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Job Title: Workforce Development Programs Manager

Department: Programs

Reports To: Programs Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $80,000-$87,000

Our Culture:  

HACIA’s culture is rooted in our mission & guided by our values charter, which serves as a shared commitment to embodying the principles that define who we are & how we lead, serve & work together. These five values guide our decision, partnership, & action we take: 

1. Community: We build together.

2. Excellence: We set the standard.

3. Integrity: We do the right thing.

4. Stewardship: We care for what has been entrusted to us.

5. Advocacy: We raise our voices for equity & opportunity.

At HACIA, we pledge to live these values daily, hold ourselves & one another accountable as we continuously reflect & evolve to ensure these values remain alive in our culture.

Position Summary

Under the leadership of the Senior Director of Innovation and Impact and Programs Director, the Workforce Programs Manager oversees HACIA’s workforce training programs, including supportive services and job placement. This role manages grant funded initiatives, ensures program compliance and data tracking, and collaborates with partners to help participants successfully transition into construction careers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Program Management & Delivery 

• Provide day-to-day coordination & oversight of workforce development programs, ensuring alignment with program goals, grant requirements, & HACIA policies & compliance standards.
• Assist in the development, implementation, & evaluation of workforce development programs serving underserved populations, including training in trades, clean energy, green construction, professional services, & other construction-related fields.
• Develop & maintain the annual training program calendar, including timelines for marketing, recruitment, enrollment, program delivery, completion, & participant transition.
• Ensure high-quality programming by monitoring participant engagement & satisfaction, as well as the performance of workforce staff, instructors, & training partners.
• Implement & manage program improvements, interventions, & operational adjustments to ensure program goals & outcomes are achieved while keeping leadership informed.

Grant Management, Compliance, & Budget Oversight 

• Coordinate closely with the Grants Manager to support budget spend-down, data tracking, & operating plans for grant-funded programs.
• Manage program budgets & reporting data to ensure accuracy, accountability, & compliance with grant & organizational requirements.
• Prioritize data integrity by establishing & maintaining effective tracking systems & documentation processes for workforce & transition outcomes.
• Support the development of grant proposals & contribute programmatic insights to funding opportunities.

Program Strategy & Evaluation

• Collaborate with Programs Department leadership to develop annual program budgets & strategic priorities.
• Design & implement evaluation methods to assess program outcomes, strengths, & opportunities for improvement, including pre- & post-assessments.
• Maintain awareness of construction industry workforce trends & identify opportunities for new program development or expansion.
• Serve as a strategic partner & thought leader to the Senior Director of Innovation & Impact on workforce trends, program innovation, & relationship development. 

Partnerships, Outreach, & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop & maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders, including employers, unions, training providers, & community partners.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to create outreach & marketing strategies that expand program pipelines & strengthen stakeholder engagement.
• Integrate workforce programs with HACIA membership initiatives, policies, & operations to maximize the organization’s industry & business network.

Participant Success & Workforce Transition

• Identify & coordinate wraparound & supportive services that help participants overcome barriers to program completion & employment.
• Oversee participant transition goals & support the workforce team in developing & implementing job placement & career transition strategies.

Team Leadership & Organizational Collaboration

• Train, mentor, & support workforce program staff on program coordination, compliance requirements, & service delivery.
• Support the hiring & onboarding of new staff, while fostering professional development & effective delegation within the team.
• Collaborate closely with programs, membership, & senior leadership teams to advance organizational priorities & program success.

Additional Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license & maintain a personal vehicle with required insurance coverage.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Project Management: Communicates changes & progress. Completes projects on time & budget. Coordinates projects & develops project plans. Manages project team activities.
• Communications - Exhibits good listening, comprehension, & empathy. Expresses ideas & thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas & thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects & uses appropriate communication methods. Keeps leadership informed as needed.
• Achievement Focus- Demonstrates persistence & overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence. Recognizes & acts on opportunities. Sets & achieves challenging goals. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Job Knowledge- Exhibits ability to learn & apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Uses resources effectively. Is able to delegate work to others.
• Strategic Thinking- Adapts strategy to changing conditions. Analyzes market & competition. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Identifies external threats & opportunities.
• Problem Solving – Develops alternative solutions. Gathers & analyzes information skillfully. Identifies problems in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Teamwork: Balances team & individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity & openness to others’ views. Gives & welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interests.

