Manager Learning Development Jobs in Massachusetts

About Suffolk  

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. 

Suffolk - America's Contractor - is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR's list of "Top CM-at-Risk Contractors." For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. 

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That's why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. 

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, clickhere. 

The Role

The Program Manager is responsible for the execution of development programs within Red & Blue University (RBU), Suffolk's suite of training and career development offerings. This role ensures all first-year learning offerings are delivered with consistency, quality, and alignment to RBU priorities.

This role will be focused on program delivery, coordination, and creating high-quality participant experience.

The Program Manager will be required to be on-site in our vibrant Boston office four days a week, where they can take advantage of free parking, an on-site gym, a cafeteria, and other perks that contribute to a welcoming culture and distinctive workplace environment!   

Program Delivery 

• Execute and operationalize development programs within Red & Blue University  

• Help facilitate a range of RBU programs such as New Hire Orientation, We Are Suffolk, New Manager Onboarding, and New Leader Assimilation 

• Partner with subject matter experts who deliver program content, ensuring they are prepared, supported, and set up for successful delivery  

• Reinforce Suffolk's culture of learning by delivering programs with strong attention to detail and participant experience  

• Proactively identify risks, trends, and constraints, recommending adjustments to improve program effectiveness 

Program Coordination 

• Own key execution elements, including multi-program scheduling, facilitator and senior leader logistics, and high-visibility communications  

• Partner with the RBU's Learning Operations team to align execution plans with broader timelines, dependencies, and priorities  

• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and program support resources to ensure materials, calendars, and communications are accurate and aligned  

• Review participant-facing materials and tracking tools to ensure clarity, consistency, and professionalism  

• Serve as a key operational lead during program delivery, managing schedules, materials, logistics, and real-time issue resolution  

Program Measurement and Continuous Improvement 

• Track participation, completion, and feedback to support execution-level reporting and program evaluation  

• Help prepare clear summaries and operational insights to inform retrospectives and continuous improvement efforts  

• Identify and recommend improvements that enhance scalability, consistency, and participant experience  

• 4+ years of experience in learning & development, talent management, human resources, or a related field  

• Experience executing development programs within a structured learning framework, academy, or enterprise learning environment  

• Strong facilitation skills; experience delivering training to all levels of leadership

• Strong program coordination and operational execution skills, including managing timelines, logistics, and stakeholder communications  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting timelines effectively  

• Working knowledge of adult learning principles and program delivery models (instructional design expertise not required) 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, with comfort using trackers, dashboards, and reporting tools. Familiarity with Asana and Learning Management Systems a plus

• Possess & demonstrate Suffolk Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring.    

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law.  This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

The expected salary range for this position (Program Manager, Learning & Development) in US-MA-Boston is between $100,000 and $128,000 USD.  This represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Suffolk's total compensation package.  Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, skill set, experience, education and other qualifications.  Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy.  Salary ranges may differ by geography and are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.