Director of Learning & Development

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Why Royal? At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like "Breaking Barriers," showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry.

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We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time!

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

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We have a current opening for a Director of Learning & Development. This position can sit out of our Sacramento, Long Beach, Pleasanton, or Dallas office.

• Build and oversee structured training pathways supporting field career progression.
• Create blended learning experiences combining classroom, field-based, and e-learning modalities.
• Align programs with company safety initiatives, quality standards, and project performance goals.

• Develop and deliver leadership programs for current and emerging foremen, superintendents, and office leaders.
• Integrate communication, accountability, and Outward Mindset behavioral models into training.
• Facilitate workshops on team leadership, coaching, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution.

• Build and execute a comprehensive L&D roadmap that supports company growth and workforce readiness.
• Lead the management of the Learning Management System (LMS), tracking metrics, and ROI.
• Collaborate with business leaders to assess learning needs and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable training standards (OSHA, safety, HR, and technical).

• Manage structured mentorship programs linking senior field leaders to developing talent.
• Partner with HR and Operations to create succession plans and growth opportunities for high‑potential employees.
• Strengthen partnerships with trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and industry associations.

• Embed company values and “Building People” culture throughout all training content.
• Promote engagement through recognition, storytelling, and leadership visibility in learning programs.
• Continuously evaluate trends and emerging technologies to enhance learning delivery and impact.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Development, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years' experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or Training Management.
• At least 3 years of experience within the construction or skilled trades industry required.
• Proven track record developing and scaling leadership and technical training programs.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and training terms.

• Proven ability to design and deliver competency-based training programs for field construction roles.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, curriculum design, and blended learning strategies.
• Experience managing or implementing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms.
• Ability to translate operational requirements into practical training solutions.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and presentation tools; familiarity with digital learning tools and data dashboards.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills across all levels — from craft to executive.
• Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated success influencing leaders and driving accountability through coaching and development.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to connect with diverse employee groups.
• Strategic thinker who balances hands-on execution with long-term vision.
• Deep understanding of the construction industry, field operations, and workforce…