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; & more than 4 years related experience in direct management of multiple workforce training programs. 6+ years of experience in direct management of multiple-grant funded workforce development programming will be prioritized.
• Management Ability: 3+ years of experience in managing more than one person; skilled at developing a team & guiding a team to achieve excellence. Strong ability to delegate tasks, lead by example, & adept at capturing & understanding directives with the ability to lead the team to follow.
• Language & Writing Ability: Excellent writing skills. Read & interpret documents such as grant proposals, policies, & procedure manuals. Write routine reports & correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Solve & analyze problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office.

Work Environment:

Primarily an office environment with occasional travel throughout Chicago & Chicagoland. Core hours are 9am–5pm with occasional evening work for member events.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged sitting & computer use
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
• Frequent hand use & movement during events, including setup & networking

Benefits: HACIA offers comprehensive benefits including

• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Medical Insurance & Flex Spending Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Parking

Disclaimer:  

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature of the position & should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of duties, skills, & standards required for the position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed or as assigned by their supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

HACIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HACIA hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications & ability to complete the essential requirements & responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is HACIA’s policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, age, veterans' or military status, regardless of how discharged, source of income, credit history, arrest records, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. HACIA will provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits & all other privileges, terms, & conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.

Cover letter & responses to the pre-screening questions below are required. Please include in 1 file when submitting or send to

• Why HACIA?
• What interested you in this specific role?
• What do you know about HACIA’s existing workforce development programs?
• Why do you think you’re a good fit for this role?
• Tell us about a workforce development or training program you’ve led in the past.
• What were the challenges & what made it successful?
• What are you looking for in your next role & how does this position align with long term goals?

Why This Role Matters-

At Emery Sapp & Sons (ESS), building a strong workforce doesn’t start on the jobsite—it starts long before. The Workforce Development Coordinator plays a critical role in introducing the next generation of builders to ESS and the heavy civil construction industry.

This role is on the front lines of workforce recruitment and outreach—showing up in schools, classrooms, career fairs, and communities to spark interest, build relationships, and create early connections to ESS careers. By maintaining a consistent, professional, and engaging presence in targeted talent markets, this role helps ensure ESS has a healthy pipeline of future employee-owners ready to grow with the company.

Position Overview-

Reporting to the Workforce & Industry Outreach Manager, the Workforce Development Coordinator executes ESS’ recruitment outreach and pipeline development efforts across schools, community organizations, and workforce partners. Working in a merit shop heavy civil construction environment, this role partners closely with Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations, and Safety to align outreach activity with current and future hiring needs.

This position serves as the FACE of ESS at external workforce events—delivering presentations, attending career fairs, coordinating site tours, and maintaining consistent partner communication to maintain positive industry relationships and generate qualified candidate interest and warm leads.

Helpful insight: This role is focused on external recruitment outreach and talent pipeline development. Technical recruiting or delivery of internal employee training programs sits outside of the scope of this role.

What You’ll Own-

School & Community Outreach

· Serve as the primary ESS representative at high schools, trade schools, technical colleges, universities, and community events.

· Deliver engaging presentations on heavy civil construction careers, career paths, internships, and entry-level opportunities.

· Build and maintain relationships with counselors, instructors, program directors, and community leaders to support long-term workforce pipelines.

· Coordinate and support jobsite tours, classroom visits, and experiential learning opportunities when appropriate.

Talent Pipeline & Partnership Support

· Support and maintain partnerships with schools, workforce boards, industry associations, and community organizations.

· Manage ongoing communication with partners, including event planning, follow-ups, and next-step coordination.

· Identify new outreach opportunities aligned with geographic priorities and workforce needs.

· Serve as a consistent point of contact to ensure ESS remains visible, responsive, and reliable to partners.

Recruiting Events & Candidate Engagement

· Plan and support recruiting activities such as career fairs, hiring events, school visits, and community programs.

· Collect candidate leads, conduct basic interest and fit screening, and coordinate warm handoffs to Talent Acquisition.

· Ensure timely follow-up with candidates and partners to maintain engagement and momentum.

· Support internship and early-career pipeline activity as directed.

