Building Value Construction Training Manager

Job Posted 4/27/2025
Easterseals Redwood
Cincinnati, OH
United States
Job Description
Manager, Construction Training Program

Who is Easterseals Redwood?

Here at Easterseals Redwood, we believe that uniqueness is power. We change the way the world views and defines disability by making profound and positive differences in people's lives every day. In Greater Cincinnati, we do this with a focus on building a more diverse and inclusive workforce and community. We break down barriers for people with disabilities, veterans, and people with economic disadvantages. Easterseals Redwood is an engine for opportunity. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive human services providers in the region.

Values: Believe in People, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact and Courage

Why join Easterseals Redwood as an Building Value Construction Training Manager:
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • PTO and Extended Illness Time
  • Health Insurance options
  • 401 K Retirement Plan with a company match
  • Dental and Vision Insurance options
  • Disability Insurance options
  • Education and Professional Development Assistance
  • Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)
  • Humana Employee Assistance Plan
  • 10 Paid holidays
  • Growth Opportunities

About being a Building Value Construction Training Manager at Easterseals Redwood:

We are seeking an experienced and mission-driven Construction Training Program Manager to support and lead key elements of our education and training programs. In this role, you'll serve as a bridge between instructors, students, and internal staff-ensuring our curriculum remains high-quality, student-centered, and aligned with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in adult education, program management, and a passion for helping others succeed. You'll play a central role in maintaining instructional excellence, supporting professional development for educators, and continuously improving the learning experience for our students.

Essential and Primary Responsibilities:
  1. Observe and evaluate instructors to ensure effective teaching practices and high-quality learning environments.
  2. Provide constructive feedback, coaching, and professional development support to enhance instructional performance.
  3. Ensure accurate tracking of student progress, attendance, and outcomes using Salesforce and/or other Construction Education software as required by various funders.
  4. Contribute to curriculum development and refinement, ensuring alignment with industry needs and adult learning principles.
  5. Identify and implement improvements in program delivery, instructional materials, and training logistics to enhance learner engagement and retention.
  6. Monitor and maintain compliance across all Registered Training Programs, including site audits and program quality assessments.
  7. Visit off-site training locations to evaluate instructional delivery and facility readiness.
  8. Collaborate with ESTS leadership to support academic planning, scheduling, and learner support services.
  9. Participate in STS BVCT events, instructor workshops, and ongoing process improvement initiatives.
  10. Support the integration of virtual learning and blended education models to meet the evolving needs of adult learners.


Expectations for Professional Skills
  1. Manages change in a well-planned manner consistent with Easterseals Redwood culture and capability to respond to change.
  2. Possesses critical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  3. Communicates effectively with individuals and/or groups in both private and public environments.
  4. Makes timely and effective decisions in the absence of perfect information.
  5. Demonstrates flexibility when seeking solutions.
  6. Demonstrates appropriate culture in alignment with the Easterseals Redwood mission, vision, philosophy, values and standards.
  7. Values cultural diversity and best recognizes and utilizes individual abilities, skills, and characteristics when collaborating with others to complete work tasks.
  8. Employs active listening skills and effective time management skills.
  9. Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication skills to foster positive working relationships with others.
  10. Seeks agreement between internal and external stakeholders to meet the interests of all parties.
  11. Promotes effective business and public relations for the agency by representing Redwood on request.


Competencies:
  1. A willingness to develop and sharpen skills necessary for effective performance.
  2. Initiative (self-starter), planning and organizational skills, ability to handle multiple priorities with a strategic focus, and complete follow through on job tasks.
  3. Hearing, vision, and physical strength and ability to perform the described essential functions, with or without the use of adaptive devices.
  4. Reading, writing, spelling, and math abilities for accurate completion of work tasks.
  5. Receptive/expressive language, written communication, and interpersonal skills to communicate clearly.
  6. Professionalism in appearance, actions and behaviors in keeping with assigned role.
  7. Commitment to the Easterseals Redwood mission, vision, philosophy, values, and standards.
  8. Respect for adults without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability or other legally protected class.
  9. A willingness to work as part of a team.
  10. Reliable transportation to/from work and to complete out-of-building duties.
  11. Acceptable Criminal Background check, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry check and check of KY Nurse Aide Registry.
  12. Attainment of CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of start date, and maintenance of annual certification.


What Easterseals Redwood needs from our Building Value Construction Training Manager:
  1. Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, or workforce development.
  2. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor instructors and connect with learners.
  3. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and support organizational goals.
  4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual platforms (Teams, Zoom, etc.).
  5. Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to manage educational logistics and track learner outcomes.
  6. Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally (approx. 20%).
  7. 1+ year of experience in construction-related training or adult vocational education.
  8. Experience teaching or supporting adult learners in an educational or training setting.
  9. Understanding of NCCER certifications related to instruction or skilled trades.
  10. Direct background in a construction trade such as Carpentry, Electrical, or Plumbing.


If you're someone who is passionate about making a difference and would like the opportunity to do just that every day, a career at Easterseals Redwood may be for you. We are currently hiring and encouraging anyone interested in becoming part of an organization with a mission-driven, relationship-focused, joy-filled culture to apply.