Workforce Development Manager

Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for more than six decades.

Our Culture & Philosophy:

Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork.  When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers.

• Open & Constructive
• Take Pride in Our Product
• Relentless Commitment
• Care About Our Customers
• Team Success

Summary:

The Workforce Development Manager leads the delivery of workforce training programs across field and office locations, ensuring consistent instruction, strong participation, and measurable program effectiveness. This position partners with operational leaders, develops trainers, and supports workforce development initiatives that improve team member performance.

Five Key Roles of the Workforce Development Manager:

• Training Program Delivery: Lead consistent, high-quality workforce training across field and office locations.
• Field & Office Training Coordination: Partner with operational leaders to align training schedules and participation with business needs.
• Trainer Leadership & Development: Coach facilitators and subject matter experts to deliver engaging, effective instruction.
• Training Adoption & Engagement: Build operational partnerships that encourage participation and practical application of training.
• Program Effectiveness & Reporting: Evaluate training outcomes, track completion, and recommend improvements to the Director of Workforce Development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee the delivery of workforce development programs across field and office locations in accordance with established curriculum standards.
• Coordinate training for craft workers, foremen, superintendents, project management, estimating, leadership, and corporate teams.
• Partner with operational leaders to schedule training, minimize disruptions, and meet participation goals.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate trainers and facilitators to ensure consistent, engaging, and effective instruction.
• Coordinate subject matter experts and adapt training delivery to diverse audiences without compromising program content.
• Build relationships with business unit leaders and address barriers to training participation and adoption.
• Monitor training completion, participant feedback, effectiveness scores, and program consistency.
• Identify training gaps and provide recommendations to the Director of Workforce Development for program improvements.
• Support learning management system (LMS) usage, training records, certification tracking, and program logistics.
• Other relevant tasks as assigned.

Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• 5–10+ years of experience in field operations, project management, training delivery, or a combination of these areas.

• Demonstrated experience delivering training to craft, supervisory, and office-based audiences.

• Strong facilitation, communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing, coordinating, or coaching trainers, facilitators, or subject matter experts.
• Ability to collaborate with operational leaders and align training delivery with business needs.
• Working knowledge of learning management systems (LMS), training records, and effectiveness tracking.
• Experience in construction, industrial, or other field-intensive operations preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Workforce Development, Education, Construction Management, or related field; ATD or equivalent training certification preferred.

Travel:

Travel to and from job sites and office locations is required for this position. Fessler & Bowman will compensate for travel when applicable.

Work Environment:

As a Workforce Development Manager, you will work in office and field environments and may visit project sites, training facilities, or other company locations to support workforce training programs.

Benefits:

Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Recruitment Process:

The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer