Director of Learning and Development

Company Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state‑of‑the‑art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting‑edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands‑on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family‑owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Knobelsdorff is looking for a bold, business‑minded Director of Learning & Development who is energized by building, optimizing, and scaling high‑impact learning programs. This is a role for someone who doesn’t sit on the sidelines—you dive in, learn the business, build trust with divisional leaders, and deliver results through exceptional project management and strategic execution.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love partnering with operational leaders, and want to leave a lasting mark on a growing organization, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do

Enterprise L&D Strategy

• Set and execute Knobelsdorff’s enterprise Learning & Development strategy aligned with business objectives, core values, and long‑term workforce needs.
• Partner closely with divisional leadership to ensure learning priorities are driven by business strategy, risk, and capability needs.
• Oversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of leadership development, technical training, apprenticeship programs, onboarding, and compliance training.
• Manage the company‑wide Learning Resource Library and ensure all employees have access to relevant, high‑quality learning content.
• Lead a high‑performing L&D team with a strong operating rhythm—1:1s, weekly priorities, project check‑ins, and disciplined execution.
• Oversee a portfolio of learning initiatives, ensuring projects stay aligned, on track, and on budget.

Strategic Talent Partnership

• Collaborate with divisional leaders, HR, and operations to identify capability gaps, support succession planning, and advise on talent development strategies.
• Serve as a trusted advocate for employee growth and organizational readiness.

Operational Excellence

• Develop and manage annual training plans, calendars, budgets, grants, vendors, and apprenticeship programs.
• Establish KPIs to measure program effectiveness and demonstrate ROI.
• Audit and assess all training initiatives to ensure alignment, impact, and continuous improvement.

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Education, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or Organizational Development, including leadership responsibility.
• Proven ability to build and execute enterprise‑level L&D strategies and project plans that drive measurable business impact.
• Demonstrated success leading leadership development, technical training, onboarding, compliance, and employee development programs.
• Experience building and developing high‑performing teams (trainers, instructional designers, program managers).
• Strong business acumen and the ability to partner effectively with executive and operational leaders.
• Experience managing L&D budgets, vendors, and learning technologies (LMS, digital libraries, virtual learning platforms).
• Working knowledge of compliance‑related training requirements.
• Ability to establish metrics, evaluate program effectiveness,…