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 mentoring and coaching individuals at all levels, including direct reports, peers, and senior executives.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Strong project management capabilities, analytical mindset, and excellent communication skills, with confidence in engaging senior leadership.
• Data-Driven Approach: Comfortable working with data-centric teams and leveraging insights to inform talent strategies.
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated ability to think strategically and align talent initiatives with broader business objectives.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position $200,000 - $265,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:   

• Medical, dental, vision insurance   
• 401k Retirement Plan   
• Health Savings Account (HSA)   
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)   
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability   
• Professional and personal development   
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation