Leadership & Organizational Development, Senior Specialist

SUMMARY

Over the past seven years, our Leadership Development team has built a strong, integrated system of tools, programs, and learning experiences aligned with Mortenson’s culture and business strategy. This development infrastructure is designed to accelerate leadership growth and meet the evolving needs of our customers and internal teams.

We are now looking for a Senior Specialist, Leadership & Organizational Development to bring this system to life. In this next phase of our journey, you’ll design and deliver impactful leadership programs, consult with business partners, and play a key role in evolving how we grow talent at Mortenson. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of leadership development and strengthen our enterprise-wide talent ecosystem.

RESPONSIBILITES

Program Design & Development

• Design scalable leadership development programs aligned with enterprise goals and leadership competencies.
• Develop engaging, learner-centered content (e.g., facilitator guides, participant materials, presentations, and tools).
• Apply adult learning principles and inclusive design practices to meet the needs of a diverse workforce.

Facilitation & Delivery

• Facilitate in-person and virtual leadership sessions, workshops, and retreats with energy, credibility, and presence.
• Serve as a lead facilitator for enterprise programs, new leader onboarding, and team effectiveness sessions.
• Tailor your facilitation style to resonate with different audiences—from emerging leaders to senior executives.

Consultation & Collaboration

• Partner with HR Business Partners, business leaders, and internal customers to assess needs and co-create impactful solutions.
• Support enterprise-wide initiatives such as culture transformation, engagement, talent development, and team performance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to increase adoption and amplify the impact of leadership development programs.

Measurement & Continuous Improvement

• Define success metrics and evaluate program effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and business outcomes.
• Use data and insights to continuously iterate and improve leadership offerings.
• Stay current on best practices in leadership development, OD, and facilitation to bring fresh thinking to the team.

How will you succeed?

Success in this role goes beyond job responsibilities—it’s about how you show up each day and bring Mortenson’s values to life. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Master the inclusive and interpersonal: Communicate clearly and thoughtfully across audiences and platforms. You seek out and integrate diverse perspectives and welcome feedback as a tool for growth.
• Champion the customer experience: Treat every team member like a customer, approaching each interaction with care, service, and partnership in mind.
• Embody expertise with a learner’s mindset: You bring strong knowledge in leadership development, yet you’re more focused on what you don’t know than on showing what you do know. You’re a continuous improver.
• Simplify the complex: You connect the dots across initiatives and see the big picture. Your strategic mindset brings clarity to ambiguity.
• Stay resilient in change: You’ll help introduce new ideas, programs, and ways of thinking—often in uncharted territory. Ambiguity is a constant, and you bring optimism and adaptability to it.
• Balance planning with flexibility: You thrive on structure and detail but can quickly pivot when team or business needs shift. You juggle multiple projects with positivity and professionalism.
• Leverage tools to amplify impact: You are resourceful, creative, and curious—always looking for ways to improve design, delivery, and experience. You’re comfortable with new technology and eager to explore what’s next.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 6 years of progressive experience in leadership development, organizational development, talent development, or learning & development roles.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver high-impact leadership development programs.
• Proven facilitation skills with experience engaging audiences at multiple leadership levels.
• Strong consulting skills and the ability to build trust and influence across a complex organization.
• Experience leading strategic projects from ideation through implementation.
• Proficiency in applying assessments, learning technologies, and evaluation methods.
• Certifications in leadership tools or assessments (e.g., Insights, Leadership Circle, Hogan), is preferred.
• Experience with coaching or team effectiveness initiatives preferred.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $87,800 - $131,700. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.