Interim Head of Human Resources

About the Role

Our client, a high-growth, publicly traded energy and industrial services company, is seeking an accomplished HR executive to lead their people strategy during a period of significant organizational expansion and transformation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the company's culture, leadership capabilities, and HR infrastructure while working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and improve payroll, benefits, compensation, and related HR programs.
• Partner with business and technical teams on a Workday implementation.
• Transition HR processes from external consultants to internal ownership.
• Lead talent acquisition and staffing strategies across diverse roles.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and workplace conflicts.
• Develop and implement performance management processes.
• Support training and development initiatives, identifying capability gaps.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Partner with the CEO on HR strategy, organizational development, and change management.
• Build scalable people strategies, systems, and processes to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience across multiple disciplines.
• At least 2 years leading an HR organization with direct reports.
• Experience scaling HR functions during growth or transformation.
• Broad expertise in payroll, benefits, compensation, organizational design, workforce planning, talent acquisition, and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (OSHA, FLSA, EEO, ERISA, WARN, FMLA, ADA).
• Experience supporting diverse workforces, preferably in industrial environments.
• Oil & gas, energy, or manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll platforms; Workday experience a plus.

Skills

• Ability to build trust and strong relationships at all organizational levels.
• High degree of urgency, accountability, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capabilities.

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP
• PHR / SPHR

Location and Travel

This position is based in Dallas, TX, with up to 25% travel to corporate offices, operating locations (including Midland), and field/job sites. Field environments may include indoor and outdoor worksites, varying weather conditions, and exposure to industrial hazards.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

This is not a maintenance HR role. The Head of HR will have the opportunity to build, modernize, and scale the HR function while working directly with the CEO and senior leadership team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic, hands-on leader energized by growth and capable of navigating an evolving environment.