Learning & Development Specialist

Learning & Development Specialist Date: Jul 7, 2026 Location: Overland Park, KS, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies The Opportunity As a member of the Global HR Talent Development team, the Learning and Development Specialist designs, builds, delivers, and evaluates learning solutions for various BV stakeholders to create engaging learning experiences and measure training effectiveness. They incorporate instructor‑led training, eLearning, blended learning, and on‑the‑job learning. The ideal candidate has a passion for adult learning, works independently without daily supervision, demonstrates strong facilitation skills, makes data‑driven decisions, and is able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. Key Responsibilities Conduct learning needs analyses through stakeholder consultations, surveys, interviews, and performance data reviews. Lead the design and development of business, technical, and core skills training for Black & Veatch by working with BV leaders and subject‑matter experts. Use instructional design skills to develop classroom, virtual classroom, and eLearning solutions, including facilitator guides, participant materials, job aids, and other resources. Maintain learning records and ensure effective use of the Learning Management System (LMS) and other digital learning technologies such as LinkedIn Learning. Deliver training sessions, workshops, and programs to BV employees. Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and other data to recommend continuous improvements. Consult on Global Talent Development learning strategies, learning approaches, and strategic initiatives to deliver impactful training content. Coordinate and execute logistics in support of learning programs, training, and events ranging in scale from individual courses to multi‑week events for both local and off‑site locations. Identify and lead internal process improvements that contribute to operational excellence. Create and update reports, and develop automated reporting as needed. Management Responsibilities Acts as a project manager, including management of a project team as appropriate for each project. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree 5 years of relevant work experience 3+ years of business experience 2+ years of instructional design experience 2+ years of project management experience Understanding of adult learning theory Experience with eLearning development Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills Accountability and ownership for delivering high‑quality results Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate complex challenges Collaborative partnership‑building skills across functions and levels Strong organizational and planning capabilities Learning agility and adaptability in changing environments Comfort with technology and digital learning platforms Commitment to developing others and fostering continuous learning Minimum Qualifications All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include a criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr