Timmons Group is a multi-disciplined engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With more than a dozen offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms in the country, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and helping our clients achieve their vision resulting in shared success. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.
We are currently seeking an experienced Talent Development Manager to join our Richmond, VA headquarters. This person will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing programs that foster employee development, enhance skills, and build a strong talent pipeline across the organization. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for developing people.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Develop and implement comprehensive talent development strategies and programs aligned with the organization's strategic objectivesDesign and deliver training programs, workshops, and initiatives to enhance employee skills, leadership capabilities, and overall performanceIdentify training needs through assessments, performance reviews, and consultation with managers and employeesSet direction for the talent review process, succession planning initiatives, and career development programsExecute a best-in-class onboarding strategy for new employees and create an onboarding playbook for key positions, and management transitionsDesign the organizational performance review process to identify and retain top talent and facilitate career developmentPartner with Division Managers to create a framework for technical, project management, and leadership trainingImplement mentoring, coaching, and career counseling programs to support employee growth and developmentEvaluate the effectiveness of talent development programs through feedback, metrics, and continuous improvement effortsStay current with industry trends and best practices in talent development, learning technologies, and adult learning principlesCollaborate with Director of Human Resources and Division Managers to develop personalized development plans for high-potential employees and key talentEvaluate and oversee employee engagement survey process, recommendations and action stepsSkills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field10+ years experience as a Talent Development Manager, Learning and Development Manager, or in a similar role, with a track record of successfully implementing talent development initiativesStrong understanding of talent management principles, organizational development, and adult learning theoriesExperience designing and delivering training programs using a variety of methodologies and technologiesExcellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneouslyStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and metrics to measure the impact of talent development initiativesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence employees at all levelsAbility to effectively demonstrate capabilities as a leadership coach, performance consultant and talent leaderStrong business acumen and ability to translate business strategy into organization development plans.Solid knowledge of MS Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.