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Job Title


Learning And Development Specialist


Company : Kenaidan Contracting Ltd.


Location : Toronto,


Created : 2026-04-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

PACT (Pearson Accelerator Construction Team) is a general partnership of Kenaidan , Obayashi , Alberici and Amico , supported by design partners Egis, Mott MacDonald and Weston Williamson + Partners. Together, we are delivering Accelerator, a major program within Pearson LIFT (LongTerm Investment in Facilities and Terminals)Toronto Pearsons multiyear infrastructure development plan. Project Overview Accelerator addresses urgent passenger growth needs while preparing Canadas largest airport for the future, including: Modernization of Terminals 1 and 3 Upgrades to airfield and civil infrastructure Greenhouse gas reduction initiatives Enhanced passenger experience and mobility Who we are Kenaidan is an employeeowned general contractor building heavy civil/structural concrete, water works and ICI projects and were looking to build on our team. We offer exceptional opportunities including career development and training through our Kenaidan Centre for Learning and growth from within potential for skilled, motivated construction professionals. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees worklife balance with a competitive compensation package including: Top wages Salary range between $85K110K, depending on experience Benefit coverage for you and your dependents Employer RRSP contributions (no match required) Employee Share Ownership Vacation and Sick/FR days Position Overview Learning & Development Specialist to support PACTs people, project, and performance objectives. In this role, you will design, deliver, and manage learning programs that build capability across the organization and directly support program delivery. Working closely with program leadership, technical teams, and HR, you will act as a strategic partner, facilitator, and coachensuring our people have the skills, tools, and development pathways needed to succeed in a fastpaced infrastructure environment. Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement PACTwide learning strategies, capability frameworks, and development roadmaps across all business functions Partner with Program Leadership, Directors, HSE, Technical, Commercial and Construction teams to identify learning needs and address performance gaps Facilitate or coordinate inperson and virtual training sessions, workshops, and coaching programs aligned with PACTs values and behaviours Lead structured onboarding and orientation programs for new hires, ensuring alignment with governance, safety and PACT culture Support PMO and HR initiatives related to talent mapping, performance frameworks and internal mobility pathways Measure and evaluate training effectiveness using feedback, data and continuous improvement practices Manage the L&D calendar, training records, participation tracking and competency reporting Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and teams to strengthen collaboration, communication and team performance Support culturebuilding initiatives, employee engagement activities and crosspartner collaboration Manage relationships with external training vendors, learning partners and certification bodies as required Champion a continuous learning culture and support changemanagement initiatives related to new systems, processes or organisational change Education and Experience 5+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development or a related business partnering role Experience designing and delivering learning programs within the construction or infrastructure industry Strong facilitation, presentation and coaching skills with the ability to engage both technical and nontechnical audiences Proven experience developing competency frameworks, onboarding programs and peoplemanagement development initiatives Solid understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design and change management Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse teams and jointventure partners Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience with elearning and blended learning tools (experience with Synthesia considered an asset) Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Collaborative, peoplefocused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement Working Conditions Officebased position All employees must successfully complete a RAIC and criminal background check Equal Opportunity Statement Kenaidan is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). This is a fulltime position. #J-18808-Ljbffr