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Job Description
Job Description
DPR Construction is seeking a dynamic and experienced Talent Advocate to join our Northwest region. The Talent Advocate is Talent Management/Talent Development/Coaching role who will partner with the Regional Talent Leader and Talent Partner(s) on People Practices strategy, and business plan creation.
This is not a Talent Acquisition or Recruiter role
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or related work experience in Operations, HR, Coaching, L&D
Minimum of 5+ years (Operations, HR, Coaching, L&D)
Coaching Certification recommended. Post-hire certification will be required
Career Counseling is a plus
Construction industry experience is a plus
Bilingual (Spanish and English) is a plus (U.S. roles)
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Moderate/High Travel is expected across the Region or Corporate Services groups
Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrates advanced commitment to DPR core values and culture at an organizational level
Progressive Leadership- Demonstrates leadership of self as well as responsibility for leading others either directly or indirectly
Communication- Listens respectfully with different audiences. Communicates strategically and uses varied communication vehicles and opportunities to promote dialogue in order to develop shared understanding and build consensus.
Collaboration with others- Fosters collaboration, coaches others, leads teams, manages performance and resolves conflicts
Planning and organizing- Makes and executes plans to reach goals supporting organizational success
Partnership- Authentically partners with people through building psychological safety, trust, and empathy
Attention to Detail- Works in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner. Knows the right level of detail to request/provide
Continuous Learning- Identifies and addresses learning and developmental needs to enhance own performance and the performance of others
Emotional Intelligence- Understands the emotions of self and others, managing own emotions, and influencing others
Analytical Thinking- Analyzes and synthesizes information to understand issues, identify options and support sound decision making.
Problem Solving- Identifies the information needed to clarify a situation, seeks that information from appropriate sources, and use skillful questioning to draw out the information
Essential Functions:
Talent management
Individual coaching, performance consulting and development of top talent
Individual Development Plan accountability for Key Seats & Successors as determined by Regional Talent Plan
Top Talent Advocacy, Assessments, Development & Transition Plans as appropriate
Business Unit Leadership Team Development and Organization
Partner with Talent Leader in Talent Reviews, Key Seat Reviews, Succession Planning
Onboarding of Key and Strategic Hires
Partner
Partner with Regional Talent Leader and Talent Partner(s) on People Practices strategy, business plan creation
Actively engage, communicate, and partner with Talent Leader and Talent Partners
Partner with other People Practices resources including HR, DEI, Talent Acquisition, Craft People Practices, L&D, People Practices Technology
Actively participate in regional and national Talent and People Practices meetings
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Anticipated starting pay range:
$115,000.00- $215,000.00
Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs
for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.