Training Programme Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

The Functional Training Program Manager ensures that training delivery, instructional development and knowledge assets are aligned to provide creative high-caliber job specific training for business operations and project delivery. Additional responsibilities may include: 

Training Program Management

• Manage various training projects including planning work, managing details, keeping multiple tasks/projects on track, and achieving reliable results.

• Build and maintain learning paths for various staff and field positions; track training completion for employees in those roles.

• Leverage strong consulting skills to assess, develop and implement innovative networked learning solutions that assist the business to meet strategic initiatives and future growth.

• Measure training effectiveness and plan continuous improvement efforts.

• Manage training programs and projects in an entrepreneurial environment requiring strong multi-tasking abilities.

• Collaborate with senior-level stakeholders while maintaining a professional demeanor.

• Take initiative/be proactive without waiting for direction.

Team Leadership

• Hire, coach and performance manage team members consistent with McKinstry values.

Instructional Design

• Assess business learning needs and determine the most effective learning solutions.

• Design clear and compelling training content to meet business needs.

• Work directly with development teams and stakeholders to produce extraordinary training content and agile eLearning solutions.

• Understand unique job expectations and business process for strategic roles and communicate them effectively to desired audience.

• Determine the proper blend of learning solution that reinforces hands-on application of the tools, enhances the learning transfer, and engages learners.

• Develop first-hand experience with the appropriate subject matter (systems or products).

• Design train-the-trainer experiences that prepare SMEs to deliver blended programs.

• Conceptualize technical/functional content into something creative and effective.

• Conduct technical and editorial reviews of training content.

• Meet project milestones, communicate issues and risks in a timely manner, and manage customer expectations.

Perform other duties as required.

 What You Need To Succeed at McKinstry:

• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and manage change in a highly dynamic environment required.

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and focus on quality required.

• Demonstrated abilities as a creative and analytical problem solver with a passion for excellent customer service required.

• Education/Experience: 5+ years of overall program management experience, with 2+ years in Project Management and Program Management capacity required,

• 3-5 years' experience working in a relevant learning and development field such as instructional design, education, learning and development, training organizational development required.

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) required.

• Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail required.

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication abilities including skills in explaining technical topics to novices and collaborating with subject matter experts, stakeholders and managers required.

• Ability to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment, can roll up their sleeves, work hard, have fun, and get the job done required.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a professional demeanor required.

• Preferred experience:

  • Working knowledge of Power BI.

  • Experience developing courseware to current Industry and adult learning standards, performance support aids, online tutorials and/or other training materials, including gaming modules.

  • Experience with eLearning tools such as Captivate, Articulate Studio/Storyline, Camtasia, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Flash and Software technology like HTML, Javascript for learning portal design.

  • Experience working with Learning Management Systems like Litmos (current standard).

  • Multi-media development skills in audio, video, and/or animation.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $80,100 - $134,400 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity. 

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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