Bilingual HR Business Partner

Haydon Companies•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and established in 1991 on a foundation of grit and long-lasting relationships. The company serves a wide scale of markets with its all-in-one construction solutions including: Building (Commercial), Heavy Civil, Preconstruction, Landscape and Building Information Modeling. Haydon’s unique full-service structure for all major scopes of work enables clients to receive detailed expertise during preconstruction, minimized schedule risk during construction and the best overall value on projects. Haydon offers a full suite of premier modern construction solutions. This includes Earthscapes, a full-service landscaping division, Origin, a modeling and design subsidiary, Desert Infrastructure Services, a manhole rehabilitation services subsidiary, and Omni Electric, an electrical and communication infrastructure construction services company. Whether it’s the roads we drive on or the buildings we work, shop, learn, play and receive care in, Haydon is the one contractor that serves the entire spectrum of the construction industry – and it does so with heart. The company employs quality, passionate people, innovative technology, an open mind and a can-do attitude to construct projects that serve our entire community. For more information, please visit haydon.com. JOB PURPOSE / POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) HR Business Partner who brings a willingness to roll up their sleeves to get the job done. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. As a key member of the Human Resources team, this individual will support both field (craft) and office employees, partnering closely with operations leaders to drive HR initiatives that align with business objectives. This role requires a data-driven, service-oriented professional who is comfortable working in the field, facilitating training, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance across all HR functions. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and confident; capable of navigating complex employee situations while also assisting with core HR processes such as FMLA/leave administration, open enrollment, onboarding, audits, and reporting. Strong Excel and data analysis skills are critical, as this role will support reporting, tracking, and decision-making.

Requirements

Bilingual English/Spanish speaking REQUIRED
Minimum 5 years of experience in an HR Generalist or Manager role, preferably in the construction industry.
Strong working knowledge of employee relations, leave administration, and HR compliance.
Ability to tactfully and diplomatically speak with people and act with discretion
Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, and ability to interpret and communicate data
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications to include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for the purposes of data entry, report creation, and maintenance
Able to work independently or with a team

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
PHR or SHRM-CP certification
Advanced Excel skills
Experience supporting a craft workforce or multi-site operations

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted HR partner to craft employees, supervisors, and leadership teams.
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, and HR best practices.
Proactively address employee concerns and resolve issues both verbally and in writing.
Conduct workplace investigations and support conflict resolution to promote a respectful, inclusive work environment.
Guide leaders through progressive discipline and performance improvement processes.
Administer and support FMLA, Short-Term Disability (STD), and leave of absence processes, including tracking, documentation, and employee communication.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (including EEO and leave regulations).
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records within HRIS systems.
Support internal and external HR audits, ensuring documentation and processes meet compliance standards.
Assist with policy implementation and continuous improvement of HR procedures.
Utilize Excel and HRIS systems to run reports, analyze trends, and support data-driven decisions.
Maintain trackers (LOA, engagement, turnover, etc.).
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through data analysis and reporting.
Facilitate and support HR-related training sessions (e.g., respectful workplace, performance management, compliance topics).
Assist with and/or lead New Hire Orientation (NHO) on a rotating basis.
Support Open Enrollment, including employee education and onsite enrollment assistance.
Participate in jobsite visits to support employee engagement and HR visibility.
Partner cross-functionally with operations, safety, and leadership teams to support workforce initiatives.
Lead or contribute to HR projects focused on engagement, retention, and process improvement.
Provide English/Spanish translation support as needed across HR communications and meetings.
Travel up to 15% to support jobsite needs, investigations, and employee engagement efforts.