VP, Talent Management

Description

Michael Baker International is seeking a passionate and seasoned VP, Talent Management, with experience in developing and implementing strategic talent initiatives including talent assessments, succession planning, performance management and career pathing resulting in organization growth and enhanced employee engagement.

The VP will also oversee our Culture & Belonging team.

The VP, Talent Management, will foster a culture of continuous development, ensuring that talent strategies are aligned with business objectives with a data-driven and people-centric approach, leveraging analytics to make informed recommendations for talent programs.

Reporting to the CHRO, the VP will bring a strategic vision, innovative mindset, and collaborative leadership style to the HR and business teams.

A close working partnership with the HRBP team and Learning Leader is a critical component of the role.

The role is hybrid and can be located anywhere across the United States.

Responsibilities Include:


* Lead Succession Planning : Drive the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of succession programs to identify and develop high-potential talent.


* Career Pathing Strategy : Collaborate with Total Rewards to design and implement a comprehensive Career Pathing Framework that supports employee growth and organizational needs


* Performance Management Oversight : Manage the performance management lifecycle, incorporating best practices and innovative approaches to enhance effectiveness.


* Talent Metrics & Insights : Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of talent initiatives, ensuring data-driven decision-making.


* Team Leadership & Development : Inspire, coach, and empower team members to achieve their full potential and deliver strategic goals.


* Culture & Belonging : Provide strategic leadership to the Culture & Belonging team, fostering an engaging workplace environment.


* Change Management : Serve as a trusted advisor on change management strategies for all Talent Management initiatives.


* Vendor & Budget Management : Oversee departmental budget planning and manage third-party vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery.


* Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with HR and business leaders to assess, refine, and elevate existing talent programs.


* Competency Modeling : Maintain and evolve role-based competency models to align with organizational goals and talent strategies.


* Strategic HR Initiatives : Contribute to enterprise-wide HR projects and people initiatives that drive business transformation and employee engagement.

Qualifications


* Experience : Minimum of 10 years in Talent Management, with a Bachelor's degree required.


* Expertise : Proven track record in coaching, succession planning, performance management, and career pathing, with a strong ability to influence and drive change.


* Leadership : Skilled in m...