Manager, Leadership Academy
PCL Construction View all jobs
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
- Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- Health and lifestyle spending account options
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
- Oversees the Leadership Academy and associated programs and aligns team vision, strategy, and outcomes with organizational goals and business needs.
- Evaluates courses or programs for effectiveness and impact.
- Researches and applies best practices and industry trends.
- Facilitates and provides consultation services on leadership development programs, strategic planning, and partnering sessions.
- Provides coaching services to support leadership courses and programs.
- Creates project plans for key or large-scale projects based on employee strength and development needs, assigns tasks, and responsibilities accordingly.
- Develops and maintains strong, customer-focused relationships with all stakeholders.
- Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors team, including direct reports.
- Contributes to department budgeting and reporting requirements.
- Collaborates (ongoing) with other corporate departments, the HR Leadership team, and sector leads to ensure alignment with priorities and initiatives.
- Oversees the administration of 360-degree feedback surveys and leads structured debrief sessions to support individual insight, development planning, and leadership growth.
- Provides strategic oversight of high‑potential leadership programming, ensuring an effective participant experience and facilitating select learning sessions.
- Drives continuous improvement of current programming by determining key initiatives and ensuring effective execution and rollout.
- Leads employee coaching efforts and provides oversight of the external coaching program to support leadership and development goals.
- Postsecondary diploma or degree in a related discipline.
- 8+ years of progressive related experience preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in training and professional development, instructional design and course development.
- 1–3+ years of supervisory experience preferred.
- Understanding of adult learning theory and practices, instructional design, facilitation techniques, and coaching.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering e-learning, blended learning, face-to-face, and remote training.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently or in a team environment in a highly matrixed organization.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills, with the proven ability to negotiate, influence, and present ideas that contribute to Professional Development priorities and corporate strategy.
- Demonstrated organization, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate.
- Proven critical-thinking skills.
- Results oriented and has proven project management experience.
- Seen as a trusted advisor with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
- Exceptional team player with strong customer service orientation.
- Demonstrated experience in training and facilitation and managing complex facilitation sessions.
- Ability to assess the needs of the organization, and prioritize and propose programs and initiatives that align with business needs.
- Exhibits strong leadership skills, with the ability to delegate and coordinate activities effectively and lead and motivate Professional Development professionals.
- Knowledge of construction best practices, construction management, and the process of a construction project from start-up to completion an asset (construction project life cycle).
- Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS).
- Ability to act with discretion when handling confidential information.
- Experience with identifying and evaluating external vendors, consultants, and partners, and managing relationships and deliverables.
- Direct and indirect reports may include leadership academy coordinator, administrative assistants, and other members of the Professional Development department and assigned project members.
- This includes mentoring and coaching, career development and performance management responsibilities, performance-potential rating recommendations, and influencing salary and bonus for direct reports.
- Ability to travel to various project sites and company locations.