Learning Specialist

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JR-8249

Learning Specialist#
** Where Greatness Grows
** The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do  a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives.

From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the  a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners.

You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

If you are looking for your next challenge as a learning and development professional, Bird Construction has a unique and exciting opportunity for a candidate that is passionate about employee and organizational results. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Learning & Development, the Learning Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating learning solutions, primarily focused on leadership and professional development, that align with the strategic needs of the organization.

The incumbent will support the upskilling and reskilling of our teams, growing the organizational learning bench strength and fostering Bird’s culture.
We’re looking for an experienced learning and development professional with strong instructional design skills and the ability to work independently across the full ADDIE process—particularly in instructor-led curriculum development. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with others to create and contribute to unrivalled learning and development experiences that drive high performance, that enhance capability and effectiveness and that reflect the organization’s purpose and values.

Please note, this is an intermediate position (4+ years’ experience). A proven track record of developing instructor-led programs and working independently is required.
This position can be located in Edmonton, Calgary or Mississauga.

What you will be working on
* Act as a strategic learning partner on projects and initiatives, leading the documentation, and reporting of instructional design and delivery processes, including learner and facilitator materials, delivery supports, and reporting assets.
* Lead highly collaborative design and development efforts with subject matter experts, providing structure, guidance, and challenge to ensure learning outcomes align with business priorities.
* Conduct learning needs analyses and translate business and performance gaps into well-reasoned, scalable learning strategies and solutions.
* Apply deep expertise across the full learning lifecycle—design, development, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to ensure solutions are effective, sustainable, and measurable.
* Design a range of learning solutions to support the uptake of required knowledge, skills, and/or processes for a range of delivery methods including instructor led classroom and virtual, and eLearning solutions (e.g., videos, job aids, performance…