Learning & Development Lead

Department: Human Resources Reports To: Learning & Development Manager Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Maui, Hawaiʻi Salary Range: $90,000 – $105,000 (commensurate with experience) Who We Are Alpha Inc. is a Hawaiʻi-born, locally owned leader in heavy civil construction, concrete, energy, drilling, and infrastructure services. We build people, careers, and communities. The Impact You’ll Make You translate Alpha Academy’s vision into disciplined execution at scale. You expand the team’s capacity, elevate program quality, and ensure learning actually changes how work gets done. What You’ll Own Strategic Execution & Program Leadership Co-lead the execution of Alpha Academy’s most critical learning and leadership initiatives. Translate strategy into clear plans, timelines, and deliverables — then drive them to completion. Own programs end-to-end: design, pilot, rollout, and evaluation. Identify risks early and take decisive action to keep momentum strong. Ensure consistency, quality, and alignment across divisions, roles, and locations. Step in to stabilize, redesign, or accelerate programs when complexity increases. Stay relentlessly focused on outcomes, not just activity. Cross-Functional Leadership & Alignment Serve as a primary partner to Operations, Safety, HR, IT, and other stakeholders. Translate real operational needs into scalable, effective learning solutions. Facilitate collaboration, remove roadblocks, and drive decisions forward. Represent Alpha Academy as a credible, trusted leader across the organization. Team Enablement & Leadership Coverage Provide leadership coverage and continuity for the Learning & Development team. Mentor and support team members to elevate ownership and execution quality. Serve as a proxy for the Learning & Development Manager when needed. Reinforce standards, accountability, and operating rhythms. Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement Partner with the L&D Systems Administrator to ensure programs are supported by strong systems and reporting. Use data, feedback, and insight to continuously improve learning effectiveness. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and scale with discipline. Culture & Values Leadership Fully embody Lead with Heart, Strength in Unity, and Alpha Mentality every day. Build trust, model ownership, and maintain high personal standards. Be a steady, credible presence during growth and change. Required Qualifications 5+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or Organizational Development. Proven success leading complex initiatives from concept to execution. Strong judgment, ownership mindset, and comfort operating autonomously. Preferred Qualifications Experience in construction, skilled trades, or operationally complex environments. Experience partnering closely with Operations and Safety leaders. Experience scaling programs across multiple locations or business units. Leadership Traits You lead with heart without lowering the bar. You bring people together and move work forward. You run toward ambiguity, not away from it. You balance big-picture thinking with hands‑on execution. You do what you say you’ll do — every time. Benefits & Perks 100% company-paid Medical/Dental/Vision (family coverage) Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, and sick time) that increases with tenure Paid holidays Weekly pay 401(k) Retirement Plan: Eligible after 1 month of service (age 18+), with a Safe Harbor match Life & AD&D insurance (company-paid, with family coverage) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (24/7 confidential support) Tuition reimbursement (up to $500/year) Company-provided equipment (role dependent) Additional perks (Aflac supplemental coverage + employee discounts) Employee Ambassador Program: dedicated, real-human support resource to help you navigate life’s challenges. Benefits Eligibility Benefits eligibility may vary based on role and employment status. Employment Conditions Completion of standard pre‑employment screening. Successful completion of a background check conducted after a conditional offer; prior issues will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis. Passing a drug test (for both full‑time and part‑time hires) conducted in line with Hawaiʻi statutory requirements. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor employment visas. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io . Equal Opportunity Employer Alpha Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal or Hawaiʻi law, and we provide equal opportunity in all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training. Final Word If you’re ready to build leaders, scale culture, and leave Alpha Academy stronger than you found it — this is your move. #J-18808-Ljbffr