Learning Design Manager

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Job Description : Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Learning Design Manager to join our team! In this role you will get to execute the design, development and implementation of technical eLearning content. The role will be responsible for the development of innovative, self‑paced learning and the successful implementation of blended learning modules relevant to the business needs.

What You’ll Be Doing :

Leads the Health, Safety, and Wellbeing culture on the project, and empowers the Team to execute health / safety / wellbeing initiatives.

Demonstrates leadership behaviors, in line with the established Core Values, at all times. Safety, Inclusion, Collaboration, Quality, Innovation, Integrity

Manages, coaches and mentors junior staff to successfully contribute to the department deliverables.

Deliver the Self‑Led Holistic Training Academy in the Development Organization by designing and delivering engaging eLearning and digital learning content that supports the business needs of the Development Organization using industry‑standard tools (Articulate 360 preferred).

Support the development of the training and curriculum strategy in collaboration with the People and Culture Team and Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), ensuring organizational objectives and workforce needs are met and aligned with agreed capabilities.

Define clear learning objectives and develop assessments to measure capability and training effectiveness.

Design the creation of innovative training / learning materials and programs that are engaging and effective for diverse employee groups, reflecting quality instructional design practices and adult learning principles.

Drive and uphold best content management practices to ensure that training materials are up‑to‑date, accessible, and easily retrievable. Implement and design learning curricula, develop learning spaces, learning pathways and learning content.

Design the creation of innovative training / learning materials and programs that are engaging and effective for diverse employee groups, reflecting the identified capabilities for each topic.

Work closely with SMEs to develop tailored training solutions and other relevant stakeholders that address specific functional needs and drive the capabilities framework.

Manages stakeholders’ expectations and provides regular updates to internal and external stakeholders.

Utilize technology and e‑learning platforms to enhance training delivery and accessibility for all employees, ensuring alignment with the latest industry standards and organizational frameworks.

Enable the use of AI Assessments, gamified checkpoints and digital simulations in the learning content, ensuring learning modules are immersive and conceptual.

Provide regular reports to senior management on training outcomes, participant feedback, and areas for improvement, highlighting alignment with our priority training and curriculum strategy.

Drive quality standards for all learning materials, ensuring content accuracy and alignment with instructional objectives and agreed business capabilities.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring :

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Educational Technology, Business, or a field related to training.

6 – 10 years of experience as an Instructional Designer, Learning Creation or a role where you have directly created learning content across a range of subjects.

Experience in managing multiple learning or business projects simultaneously.

Understanding competency‑based education, data‑informed learning journeys and immersive storytelling.

Experience in developing training curricula, course outlines, lesson plans and learning materials.

A proven track record of developing and delivering online training programs, ideally within the Development, Design, Engineering or Construction industries.

Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing business requirements. Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload and deliver to tight deadlines.

Demonstrated strong written and verbal skills in English.

Demonstrated proficient use of enterprise‑level management software, such as Microsoft 365 or similar systems.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and across multiple departments.

Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and conflict resolution skills.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring :

Professional Certifications (if required) Certifications such as SHRM‑SCP, SPHR, or certifications in organizational development or coaching can be advantageous but not required.

Experience using Articulate 360 products would be advantageous, but not essential.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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