Instructional Designer
The future you want is within reach.
At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.
We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. The Instructional Designer will use proven instructional design and course development experience to translate business needs into learning solutions. In-depth knowledge of learning trends and delivery methods (including web-based and multi-media technologies) will further enable success in this role.
Here's how an Instructional Designer for our North American Headquarters (NAHQ) office located in Edmonton, AB contributes to our team:
Responsibilities
- Collaborating with subject matter experts to complete needs analysis and job task analysis to design and develop behavioral and technical curriculum for adult learners.
- Applying adult learning methodologies and best practices in the design cycle of all learning.
- Designing training for diverse modalities that include: instructor lead classroom-based, e-learning, micro-learning and performance support programs based on PCL’s educational standards.
- Acting as project lead for professional development initiatives and apply the principles of project and time management to track tasks/deadlines.
- Developing and maintaining strong, customer-focused relationships with all stakeholders.
- Researching best practices related to learning for design, delivery and implementation improvements.
- Providing company-wide consulting services and support on matters related to learning and development initiatives.
- Working with competency frameworks, student assessment, course and program evaluation methodologies, or project management would be considered a strong asset.
- Evaluating courses or programs, implement revisions and update documentation to meet established curriculum standards.
- Working effectively in a collaborative team environment and independently as required.
Qualifications
- 5 years of progressive instructional design experience in a corporate environment
- Postsecondary diploma or degree from a recognized instructional design program or related discipline preferred.
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills (French fluency is an asset).
- Proven organizational skills, high level of detail orientation, and ability to multitask and prioritize conflicting deadlines.
- Knowledge of adult learning and instructional design theory and best practices.
- Knowledge of rapid e-learning development tools and software will be considered an asset.
- Proven ability to take initiative, work independently and manage project deliverables and deadlines.
- Ability to travel within North America.
- Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning, as shown by the completion of certifications and/or additional formal education, will receive preference.
PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!
Employee Status: Regular Full-Time
Company: PCL Constructors Inc.
Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Corporate)
Job: Instructional Designer
Requisition: 5235