HR Business Partner

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for field employees, supervisors, and project managers.
• Provide guidance and resolution on employee relations issues, performance concerns, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
• Conduct regular job site visits to maintain visibility, build relationships, and assess workforce needs.
• Promote a positive employee experience and foster employee engagement across field operations.
• Partner with operational leaders to support workforce planning, staffing strategies, and organizational effectiveness.
• Coach managers on employee performance, leadership development, conflict resolution, and policy application.
• Provide HR insights and recommendations to support business goals and project success.
• Support recruiting efforts for field and skilled trade positions.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify workforce needs and fill critical roles.
• Facilitate onboarding programs that ensure successful integration of new employees into field operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of construction industry labor practices and workforce requirements.
• Support workplace safety initiatives in partnership with Operations and Safety teams.
• Assist with audits, investigations, and compliance reporting as needed.
• Support performance review processes and employee development initiatives.
• Identify training needs and coordinate development opportunities for field personnel and leaders.
• Assist with succession planning and retention strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum of 3 years supporting field-based, construction, manufacturing, industrial, or similar operational environments.
• Strong employee relations and conflict resolution experience.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to travel regularly to construction sites and field locations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build credibility and trust with employees at all organizational levels.

Preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Previous experience supporting a multi-site construction workforce.
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR preferred.
• Experience with HRIS systems and workforce analytics.