Learning and Development Manager

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Learning and Development Manager opportunity in Richland, WA.

Relocation assistance is available

The Learning and Development Manager will drive and execute development strategies that create a high‑performing, sustainable organization that meets the current and future strategic and operational needs of the Company. This leader will collaborate with leaders across the Company to ensure the successful execution of talent management strategy, talent platforms, and learning & development programs and initiatives that align the development of people with business needs.

• Develops an overarching strategy, program and project plan to rapidly accelerate learning and development within the Company.
• Develops and implements innovative learning strategies, methodologies, and curricula based on needs analysis of business priorities and forecasted needs.
• Designs and delivers leadership development programs, management training, and other learning initiatives based on adult learning principles and utilizing a variety of modalities (i.e., instructor‑led, e‑learning, simulations, peer learning).
• Design and implement a leadership and management suite of programs tailored to the needs of front‑line supervisors.
• Design and develop a performance management system that aligns with current best industry practices.
• Recruit key resources to staff the Learning and Development function.
• Uses current best practices to design and implement best‑in‑class learning resources, including training materials, guides, toolkits, videos, and e‑learning modules.
• Conduct benchmarking both internal and external to the nuclear industry.
• In support of succession planning and leadership development, develops competency models and implements behavioral assessments to facilitate coaching and development programs.
• Design and implement tools that guide the selection and promotion of managers at all levels in the organization.
• Collaborate with staff responsible for L&D across business units to track and align training and professional development offerings to the talent strategy.
• Curate and adapt existing learning content from internal and external sources to meet the diverse needs of the workforce.
• Establish metrics and feedback methods to assess the effectiveness and impact of learning programs on individual and business performance. Trend learning data to identify areas for improvement in learning initiatives and programming.
• Develop strategic visuals of learning data (i.e., dashboards) to foster informed and data‑driven programming decisions by the HR Leadership Team.
• Build the capacity of internal trainers to effectively facilitate learning activities across the organization.
• Engage with external training vendors, educational institutions, and industry partners to leverage resources and expertise in learning and development.
• Maintain strong knowledge of trends, strategies, methodologies, and curricula in leadership development and broader L&D.
• Develop and manage a budget for the Learning and Development program.

• Possesses exceptional leadership and communication skills – demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and be influential with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in needs analysis, instructional design, curriculum development, and adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated experience in development and delivery of high‑quality learning & development programs.
• Recognized experience in designing and delivering training programs using a variety of modalities and technologies.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross‑functional teams in the development of learning and development products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of engaging and influencing stakeholders.
• Proficiency in learning management systems like Success Factors & Percipio.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret business strategy and translate it into a talent management strategy.
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