Burns & McDonnell · 8 hours ago
Senior Talent Development Strategist - Corporate HR (Kansas City)
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBurns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Talent Development Strategist to lead the design and implementation of comprehensive talent development programs. This role will collaborate with various HR teams and stakeholders to develop learning initiatives that align with business objectives and support a culture of continuous learning.
ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources
Hiring Manager
Stephanie Smithmier
Responsibilities
Leads design, implementation, and evaluation of training programs that address identified needs and support employee development
Establishes relationships with business leaders, HR team and other stakeholders to develop and execute talent development strategies for assigned functional areas that align with the organization's goals and objectives
Evaluate the effectiveness of talent development programs to ensure they meet the needs of team members, strategic organization priorities, and stakeholders
Lead the end-to-end project management of talent development programs and successfully launch organizational learning programs
Lead design, implementation, and presentation of engaging and impactful learning experiences, including workshops, seminars, e-learning modules, and leadership development programs
Lead analysis of available training and development data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement specific to talent development programs; conduct additional assessments as necessary
Recommend and implement a variety of learning methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles and preferences
Lead training, including live, in-person, virtual and hybrid classes, with various groups or teams
Collaborate with the broader Human Resources team to understand the organization's needs and recommend talent development solutions for assigned functional areas
Lead evaluation of inefficient processes and make recommendations for improvement. Lead and implement process improvement efforts, including communicating and training others on new methods
Consult on recommendations for maximizing utilization of available learning management system tools, resources, platforms and content to support learning and development programs and initiatives
Evaluate and update existing learning and development programs to ensure relevant and accurate content as well as effective program design
Consult with learning management system administrator to maintain current knowledge of system tools, resources, issues and updates
Lead research efforts for external training to meet identified needs. Present options and recommendations to management and other key stakeholders, including availability, cost, enrollment process, anticipated utilization and key metrics
Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in talent development to ensure our programs remain innovative and effective
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field from an accredited program
8 years of experience in talent development, organizational development, or related role
Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies
Demonstrated ability to listen, identify needs, evaluate options, make recommendations and implement solutions
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly present complex information
Strong ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and other relevant technology platforms
Proficient in presentation design and delivery software, including CANVA, PowerPoint and Teams
Proficient utilization of audio-visual equipment for in-person, virtual and hybrid training delivery
Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Strong ability to accomplish goals and deliver results in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and frequent interruptions
Demonstrated creative and/or technical writing skills
Preferred
Experience in AEC, construction and/or professional services industries
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Leslie Duke
Chief Executive Officer
Alissa Schuessler
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2025-11-07
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