Internship Program Sourcing & Support

· Support internship recruiting efforts by collecting, organizing, and tracking intern applications and resumes.

· Assist with initial candidate screening, interview scheduling, and coordination with hiring managers.

· Maintain accurate intern candidate pipelines and status updates across operations and regions.

· Coordinate logistics for intern interviews, onboarding touchpoints, and communications.

· Serve as a point of contact for intern candidates throughout the recruiting process, ensuring a professional and engaging experience.

· Partner closely with the Workforce & Industry Outreach Manager to ensure timelines, documentation, and operational leadership needs are met.

Coordination, Tracking & Reporting

· Track outreach activity and results, including events attended, contacts made, leads generated, and conversion outcomes.

· Maintain organized records of partner contacts, event calendars, presentations, and outreach materials.

· Provide regular updates and insights to the Workforce & Industry Outreach Manager to support planning and resource allocation.

Employer Brand & Communication

· Partner with Marketing to support recruitment messaging, presentations, and materials used for outreach and events.

· Ensure all public-facing communication reflects ESS values, safety standards, culture, and employee-owner mindset.

· Help deliver engaging, on-brand activations at workforce events that represent ESS professionally and authentically.

What Success Looks Like-

· ESS maintains a consistent, professional presence in priority schools and communities.

· Strong relationships exist with counselors, instructors, and workforce partners.

· Candidate leads are generated regularly and handed off smoothly to Talent Acquisition.

· Outreach activity is well-organized, tracked, and communicated.

· Intern candidates experience a smooth, organized recruiting process.

· ESS’ employment brand is represented accurately, consistently, and engagingly.

· Internal teams view this role as dependable, proactive, and well-aligned with hiring needs.

What You’ll Bring to the Role-

· 3+ years of experience in recruiting, workforce outreach, campus recruiting, community engagement, or a related field.

· Preferred exposure to construction, skilled trades, manufacturing, or industrial environments.

· Strong public speaking and presentation skills; comfortable engaging students, educators, and community groups.

· Proven ability to build relationships and maintain partnerships over time.

· Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail.

· Ability to manage multiple events, schedules, and stakeholders simultaneously.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with HRIS or ATS tools is a plus.

· Willingness to travel regionally and work occasional evenings or weekends for events.

· A professional, approachable, field-first mindset.

* MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL*

Work Environment-

· Office-based with frequent travel to schools, community organizations, and recruiting events.

· Fast-paced, field-driven environment requiring collaboration across HR, Marketing, Operations, and Safety.

· Flexible schedule based on event and outreach needs.

Why ESS?

Emery Sapp & Sons is 100% employee owned. When we win, everyone wins. We build critical infrastructure—and we invest just as intentionally in the people who build it.

At ESS, you’ll find:

· Employee ownership from day one. · A company committed to safety, development, and long-term careers. · Help introduce the next generation to meaningful, hands-on work in the heavy civil industry. · Make a direct impact on the future workforce of ESS.

We don’t just build projects—we build careers, strengthen communities, and invest in the next generation of builders.

About Volta Foundation

Join us at Volta Foundation, a pioneering nonprofit organization at the forefront of the global battery and energy storage ecosystem. With a vibrant network of 75,000 professionals, we are a nexus for thought leadership, collaboration, and growth in the industry. Through our diverse array of open-access events, publications, industry reports, and collaboration platforms, we offer an unparalleled stage for stakeholders to unite, communicate, collaborate, and shape the future of our industry.

The Role

The Director, Education & Workforce will lead the design, development, and execution of workforce education and training initiatives at Volta Foundation.

This role has a strong focus on curriculum and training program development and strategic partnerships across industry, academia, and government. The Director will drive workforce readiness by building scalable education programs, managing multi-stakeholder initiatives, and aligning objectives and outcomes with evolving industry needs.

This role is a full-time, remote contract position with an initial two-year agreement, with the possibility of extension based on performance, funding, and organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Education & Training Program Leadership

• Lead the development of workforce training programs and curricula for professionals across the energy storage value chain.
• Design scalable learning pathways, including workshops, short courses, certifications, and professional training programs.
• Ensure all training and curriculum offerings align with current and emerging industry standards, technologies, and workforce needs.

