Training Manager - Tysons, VA

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. . We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Training Manager to lead and transform our organization's learning and development initiatives. As the Manager of Training, you will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive training strategies that align with our business objectives and foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. You will lead a team of learning professionals, collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to enhance employee capabilities and drive organizational performance.

• Leadership and Team Management: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the training team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Training Strategy: Develop and execute a forward-thinking learning and development strategy that supports the organization's short-term and long-term goals, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Learning Needs Analysis: Conduct thorough learning needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training requirements for employees at all levels. Use data-driven insights to inform the creation of targeted learning interventions.

• Learning Design and Delivery: Lead the instructional design process in conjunction with the Content Development Manager, ensuring that learning content is engaging, effective, and tailored to various learning styles and preferences. Implement a mix of learning modalities, such as e-learning, instructor-led training, workshops, and mentoring.

• Learning Technology: Stay abreast of learning technologies and trends, recommending and implementing suitable learning management systems (LMS) and other digital tools to enhance learning experiences.

• Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage the training budget, optimizing resources to achieve the maximum impact on employee development and organizational performance.

• Performance Management Integration: Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to integrate training initiatives into the performance management process, ensuring alignment with career progression and succession planning.

• Training Analytics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and ROI of training programs. Use data analytics to continuously improve and refine training interventions.

• Compliance and Standards: Ensure that all learning and development activities comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

• Provide regular reports and updates on the impact and effectiveness of training initiatives to senior management.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for developing talent and fostering a learning culture, we invite you to apply for the position of Manager of Training. Join our team and contribute to the growth and success of our organization through impactful learning experiences.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and vision for training within our organization. We look forward to hearing from you!

• Minimum 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Human Resources with a specialization in learning, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.

• Master's with 6+ years of experience.

• At least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.

• Proven experience as a Manager of Training or a similar leadership role in talent development or organizational learning

Accountability & Decision Making:

• Candidate will have responsibility for budget management regarding Training department programs.

• Will manage employees assigned to the Training department team.

• Empowered to make decisions related to the data analysis and visualization techniques and solutions.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and learning technologies.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align learning initiatives with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in change management and driving cultural transformation through learning initiatives is an advantage.

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.

• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.

• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• Identify and understand the speech of another person.