Senior Learning Specialist
At Bird, our Learning & Development team builds the capabilities that keep our people and our projects ahead of what comes next. We’re looking for a Senior Learning Specialist who will translate business needs into learning experiences people use, and who will raise the bar on how those experiences look, feel, and perform.
If you like asking the right questions to get to the root of a business problem, designing learning that works in real-world conditions, and partnering with subject matter experts to bring their expertise to life for the people who need it most, we’d like to hear from you.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Learning & Development, you’ll lead the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of learning solutions that build capability across the organization.
Learning Solution Design
Partner with leaders and subject matter experts to diagnose capability needs, separating what learning can solve from what it can’t, and recommend the right mix of interventions.
Translate business needs into clear learning objectives, connected learning experiences, and practical ways to measure success.
Design learning experiences and curriculum structures across learning methods (instructor-led, virtual, eLearning, microlearning, video, podcasts, job aids, and performance supports) using instructional design and adult learning principles.
Build evaluation approaches up front: define success criteria, choose the right measures, and plan how data will be collected so we can show what worked and where to adjust.
Lead projects end-to-end (scope, timelines, stakeholder updates, documentation, and handoffs) so initiatives land on time and on budget.
Learning Content Creation
Produce polished, on-brand learning assets (facilitator and participant guides, eLearning modules, videos, infographics, and job aids) that align to accuracy, accessibility, quality, and usability standards.
Apply your craft across a range of development tools (e.g. Articulate 360, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, PowerPoint) and pick the right tool for the job.
Run a collaborative development and review process with subject matter experts to validate accuracy, quality, and readiness, and with instructional peers to keep quality and consistency high.
Consultation & Vendor Partnership
Partner with business stakeholders to clarify objectives, work through challenges, weigh options, and co-create recommendations that make sense for their context and ours.
Solicit and evaluate proposals from external learning providers, manage vendor relationships and delivery quality, and make clear recommendations to L&D and/or business leaders on whether to build internally or buy externally.
Mentor and share expertise with peers and junior team members.
Delivery, Adoption & Continuous Improvement
Deliver program content directly, through our internal facilitator network, or through vendors, matching the delivery approach to the audience and intent.
Develop communication and engagement strategies that drive adoption across Bird’s business divisions, partnering with internal communications and operations as needed.
Analyze evaluation and program results and turn them into a clear story: what happened, what changed for the business, and what we’ll do differently next.
Monitor emerging trends, methodologies, and tools in learning, and bring forward informed recommendations for where Bird should invest, experiment, or simplify.
The Skills You’ll Bring & Build
The following five skills sit at the heart of this role. Mastery in all of them isn’t required on day one; however, demonstrated strength in some, and a curiosity and commitment to build skill in them, are required.
Consultation – You start with curiosity, listening, and thoughtful questions, then partner with stakeholders to clarify objectives, weigh options, and shape recommendations.
Collaboration — You build trusted working relationships and partner effectively across teams and functions by listening, sharing knowledge openly, inviting input early, and contributing to shared outcomes.
Learning Solution Design – You diagnose capability needs before you design, translate business needs into clear objectives and coherent learning experiences, and build evaluation in from the start so impact can be measured.
Learning Content Creation – You produce instructional materials (written, visual, multimedia, and interactive) that are high quality, accurate, accessible, on-brand, and aligned to learning objectives, whether delivered in classroom, virtual, or self-paced formats.
Learning Enablement – You understand what makes learning reliable at scale (learning architecture, publishing workflows, vendor coordination, data accuracy, accessibility, and privacy controls) and design solutions that work with those realities.
Certificate or undergraduate degree in Adult Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field; CTDP, CPTD, or CPHR designation is an asset.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in talent development, instructional design, or a related learning role, with a portfolio of solutions delivered across multiple formats and topics.
Strong instructional design, consulting, and project management skills, with demonstrated experience leading ADDIE from end-to-end.
Hands-on proficiency with authoring and design tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Vyond, Adobe Creative Cloud, PowerPoint); intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Workday Learning and SharePoint is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate learning effectiveness and translate results into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across levels and functions.
Knowledge of the construction industry is an asset.
Open to occasional travel to various locations across the country.
The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.
As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.
A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.
We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.
Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.
We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.
Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.
At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.
