Senior Field Training Specialist
Gilbane Building, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview
Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Next 150 Construction, a fully owned subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company is seeking a Senior Field Training Specialist to design and deliver hands‑on training programs for field staff in a self‑perform labor environment. This role ensures workforce readiness, safety compliance, and skill development aligned with operational goals. It will sit primarily in the office, but travel to project job sites is required to meet with project teams and subcontractors.
Who are we?
As a Top‑10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who Are You?
You are someone who acts inclusively, shows empathy and treats others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You listen in order to understand and convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self‑starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership while delivering on business outcomes and driving results.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you?
Gilbane offers employees multi‑dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award‑winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you will work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.
Responsibilities
Conduct skills gap analyses and recommend targeted training interventions
Measure training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics; implement improvements as needed
Partner with project managers, superintendents, and HR teams to align training programs with operational goals
Develop and facilitate technical training programs tailored to craft labor workforce (union and non‑union) and field management teams to increase workforce competency and readiness
Create engaging curricula aligned with industry standards, company policies, and project requirements
Utilize a variety of instructional methods, including hands‑on demonstrations, simulations, and digital learning platforms
Develop and implement technical training curricula for craft labor roles
Conduct field‑based training sessions and workshops on tools, equipment, and safety practices
Collaborate with field operations and HR to identify skill gaps and training needs
Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback and performance metrics
Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards
Support onboarding of new hires with foundational technical training
Partner with safety teams to integrate safety protocols into technical instruction
Contribute to the development of career pathways and upskilling initiatives
Qualifications
Key Competencies
Communicate Effectively – Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
Act Inclusively – Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.
Solve Problems – Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.
Demonstrate Agility / Adaptability – Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open‑mindedness to change.
Drive for Results – Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.
Champion Innovation – Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value‑added, unique and differentiated solutions.
Experience / Education
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Construction, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in construction or technical training
OSHA certification or equivalent safety training credentials preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Experience with LMS platforms and training documentation
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team. The pay ranges from $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Next 150 Construction Services has an unwavering focus on safety, the environment and caring about everyone involved in our work.
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
Next 150 Construction Services is not accepting unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters at this time.
Next 150 Construction Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Next 150 Construction, a fully owned subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company is seeking a Senior Field Training Specialist to design and deliver hands‑on training programs for field staff in a self‑perform labor environment. This role ensures workforce readiness, safety compliance, and skill development aligned with operational goals. It will sit primarily in the office, but travel to project job sites is required to meet with project teams and subcontractors.
Who are we?
As a Top‑10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who Are You?
You are someone who acts inclusively, shows empathy and treats others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You listen in order to understand and convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self‑starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership while delivering on business outcomes and driving results.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you?
Gilbane offers employees multi‑dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award‑winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you will work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.
Responsibilities
Conduct skills gap analyses and recommend targeted training interventions
Measure training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics; implement improvements as needed
Partner with project managers, superintendents, and HR teams to align training programs with operational goals
Develop and facilitate technical training programs tailored to craft labor workforce (union and non‑union) and field management teams to increase workforce competency and readiness
Create engaging curricula aligned with industry standards, company policies, and project requirements
Utilize a variety of instructional methods, including hands‑on demonstrations, simulations, and digital learning platforms
Develop and implement technical training curricula for craft labor roles
Conduct field‑based training sessions and workshops on tools, equipment, and safety practices
Collaborate with field operations and HR to identify skill gaps and training needs
Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback and performance metrics
Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards
Support onboarding of new hires with foundational technical training
Partner with safety teams to integrate safety protocols into technical instruction
Contribute to the development of career pathways and upskilling initiatives
Qualifications
Key Competencies
Communicate Effectively – Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
Act Inclusively – Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.
Solve Problems – Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.
Demonstrate Agility / Adaptability – Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open‑mindedness to change.
Drive for Results – Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.
Champion Innovation – Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value‑added, unique and differentiated solutions.
Experience / Education
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Construction, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in construction or technical training
OSHA certification or equivalent safety training credentials preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Experience with LMS platforms and training documentation
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team. The pay ranges from $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Next 150 Construction Services has an unwavering focus on safety, the environment and caring about everyone involved in our work.
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
Next 150 Construction Services is not accepting unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters at this time.
Next 150 Construction Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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