Human Resources Manager

Our client, a values-driven construction and general contracting firm focusing on projects that create meaningful, transformative change, is looking for a dynamic and passionate HR Manager.

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for ensuring personnel functions are uniformly applied, operate within the policies and guidelines established, and comply with regulations. Day to day activities include employee relations, benefits administration, salary administration, employee orientation, and regulatory compliance relative to personnel, pay and benefits, and payroll administration. This position is not directly responsible for payroll but works closely with the finance team to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administers the company’s benefit programs including coordination of open enrollments, maintenance of benefit records, consult with employees, and review of benefits to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Reviews and implements policy changes to ensure compliance with legal requirements and HR regulations including but not limited to filing of required annual reports, informing managers on organizational policies such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment.
• Administers the company’s compensation plan including preparation and evaluation of job descriptions, annual merit plan, compensation budgets, and maintenance of compensation records and files.
• Is often the first line consulting with employees and managers on various employment related issues including performance, disciplinary and personal issues providing guidance where appropriate in collaboration with the Senior Director.
• Consults with employees and managers where appropriate for the interpretation of policy, review of disciplinary measures, review of personnel records, and interpersonal conflicts.
• Develops, directs, and implements a compliance program and schedule to review internal company areas for compliance with the OFCCP and other federal contracting requirements.
• Stays informed of new and pending laws and developments related to compliance issues, analyzes requirements, and appropriately revises policies and procedures and ensures communication and implementation of regulatory changes

Knowledge and Skills

• 5-8 years of similar or related experience
• A college degree (BA, BS) in business, human resources, or a related field.
• Experience in industries with strict federal reporting requirements.
• Work with a general contractor is a plus.
• Knowledge of employment law and benefits administration.
• Can demonstrate past examples of exercising discretion and professionalism within a similar position.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and under tight deadlines.