Area Employee Development Manager at MGC Contractors in Phoenix, AZ

MGC Contractors, Inc. is a 100% Employee Owned Corporation. We specialize in all forms of water and wastewater general contracting including Job Order Contracting, Construction Manager at Risk, Design-Bid-Build, and Design-Build throughout Arizona, Texas, Utah, and New Mexico.

MGC Contractors, Inc. is looking for an Area Employee Development Manager based in Arizona to oversee employee development programs throughout our Arizona and Utah operations. This position plays a key role in developing employee capabilities, strengthening employee retention, and supporting career growth through structured mentorship, coaching, and competency-based development programs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Manage and oversee employee development programs throughout Arizona and Utah, ensuring consistent implementation and alignment with company standards and organizational goals.
• Coordinate and manage the onboarding and initial development of new hires through structured mentorship programs designed to build job-specific competencies, accelerate proficiency, and support successful integration into the company.
• Partner with supervisors and mentors to assess new-hire competencies, establish development objectives, monitor progress, and ensure successful completion of onboarding and mentorship requirements.
• Manage competency-based development programs for employees who require additional knowledge, skills, or proficiency to successfully perform the responsibilities of their current positions.
• Collaborate with department leaders and supervisors to identify employee skill and knowledge gaps, develop individualized learning plans, and evaluate progress toward demonstrated competency.
• Manage the company's career development program, supporting employees pursuing advancement through structured development pathways, mentorship, and competency-based learning opportunities.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and ongoing support to mentors, supervisors, and employees to promote effective knowledge transfer, employee engagement, and professional growth.
• Apply instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies to develop, implement, and improve learning plans, instructional resources, hands-on activities, and competency assessments.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts and operational leaders to identify development needs and ensure learning experiences reflect actual job responsibilities and company expectations.
• Track and evaluate employee participation, competency progression, mentorship program completion, and employee retention to measure program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate employee development records, assessment documentation, and program performance metrics using company-approved systems.
• Provide regular updates and reports to leadership regarding employee development progress, program outcomes, retention trends, and areas requiring additional support.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, employee ownership, and professional development throughout the organization.
• Travel regularly between offices and active project sites throughout Arizona and Utah to support employees, mentors, and operational leadership.
• Any and all other duties assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in professional office environments and active construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate verbally with others in person, over the telephone, and through electronic communication platforms. The position requires the ability to read printed and electronic materials, operate standard office equipment, and maintain attention despite interruptions.

The position requires regular travel to company offices and construction sites throughout Arizona and Utah. While visiting construction sites, the employee may be required to walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs or ladders, bend, stoop, and navigate active construction environments in accordance with established safety requirements. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, construction equipment, noise, dust, and other jobsite hazards.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time Salary position. Occasional long hours may be required as job duties demand. Regular travel throughout Arizona and Utah is required, including occasional overnight travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least five (5) years of experience in employee development, training and development, mentorship program management, organizational development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing employee mentorship, coaching, onboarding, or career development programs.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design principles, adult learning methodologies, and competency-based employee development.
• Proven ability to assess employee knowledge and skill gaps, develop individualized learning plans, and evaluate employee proficiency and performance.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, facilitation, interpersonal communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, supervisors, managers, and senior leadership across multiple departments and geographic locations.
• Experience tracking program participation, completion rates, employee retention, and other performance metrics to evaluate development program effectiveness.
• Strong organizational, time management, documentation, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and effectively utilize employee development tracking systems and learning management platforms.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout Arizona and Utah.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Instructional Design, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience supporting employee development programs in the construction industry or other skilled-trades environments.
• Experience designing and implementing competency-based assessments, structured on-the-job training, and career development pathways.
• Experience with learning management systems, employee development databases, or digital assessment and reporting tools.
• Professional certifications related to talent development, instructional design, coaching, or training and development.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

MGC Contractors is an equal employment opportunity employer and, as such, we consider individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by state and federal regulations will be met. Discriminatory or harassing conduct in the workplace, whether committed by management or non-management employees or outside person (vendors, customers, etc.) is prohibited.

This job description is not meant to encompass all tasks and or job responsibilities, but rather it is meant to provide the employee with a general summary of what the position entails. MGC Contractors has the right to amend or revise this job description at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made when it does not impose an undue hardship on the company to do so.

Passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen is required.