Senior Learning and Development Specialist

Landmark is a leading provider of engineering, construction, and asset management services for storage solutions in the water, wastewater, power, and industrial markets. We operate throughout North American and have built our reputation on delivering the most challenging projects with a high degree of efficiency and precision.

Challenging the norm and innovating better methods is core to our approach.

The Senior Learning and Development Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and administering organization-wide learning and development programs that support employee effectiveness, workforce readiness, and continuous improvement. This role partners with department leaders and Human Resources to develop structured onboarding frameworks, early-career and internship programs, apprenticeship pathways, and performance management support processes. The position emphasizes program design, administration, and evaluation rather than routine training delivery, ensuring learning systems are aligned with business needs and scalable across operations, fabrication, field services, and corporate teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support learning programs, including creating engaging materials, guides, and resources to enhance employee skills, knowledge, and career progression.
• Partner with department leaders to develop structured onboarding and role-specific learning plans that align with organizational goals.
• Develop, launch, and manage internship and early-career development programs, including program structure, rotations, learning objectives, timelines, and evaluation.
• Administer talent development initiatives, including rotational, internship, and early-career programs, ensuring alignment with workforce planning needs.
• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of workforce development programs, including DOL-approved apprenticeship programs for field employees.
• Assist in managing the annual performance management process, including timelines, tools, communications, and reporting.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using metrics, feedback, and performance outcomes to drive continuous improvement and demonstrate ROI of learning initiatives.
• Own the administration and continuous improvement of learning and development systems and processes, with a primary focus on design and governance rather than direct training delivery.
• Track employee progress, completions, and certifications in the Learning Management System (LMS) and maintain accurate learning records, curricula, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership on career pathing, competency frameworks, and skills development initiatives.
• Research and recommend learning solutions, tools, and best practices to support organizational needs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization.
• Facilitate or deliver training as needed, but not as a primary job function.

Education, Certification & Licenses

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Equivalent work experience in a technical or industrial training capacity may be considered.
• SHRM-CP or PHR preferred.
• DOL Apprenticeship certification or experience preferred.

Experience

• 4–7 years of experience in learning and development, talent development, organizational development, or a related HR function.
• Experience designing and implementing onboarding and employee development programs.
• Experience supporting or administering performance management processes.
• Experience working cross-functionally with leadership and operational teams.
• Experience with learning management systems and virtual delivery platforms (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams).
• Experience with workforce development, apprenticeship programs, or early-career programs preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with HRIS, LMS platforms, and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong program design, coordination, and project management skills.
• Ability to develop clear, engaging learning materials, guides, and documentation.
• Analytical skills to assess program effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey learning concepts, program expectations, and development strategies to employees, leaders, and field personnel.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills across departments and levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design best practices, and e-learning platforms, including methods for program evaluation.
• Knowledge of performance management processes and competency-based development.
• Knowledge of workforce development initiatives, including internship and apprenticeship program requirements.
• Knowledge of HR policies, compliance considerations, and employment practices.
• Demonstrated ability to design and administer learning and development programs and systems; experience delivering training is a plus but not required.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt learning and development programs to changing business needs.
• Ability to engage a diverse workforce, from field and shop floor employees to corporate staff.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative and contribute strategically to workforce development goals.
• Ability to travel occasionally to company locations or job sites within the U.S.
• Commitment to upholding high standards of business conduct and maintaining a professional work ethic.

EOE, including disability/vets