Learning & Development Director

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We are committed to fostering a culture of learning and development to empower our workforce. We believe that upskilling our employees is crucial to maintaining our competitive edge and achieving our strategic goals. 

Position Overview: VHB is seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning & Development (L&D) Director to join our team. This position is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating effective and dynamic L&D programs that support business needs, enhance an engaged and committed workplace, maximize employees’ professional and personal potential, and support a culture of continuous improvement. This position also oversees VHB’s IACET-accredited Center for Education and drives education initiatives. 

Additionally, this pivotal role involves partnering with our IT and Technology leaders to develop and implement a comprehensive learning strategy aimed at upskilling our workforce in the technology domain. The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader with a passion for developing talent and driving organizational success. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the design, deployment and delivery of learning programs that are aligned with VHB’s strategic goals, ensuring they are engaging, effective, and accessible.
• Leverage technology and develop creative, innovative ways to enhance the organization's ability to deliver effective and efficient training programs, utilizing cutting-edge learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and other educational technologies.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of L&D professionals, fostering a culture of continuous development and high performance.
• Direct the assessment of skill gaps and training needs, the creation of training content and materials, and the coordination and delivery of training sessions. Conduct professional development needs analyses.
• Collaborate with IT and Technology leaders to assess current skills gaps, identify future skill needs, and develop a robust learning strategy to upskill the workforce in emerging technologies.
• Support other HR initiatives and programs. Assist the senior management team in developing HR strategies.
• Utilize a variety of learning modalities, including e-learning, instructor-led training, workshops, and hands-on technical sessions.
• Measure the effectiveness of learning interventions through robust evaluation methods and utilize data to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage the L&D budget, ensuring the efficient use of resources to maximize impact.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in L&D to ensure that VHB remains at the forefront of organizational development.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Learning & Development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing technology-focused learning programs.
• Strong people leadership skills with a proven track record of coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent facilitation, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in utilizing learning management systems (LMS) and other educational technologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively, partner, influence, consult, and collaborate with all levels within VHB
• Exceptional leadership and change management skills
• Ability to translate business strategies and priorities into learning objectives

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. 

VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits 

We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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