Construction Training & Development Specialist

Company Description

PROCON is an award-winning architectural and construction management firm with a rich history since 1935. As the largest design and commercial construction company in New Hampshire, we specialize in fully integrated design and construction management services for various sectors, including hospitality, multi-family residential, senior living, commercial/corporate, industrial, athletic, educational, and healthcare projects throughout the Northeast. At PROCON, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to professionalism, customer service, and quality in every aspect of our work. With experience and industry expertise, we have built lasting client relationships and consistently deliver hundreds of millions of dollars in design and construction volume annually—on time and budget.

Job Description

Are you passionate about developing top-tier construction teams? PROCON is seeking a Construction Training & Development Specialist to lead our field training and mentoring programs. This role is pivotal in shaping our construction workforce—driving excellence in safety, execution, and technical skills through on-site coaching and customized training solutions. This hybrid position spends about 80% of the time in the field, providing hands-on instruction and guidance across job sites, and 20% in the office or remote, planning programs, tracking progress, and developing training materials.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a hands-on mentor and trusted advisor to construction teams across multiple sites.
• Design and implement enterprise-wide training initiatives and PROCON certification pathways.
• Maintain and update a company-wide construction skills matrix to guide career development.
• Drive safety leadership through field engagement and training on safety standards and practices.
• Certify superintendents and crews on select equipment (e.g., forklift, lull, scissor lift, boom lift).
• Lead instruction on building code changes and system implications to ensure compliance.
• Build and track individualized learning paths through our Learning Management System (LMS).
• Research and present innovative construction methods and best practices for leadership and field teams.
• Develop training curricula with clear, measurable outcomes to assess post-training competency.
• Align all training programs with PROCON’s project delivery goals and long-term workforce strategy.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction experience with a strong background in workforce training.
• Proven success in field-based mentoring and training within large or multi-site environments.
• Strong expertise across multiple trades and construction disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver topic-specific, hands-on training modules.
• Willingness to learn and train site employees on commercial construction equipment certifications and licensing requirements.
• Skilled in creating measurable performance standards and following up to ensure application in the field.
• Strong safety leadership mindset and commitment to creating a safety-first culture.
• Experience administering and managing LMS tools for assigning and tracking learning progress.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills to build effective training resources.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, education, or related field preferred.
• Ability to travel and work at active job sites in New England
• High integrity with sound ethical judgment
• Takes ownership and follows through on responsibilities.
• Positive, solution-oriented mindset and resilient attitude
• Works well in teams with strong communication skills
• Open to innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong commitment to safety and proactive risk awareness

We welcome applicants who may not meet every qualification listed but are motivated to grow with us. If you bring a strong work ethic, passion for safety, and a desire to develop others, we want to hear from you!

Additional Information

• We offer Health, Vision & Dental Insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package.  
• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Visit our website at: www.proconinc.com