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Human Resources - Sr Talent Development Specialist

Henderson Engineers
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Kansas, Lenexa
8345 Lenexa Drive (Show on map)
Aug 27, 2026

At Henderson, We're About More Than Just Buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life - and keeping them in shape long after the doors open.



As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.



It's What We Do


We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.



It's How We're Different


We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream-up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3






Position Summary



The Senior Talent Development Specialist serves as the learning and development consultant, partnering with leaders to identify capability gaps and develop learning solutions that support business goals and improve performance. Working closely with the Talent Development Manager, this role translates organizational needs into learning strategies, development pathways, performance support tools, and learning experiences that drive measurable outcomes.

This role is responsible for consultation, analysis, and solution design while partnering with Talent Development Specialists responsible for the development, implementation, administration, and coordination of learning initiatives.



Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities



Learning Consulting & Solution Design




  • Serves as learning consultant for assigned business areas, building strong partnerships with leaders to understand strategic priorities and workforce capability needs.
  • Conducts discovery sessions, focus groups, learning and performance needs analyses with stakeholders, business leaders, and subject matter experts to identify performance challenges and development opportunities.
  • Evaluates whether learning, process improvement, leadership support, communication, or other interventions are the most appropriate solution to business needs.
  • Leads design of comprehensive learning and performance solution strategies, including learning journeys, curricula, performance support tools, coaching approaches, and reinforcement plans, partnering with Talent Development Specialists in creation and implementation.
  • Determines success measures that ensure learning solutions align with organizational priorities and desired business outcomes, and leads the evaluation of learning programs, including ROI analysis to inform ongoing strategy.
  • Provides consultation to facilitators and program owners.
  • Facilitates or oversees the facilitation of high-priority educational or training experiences.
  • Serves as a mentor and resource to Talent Development Specialists and Coordinators, collaborating on instructional design, delivery methods, and best practices.
  • Stays ahead of industry trends to recommend innovative approaches to learning and performance improvement.



Performance & Talent Management




  • Supports the integration of performance management programs integrated into business operations, reinforcing a culture of accountability and growth.
  • Partners with leadership to align career development initiatives with business needs and employee engagement goals.
  • Supports leadership to shape implementation of talent review, succession planning, and workforce development strategies, as needed.



Organizational Alignment & Influence




  • Consults and advises leaders on learning and development priorities
  • Builds strong cross-functional relationships to integrate learning solutions into organizational processes and initiatives.
  • Influences stakeholder engagement and adoption plans to support successful implementation of learning and performance solutions.



Core Competencies



Communication




  • Keeps others informed conveying information clearly and with appropriate level of detail
  • Listens attentively to others and takes an interest in what they have to say
  • Responds openly to others encouraging honest, productive communication



Integrity




  • Demonstrates consideration for the opinions, perspectives, and experiences others.
  • Takes responsibility for personal actions and delivers on commitments.
  • Aims to understand how actions impact others



Quality Orientation




  • Takes steps to ensure work is done correctly
  • Delivers on client expectations
  • Strives to follow policies and procedures



Teamwork/Inclusion




  • Shares time and effort with others
  • Takes interest and learns from the diversity of others
  • Shows enthusiasm for team goals



Continuous Learning




  • Views mistakes as a growth opportunity
  • Recognizes gaps in personal knowledge and pursues opportunities to learn
  • Engages others when tackling an unfamiliar task or responsibility



Functional/Technical Expertise




  • Recognizes routine problems and identify solutions
  • Keeps up with industry and/or discipline standards
  • Maintains best practice throughout all job functions



Required Education, Experience, Licenses & Technical Competencies




  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, education, psychology or a related field preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in human resources in a talent development, learning and development or organizational effectiveness capacity, or as a teacher, trainer, facilitator or instructional designer is required.
  • Proven success in designing and implementing enterprise-level learning strategies required.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively facilitate learning experiences is required.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills required.
  • Experience in instructional design, LMS management, and learning analytics preferred.
  • Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.





Physical & Other Requirements




  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Ability to read and write in English.


Let's Talk Perks


We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.



Culture



  • Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
  • Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
  • Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
  • Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
  • Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
  • Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
  • Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)



Benefits



  • Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
  • Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
  • Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
  • Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
  • Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
  • Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)



More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.



Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program. Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment. All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.



To All Recruitment Agencies


Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.



NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT


Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.


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