Principles
• MS Office Suite
• Communication Skills
• Graphic Design Ability
• Instructional Design Certification (Desired)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.
• Family owned and operated.
• Average $5,000 per employee on training each year.
• Opportunities for advancement and career development.
• Commitment to safety and promoting a safe work environment.

Pay

The anticipated salary range is $94,000 - $129,000 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

Travel up to 20% of the year is required. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual's skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Michels?

• Consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors.
• Steady, strategic growth revolving around a commitment to quality.
• Family-owned and operated.
• Average $5,000 per employee on training each year.
• Rewarding hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities.
• Belief in promoting safety, regardless of job titles.
• Comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.

Why you?

• Thrives in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines.
• Relishes new challenges and evolving technology.
• Enjoys collaborating and communicating with teammates.
• Likes to know their efforts are noticed and appreciated.
• Prides themselves on their planning and organizational skills.
• Exceeds in handling multiple projects at once.

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, 5+ years’ experience in Learning and Development or related experience, or equivalent combination.
• Experience in construction or field-based environments required, with strong understanding of construction management workflows and field operations.
• Proven ability to consult with SME’s, Leaders, and HR Partners to translate business needs into training solutions in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage audiences.
• Strong utilization of adult learning principles, instructional design, and talent development strategies.
• Advanced MS Office Suite skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong graphic design ability.
• Certification in instruction design (desired).
• Global Learning and Development Experience (desired).

Expected Salary Range

$94,000 USD - $129,000 USD

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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