Industry-Government-Academia Partnership Growth

• Collaborate with industry leaders, educational institutions, workforce organizations, and government agencies to develop workforce initiatives.
• Support and expand apprenticeship, internship, and experiential learning programs that connect education to employment.
• Liaison with institutions and form strong partnerships across industry, government and academia, with key oversight into Volta Foundation academia partnerships.
• Act as a convener across stakeholders to align workforce supply with industry demand.

Educational Resource Center Management

• Oversee the operations and strategic growth of an educational resource center focused on energy storage technologies, workforce development, and training
• Create accessible and effective mediums to aggregate learning resources
• Manage partnerships with educational institutions, training providers, and workforce organizations to expand and enhance offerings.

Curriculum Development & Credentialing

• Lead the creation and continuous improvement of curriculum, training materials, and instructional content.
• Partner with subject matter experts to ensure technical accuracy and relevance.
• Develop and oversee credentialing, certification, or badge programs related to battery technologies and workforce skills.

Program Management

• Serve as the primary owner of multiple concurrent education and workforce initiatives, managing scope, timelines, budgets, deliverables, and outcomes.
• Develop program frameworks, metrics, and reporting to track impact, participation, and workforce outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver programs on time and at high quality.

Funding & Grant Support

• Identify workforce funding opportunities, including public and private grants.
• Support or lead grant writing, proposal development, and reporting in collaboration with partners.
• Ensure funded programs meet grant requirements and deliver stated outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in workforce development, curriculum design, or education program management.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs
• Experience in the energy, battery, or advanced manufacturing sectors is required
• Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication and strategic planning abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing education or workforce training portfolios at scale.
• Experience in manufacturing operations, in particular battery and energy storage.
• Grant writing experience and familiarity with workforce funding opportunities (public or private).
• Knowledge of emerging trends in battery technology, energy storage, or clean energy workforce needs.

Compensation

We offer competitive salary and on-target earnings package commensurate with the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

• $110,000 - $140,000 USD per year depending on qualifications and experience
• This role is a full-time remote contract position with an initial two-year agreement
• Unlimited PTO: We emphasize the importance of work-life balance. We offer unlimited paid time off, allowing our staff to take the time they need to recharge and rejuvenate.

About the Company

This role is ideal for a hands-on learning leader who understands the realities of the plant floor and is equally passionate about developing professional staff, building early-career pipelines, apprenticeship programs, and confident frontline leaders.

About the Role

What You’ll Do

• Lead manufacturing, safety, quality, and operational training
• Design & develop professional leadership development Programs
• Design and oversee apprenticeship and workforce development programs
• Build structured onboarding and early-career development pathways
• Develop first-time supervisors and frontline leaders
• Partner closely with leadership to close skill gaps and improve performance
• Create practical, on-the-floor learning that drives real results

Responsibilities

• Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial environments
• Proven success designing training for hourly, technical, and leadership populations
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder partnership skills
• Passion for developing people and building sustainable internal talent pipelines

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in training, learning & development, or workforce development
• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, or industrial environments
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and training documentation
• Proven ability to design and facilitate training for hourly, frontline, and leadership populations
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred:

• Experience supporting safety, quality, or continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with OSHA, GMP, ISO, or similar manufacturing standards
• Experience training first-time supervisors or team leads
• Lean, Six Sigma, or adult learning certifications

Why This Role Matters

This is a high-impact role with direct influence on safety, productivity, leadership readiness, and retention. You won’t just deliver training—you’ll help shape the future workforce.

If this sounds like a role where you could make a difference—or if someone comes to mind—feel free to reach out or apply directly.

Join our Wisconsin Team!

Director – Organizational Development & Leadership Development

Salary Range: $131,000 – $171,000 annually + potential sign-on bonus

Requirements to Apply

• Master’s Degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Adult Education, Business Administration, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in leadership development, organizational development, or human resources
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise learning and leadership development programs
• Demonstrated ability to partner with executive leaders and guide organizational change initiatives
• Experience developing leadership pipelines, succession planning strategies, and workforce capability programs

Preferred

• Experience supporting complex healthcare systems or multi-site healthcare organizations
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification
• Experience implementing learning technologies or learning management systems
• Background leading large-scale change management initiatives

Director – Organizational Development & Leadership Development Job in Wisconsin – $131K–$171K + Bonus – Full-Time Leadership Role – System Learning & Leadership Strategy

Job Overview

This system-level leadership role focuses on strengthening leadership capability and workforce development across a regional healthcare system. The Director partners closely with executive leadership, HR teams, and physician leaders to design and implement enterprise learning strategies that support leadership growth, succession planning, and organizational transformation.

