Workforce Development Manager

If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe including 10 of the worlds 100 tallest buildings.

Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse equitable and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected sees themselves represented at all levels of the company and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner If so apply and lets do great things together!

Position Description:
Manage workforcedevelopment programs for regional and local businessunit projects.

Essential Duties &Key Responsibilities:

• Manage execution of workforce (people) development programs based on local social conditions and economic requirements aligned with project client and/or business unit objectives.
• Lead specific Workforce Development plan as part of project pursuit and implement as part of preconstruction phase.
• Oversee program goals and measures communication/planning activities status/results reporting training and other functions as required.
• Manage relationships with subcontractor community for greater buy-in of workforce development plan and effective placement of participants in local project.
• Manage outreach efforts with diverse populations and other underrepresented groups to participate in skills- based career training and gain hands-on work experience in construction industry.
• Enhance partnerships with local/regional community organizations schools pre-apprenticeship programs unions and city state and Federal agencies for proactive identification of training opportunities.
• Leverage local community organization relationships to create and sustain pipeline for project.
• In partnership with project team monitor program participation and progress to goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop information about workforce development programs and promote to external community.
• The position will support the development coordination implementation and continuous improvement of the Skilled Trades and Readiness Client Led Program a short-term workforce training initiative designed to develop a pipeline of trained qualified entry-level talent prepared for employment within the construction industry.
• Lead and coordinate the planning and implementation of the Clients WF Program to develop a sustainable pipeline of trained job-ready candidates for construction and skilled trades opportunities.
• Build awareness of careers in construction and skilled trades and create clear pathways for individuals interested in entering the industry.
• Identify and engage prospective participants through relationships with community organizations workforce development agencies educational institutions and other community partners.
• Coordinate training opportunities that provide participants with foundational knowledge skills and exposure relevant to construction trade occupations.
• Collaborate with project teams general contractors trade partners workforce organizations and training providers to align Clients WF programming with current and anticipated workforce needs.
• Work with project trade partners and other employers to identify employment opportunities for Clients WF Program graduates who successfully complete program requirements.
• Support the ongoing development and expansion of the STAR Program by identifying lessons learned successful practices workforce needs and opportunities to replicate or scale the program across projects and communities.
• Other activities duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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