Enterprise Learning Specialist

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

- Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.

- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.

- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

- Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

- Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

- Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.

- Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) , to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.

- Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?
Reporting to the Team Lead, Learning, the Learning Specialist, Enterprise is accountable for the quality, design, development, and delivery of enterprise-wide and role-based learning solutions that support business performance, workforce capability development, and employee growth across Aecon.

The role applies instructional design expertise, learning technologies, multimedia development, and learner-centred design principles to build and deliver effective learning experiences — partnering with the Learning Business Partner, Enterprise, business and HR leaders, and subject matter experts across the full lifecycle, from diagnosing the need through design, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement, to bring enterprise-wide programs, compliance education, onboarding resources, and role-based learning initiatives to life.

What You'll Do Here:

Learning Solution Design & Development

- Design, develop, and maintain learning solutions that support enterprise-wide programs, compliance education, onboarding resources, and role-based development initiatives, in partnership with the Learning Business Partner, Enterprise, from initial diagnosis through delivery and improvement.

- Partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather, organize, and translate complex business and technical information into effective, learner-centred learning experiences and performance support resources for diverse audiences.

- Create and maintain learning materials, including e-learning modules, facilitator guides, learner resources, job aids, videos, graphics, presentations, and performance support tools.

- Design and develop business-based case studies grounded in real organizational situations, challenges, or decisions, rather than hypothetical or simulated scenarios.

- Apply established instructional design standards, templates, accessibility requirements, and development practices to support consistency and quality across programs.

- Create reusable assets, case studies, tools, frameworks, and templates that can be leveraged across multiple programs and business areas, reducing duplication of learning investments.

- Facilitate instructor-led, virtual, and blended learning sessions, and support train-the-trainer and facilitator readiness activities, as required.

- Leverage emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools to improve learning design efficiency, consistency, and learner experience.

Business Consultation & Capability Support

- Build strong working relationships with business leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts across the enterprise, serving as a key design and development partner within the Enterprise Learning team.

- Contribute design and development insight during needs analysis, helping clarify capability and performance gaps and the learning or performance support response required.

- Provide recommendations on content, format, and delivery approach that inform learning solutions, program enhancements, and curriculum decisions.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

- Translate intended outcomes into clear learning objectives and aligned evaluation measures, in partnership with the Learning Business Partner, Enterprise, and business stakeholders.

- Build evaluation into the solution design from the outset, extending measures beyond participant reaction and knowledge gain to also capture application and behaviour change, in partnership with the Learning Business Partner, Enterprise, and Learning Operations.

- Develop assessments and feedback methods appropriate to the learning solution.

- Review learner feedback, assessment results, and other available evidence to identify improvement opportunities.

- Recommend and implement updates based on findings, stakeholder input, and evolving business needs.

- Partner with the Analyst, Learning Operations to support the effective launch, administration, tracking, and reporting of assigned learning solutions.

- Stay current on learning design, digital learning, AI, and emerging technology trends that may enhance learning effectiveness and learner experience.

What You Bring to the Team:

- 5+ years of demonstrated experience applying adult learning principles, instructional design techniques, and innovative learning solutions, ideally within a large, complex, or operationally intensive organization.

- Experience working with subject matter experts across multiple business areas and translating complex information into accessible, scalable learning materials.

- Demonstrated experience in hands-on design and development of blended learning solutions (i.e., instructor-led, e-learning, virtual-learning, support resources).

- Demonstrated experience designing and developing business-based case studies grounded in real organizational situations, challenges, or decisions, rather than hypothetical or simulated scenarios.

- Experience designing enterprise-wide or role-based programs intended for broad, diverse audiences is considered an asset.

- Experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering, technology, or digital environments is considered an asset.

Technical Proficiency Requirements

- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications including PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, and Word.

- Advanced proficiency in the Articulate 360 Suite (Storyline, Rise), including branching scenarios, interactions, and SCORM-compliant publishing.

- Proficiency with multimedia development tools for video editing, audio editing, and graphic design (e.g., Camtasia, Adobe Premiere/Creative Cloud, Canva).

- Experience using Learning Management Systems, specifically SuccessFactors, including content upload and course configuration.

- Familiarity with other authoring and design tools (e.g., Captivate, Snagit, Vyond or similar) is an asset.

- Working knowledge of AI-enabled content development tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, Mindsmith, Canva AI, text-to-speech/voice generation tools) to accelerate design and development.

- Demonstrated awareness of responsible AI use, including fact-checking, privacy, bias, accessibility, and appropriate handling of confidential or sensitive information

Reason for vacancy: Replacement

The expected salary range for this role is $75,000-$85,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may includecertifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.