The role oversees leadership development programs, talent review processes, and organizational effectiveness initiatives across hospitals, physician groups, and corporate service areas. This leader will also guide change management efforts, support executive leadership with organizational design initiatives, and ensure leadership development programs produce measurable improvements in engagement, performance, and leadership readiness.

What Are the Benefits?

• Competitive executive-level salary ($131K–$171K annually)
• Sign-on bonus potential
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plans with employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities

Where?

Wisconsin offers an exceptional balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. Known for its welcoming communities, scenic landscapes, and strong healthcare systems, the state provides access to lakes, outdoor recreation, and year-round activities. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living than many major metro areas while still having access to excellent schools, healthcare, and cultural amenities. With convenient travel access to major Midwestern cities such as Minneapolis, Chicago, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin offers both connectivity and an outstanding quality of life.

Who Are We?

This regional healthcare system serves communities through a network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty care services. The organization is committed to developing strong leaders, building a high-performing workforce, and fostering a culture focused on collaboration, engagement, and continuous improvement. Leaders are empowered to innovate, strengthen teams, and support the mission of delivering high-quality care to the communities they serve.

Job Summary

The Learning and Development Specialist partners with HR leadership and organization leaders to strengthen leadership capability, employee engagement, and workforce effectiveness. This role focuses on delivering and supporting soft-skills training, embedding AIDET, HRO, De-escalation principles, facilitating team-building initiatives, and using workforce insights to support development strategies across the organization.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Analyze workforce data, dashboards, and trends related to staffing, retention, performance, and engagement.
• Translate insights into recommendations that support workforce planning and business decisions.
• Facilitate leadership and staff training programs focusing on communication, coaching, accountability, engagement, and difficult conversations.
• Partner to embed AIDET, HRO, and de-escalation principles into organizational practices and ongoing training.
• Research and develop workforce development programs, career ladders, scholarship opportunities and other educational resources intended to create opportunities, policies, procedures or practices which will promote career growth. Support or manage the implementation and execution of these programs.
• Analyze, and interpret employee engagement surveys, 30-60-90 day check-ins/evaluations, and exit interviews.
• Identify trends and recommend strategies to improve engagement and retention.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate team-building sessions that improve collaboration, trust and communication.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, a related field; or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of experience in organizational development or HR
• Proficient with technology, HRIS systems and MS Office tools.

PREFERRED:

• Experience facilitating training and coaching in a healthcare or service environment.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 97112

Department HUMAN RESOURCES

Shift Days

Shift Hours Worked 8.50

FTE 1

Work Schedule SALARIED GENERAL

Employee Status A1 - Full-Time

Union Non-Union

Pay Range $60k - $85K/Annually

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HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect top specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that drive fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact workforce development and consulting outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution.

Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through an unwavering commitment to exceptional employee experience—establishing a trusted “home base” for our consultants and long-term value for our clients.

We are partnered with Verita, private equity-backed, international engineering and construction services company operating in both Europe and the USA in the telecommunications and energy sectors. In the US they serve their strategic customers nationwide from operations centers distributed throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast. Verita has built a strong track record of consistently delivering high-quality projects, addressing complex technical challenges, and upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

Role Overview:

The Corporate Development Manager oversees the end-to-end acquisition process for Verita's Group in the United States. This role focuses on identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities, conducting rigorous financial and strategic analysis, and leading transactions from initial screening through closing and integration planning.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in the investment community—such as investment banking, private equity, or transaction advisory (Big 4 preferred)—with demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and investment committee preparation. This individual partners closely with executive leadership and the private equity sponsor to ensure acquisitions are strategically aligned, financially sound, and executable. We may also consider candidates in Plymouth, MI (relocation costs negotiable).

