Staff Training Specialist
Black & Veatch, Overland Park, KS, United States
Job Summary
The Staff Training Specialist supports the planning, coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of all Construction Staff Training Academies and onboarding programs. In addition to managing training logistics and learner support, this role facilitates and delivers selected training content within staff academies and construction onboarding programs. Working under the direction of the Training Leader, the coordinator helps ensure training programs are executed consistently, professionally, and at a high standard. The coordinator serves as both a program delivery support and an active trainer, contributing to learner engagement and workforce readiness across Operations, Site Management, Superintendents, Coordinators, Field Office Managers, Materials Managers, and tool superusers (i.e., InEight). Responsibilities include coordinating logistics, managing academy schedules, session calendars, class rosters, and facilitator assignments, and serving as a primary point of contact for learners regarding schedules, expectations, and overall learning experience. The role also supports new staff onboarding programs by coordinating sessions, materials, and participant communications.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate and deliver assigned training modules (or digital tools specialized training as assigned) within staff academies and construction onboarding programs, modeling effective facilitation practices and contributing to a professional, engaging learning environment.
Support instructors and subject‑matter experts by co‑facilitating sessions and reinforcing key learning objectives while managing attendance, timing, and session flow.
Deliver standardized content to ensure consistency across locations and training cycles.
Coordinate guest instructors, SMEs, and cross‑functional contributors and prepare classrooms, materials, technology, and digital access for in‑person, virtual, and hybrid sessions.
Distribute training materials, job aids, and pre‑work to participants.
Communicate schedules, confirmations, reminders, and follow‑up materials and provide direct support to learners before, during, and after training sessions.
Escalate learner needs, risks, or improvement opportunities to the Training Leader and collect learner feedback to identify engagement or comprehension issues.
Curriculum & Content Support
Assist with maintaining and updating training materials, presentations, and job aids ensuring instructional materials are current, accurate, and accessible.
Assist with reporting and evaluation of training effectiveness, providing feedback on curriculum effectiveness based on facilitation and learner interaction.
Track attendance, completions, and LMS progress for academies and onboarding programs.
Management Responsibilities
Individual Contributor
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a leadership, training, instructional, or construction operations role.
Open shop and/or union experience required. Direct Hire experience required for Direct Hire assignments.
Extensive hands‑on experience in construction, project management, or industrial field operations.
Strong knowledge of AWP/WFP, work packaging principles, and field execution processes.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills across diverse audiences (craft, supervision, engineering).
Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) for tracking, reporting, and delivering training.
Ability to create, edit, and deliver digital training materials using presentation, document, and spreadsheet tools.
Familiarity with virtual training platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx).
Strong general computer literacy, including file management, digital communication, and basic troubleshooting.
Experience using or adapting instructional technology tools such as projectors, smart boards, online testing systems, or content‑authoring tools.
Ability to work, communicate, and deliver instruction effectively in both in‑person and remote environments.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years field operations or equivalent experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Education, Engineering, or related field.
Prior experience mentoring training professionals.
Experience developing curriculum or leveraging adult learning methodologies.
Certifications such as Certified WorkFace Planner or AWP University are highly desirable.
Experience delivering training in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and analytical skills.
Ability to influence without direct authority and lead cross‑functional initiatives.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Office based role with minimum 20% travel for on‑site training, coordination, or field engagement.
Salary Plan
CNS: Construction Services
Job Grade
015
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes medical, dental, and vision insurances, disability coverage, a robust wellness program, flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Black & Veatch Corporation complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
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The Staff Training Specialist supports the planning, coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of all Construction Staff Training Academies and onboarding programs. In addition to managing training logistics and learner support, this role facilitates and delivers selected training content within staff academies and construction onboarding programs. Working under the direction of the Training Leader, the coordinator helps ensure training programs are executed consistently, professionally, and at a high standard. The coordinator serves as both a program delivery support and an active trainer, contributing to learner engagement and workforce readiness across Operations, Site Management, Superintendents, Coordinators, Field Office Managers, Materials Managers, and tool superusers (i.e., InEight). Responsibilities include coordinating logistics, managing academy schedules, session calendars, class rosters, and facilitator assignments, and serving as a primary point of contact for learners regarding schedules, expectations, and overall learning experience. The role also supports new staff onboarding programs by coordinating sessions, materials, and participant communications.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate and deliver assigned training modules (or digital tools specialized training as assigned) within staff academies and construction onboarding programs, modeling effective facilitation practices and contributing to a professional, engaging learning environment.
Support instructors and subject‑matter experts by co‑facilitating sessions and reinforcing key learning objectives while managing attendance, timing, and session flow.
Deliver standardized content to ensure consistency across locations and training cycles.
Coordinate guest instructors, SMEs, and cross‑functional contributors and prepare classrooms, materials, technology, and digital access for in‑person, virtual, and hybrid sessions.
Distribute training materials, job aids, and pre‑work to participants.
Communicate schedules, confirmations, reminders, and follow‑up materials and provide direct support to learners before, during, and after training sessions.
Escalate learner needs, risks, or improvement opportunities to the Training Leader and collect learner feedback to identify engagement or comprehension issues.
Curriculum & Content Support
Assist with maintaining and updating training materials, presentations, and job aids ensuring instructional materials are current, accurate, and accessible.
Assist with reporting and evaluation of training effectiveness, providing feedback on curriculum effectiveness based on facilitation and learner interaction.
Track attendance, completions, and LMS progress for academies and onboarding programs.
Management Responsibilities
Individual Contributor
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a leadership, training, instructional, or construction operations role.
Open shop and/or union experience required. Direct Hire experience required for Direct Hire assignments.
Extensive hands‑on experience in construction, project management, or industrial field operations.
Strong knowledge of AWP/WFP, work packaging principles, and field execution processes.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills across diverse audiences (craft, supervision, engineering).
Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) for tracking, reporting, and delivering training.
Ability to create, edit, and deliver digital training materials using presentation, document, and spreadsheet tools.
Familiarity with virtual training platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx).
Strong general computer literacy, including file management, digital communication, and basic troubleshooting.
Experience using or adapting instructional technology tools such as projectors, smart boards, online testing systems, or content‑authoring tools.
Ability to work, communicate, and deliver instruction effectively in both in‑person and remote environments.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years field operations or equivalent experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Education, Engineering, or related field.
Prior experience mentoring training professionals.
Experience developing curriculum or leveraging adult learning methodologies.
Certifications such as Certified WorkFace Planner or AWP University are highly desirable.
Experience delivering training in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and analytical skills.
Ability to influence without direct authority and lead cross‑functional initiatives.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Office based role with minimum 20% travel for on‑site training, coordination, or field engagement.
Salary Plan
CNS: Construction Services
Job Grade
015
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes medical, dental, and vision insurances, disability coverage, a robust wellness program, flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Black & Veatch Corporation complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
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