Core Responsibilities

1. Target Identification & Pipeline Development

• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and competitive M&A activity in the energy and telecom infrastructure space.
• Develop and maintain a prioritized acquisition pipeline aligned to platform strategy (geography, service lines, revenue size, margin profile).
• Conduct industry mapping and competitive landscape analysis.
• Perform preliminary financial and strategic screening of targets.
• Develop LOI

2. Financial Modeling & Valuation

• Build detailed three-statement financial models for standalone targets and combined pro forma entities
• Determine and apply appropriate valuation methodologies (EBITDA multiples, revenue multiples, precedent transactions, DCF as applicable).
• Develop synergy forecasts (cost and revenue) and integration assumptions.
• Perform return analyses (IRR, MOIC, accretion/dilution).

3. Investment Committee Preparation

• Prepare executive- and board-level materials outlining:
• Strategic rationale
• Historical and projected financial performance
• Risk assessment
• Valuation and transaction structure
• Integration roadmap
• Present findings to senior leadership and private equity sponsor.

4. Due Diligence & Transaction Management

• Lead financial and operational diligence processes.
• Prepare LOI and support in preparation of SPA and other legal documents.
• Coordinate third-party advisors (accounting, legal, tax, insurance, QoE providers).
• -Collaborate with internal stakeholders (finance, legal, operations, technical) and external advisors.
• Manage diligence trackers, data rooms, and transaction timelines.
• Identify transaction risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

5. Post-Close Integration Modeling & Performance Tracking

• Translate underwriting assumptions into measurable post-close KPIs.
• Track synergy realization and performance relative to pro forma forecasts.
• Support executive team in reporting performance to the private equity sponsor.

Candidate Profile

Experience

• 5 years in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, Transaction Advisory or top tier strategy consultancy.
• Strong background in building and owning financial models independently.
• Experience preparing investment or credit committee materials.
• Knowledge of the energy or telecom infrastructure markets in US preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Advanced financial modeling (3-statement, LBO, pro forma consolidations).
• Deep understanding of valuation frameworks and capital structures.
• Ability to assess operational drivers relevant to construction businesses (backlog, project margins, labor productivity, bonding capacity).
• Familiarity with quality of earnings analysis and structured diligence processes.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Organized, self-driven and capable of managing multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Effective communicator with the ability to translate financial analysis into strategic insights.
• Comfortable working directly with executive leadership and private equity sponsors

Why join the team

• Play a central role in building a scaled U.S. telecom and energy infrastructure platform backed by a global industry leader and private equity sponsor.
• Lead acquisitions in high-growth sectors including Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH), hyperscale data center infrastructure, and grid modernization.
• Shape the expansion strategy of a newly formed U.S. platform following a landmark cross-border acquisition.
• Gain direct exposure to C-suite leadership and investors while driving transactions that materially impact enterprise value.
• Join at a pivotal inflection point where consolidation, capital deployment, and infrastructure investment are accelerating nationwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.

HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.

Harford Community College is seeking an experienced and mission-driven professional to lead our Adult Development & Literacy Programs. This role oversees all aspects of programming for Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and GED preparation, as well as job readiness training and the College’s Pearson Vue Testing Center.

The Director is responsible for supervising staff and instructors, managing program budgets and grant funding, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance adult education access and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of adult education and job readiness programs.
• Lead the student intake, assessment, placement, and instructional planning process.
• Supervise and support a team of professional and instructional staff, including clerical support.
• Manage federal and state grants; develop and monitor program budgets.
• Coordinate course scheduling, marketing, and enrollment processes.
• Ensure ongoing professional development for instructors.
• Monitor and evaluate student outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to support workforce development initiatives.
• Oversee the operation and compliance of the Pearson Vue Testing Center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in adult education or workforce development.
• At least 1 year of experience in grant and budget management.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills.
• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations.

Benefits Summary

• Generous paid leave: 23 vacation days, 15 sick days, 3 personal days, and a 2-week winter break
• Comprehensive insurance options: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, legal & identity theft coverage
• Paid basic life and long-term disability insurance; supplemental coverage available
• Participation in a mandatory retirement plan, plus optional 403(b) with College match after 1 year and 457(b) plans
• Tuition waiver for HCC courses and tuition reimbursement for external programs

For Best Consideration, apply by 3/30/2026 using the link below: