BVCI Senior HR Manager

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The BVCI Senior HR Manager is responsible for the development and execution of human resource (HR) plans to support leadership in the achievement of Black & Veatch union construction (BVCI) business objectives. This position is a member of the Black & Veatch Construction Leadership Team and will lead all HR related activities in the BVCI business including the development and execution of talent strategies. Incumbent will partner with the COE's as needed for the implementation of HR programs. This role is located onsite in Kansas City. Total travel requirements up to 30%, with the ability to travel to sites for up to 10 business days at a time, if needed. Must be willing and able to fly when drive time exceeds six hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
8+ years progressive HR experience in one or more functional areas.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience supporting unionized construction or industrial environments, including hands‑on administration of CBAs.
Experience managing HR in project‑based, field‑oriented organizations with fluctuating workforce demands.
Knowledge of craft labor models, hiring halls, prevailing wage, and project labor agreements (PLAs), where applicable. HR Certification
Proven ability to operate as a strategic HR partner to senior construction and operations leaders.
Demonstrated experience leading, developing, and managing HR professionals in a complex, fast‑paced environment.
Proven ability to deliver results through others, including setting direction, delegating effectively, and holding teams accountable.
Experience influencing leaders in high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environments. Union Direct Hire Construction HR experience
Strong understanding of OFCCP, AAPs, EEO, and federal contractor requirements within a construction context.
Experience balancing compliance with operational realities in the field. Broad basic knowledge of all functional areas in HR.
Demonstrated success leading HR through organizational change, growth, or transformation in a construction or industrial setting.
Ability to coach leaders with varying levels of people‑management experience, including first‑time field supervisors. Strong understanding of HR programs, policies and procedures.
Working financial acumen to understand project economics, labor cost drivers, productivity impacts, and margin sensitivity.
Working knowledge of HRIS and workforce data tools to support construction workforce planning, compliance tracking, and reporting. Global perspective of common business practices and impact on business.
Experience supporting self‑perform construction organizations and/or large EPC or construction‑only project environments
Experience partnering with legal counsel on labor and employment matters

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to BVCI President and leadership team, aligning HR strategies with construction business objectives, labor availability, project risk, safety, quality, schedule and cost performance
Lead, develop, and manage a team of HR Generalists and Specialists supporting the BVCI Union Construction business
Work with the BV Construction HR Director to translate business strategy and project pipeline into forward‑looking workforce and labor strategies, including risk mitigation for labor shortages, skill gaps, and compliance exposure
Leads and oversees staff and craft HR support activities delivered by the HR team, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance
Ensures HR Generalists and Specialists are effectively aligned to project and business priorities
Provide data‑driven insights and recommendations to leadership using workforce metrics, labor trends, and project forecasts. Acts as coach to leaders to foster high-performing teams and positive morale across the business.
Coach, mentor, and develop HR Generalists and Specialists, building capability in union construction HR, labor relations, and strategic business partnership
Partner with the BVCI Labor Relations Director on union labor relations activities, including interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)
Partner with legal, operations, and project leadership on grievances, disputes, investigations, and arbitration preparation, as applicable
Build and maintain productive working relationships with union leadership, business agents, and trade representatives
Ensure consistent application of labor agreements across projects while balancing operational needs, cost, and compliance
Proactively Identify and assess improvement opportunities which will add value. Champion continuous improvement efforts
Lead HR change initiatives supporting business growth, new project types, geographic expansion, and evolving labor strategies
Proactively assess organizational readiness and workforce impacts of change across projects and regions. Ensure fair, consistent and compliant resolution of workplace issues for staff and craft professionals
Coach leaders on managing performance, conduct, and conflict in a unionized, safety‑critical environment
Advise management and professionals on the interpretation of personnel policies, programs and procedures. Seeks to ensure compliance and understanding of HR policies
Analyze and provide advice to management on methods and approaches to resolve employee work problems
Administer (AAP) process and Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) technical compliance. Evaluates statistical reports. Produces annual plans. Prepares compliance reports. Coordinates applicant processing with Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and Staffing to ensure appropriate applicant tracking.
Assure HR programs are carried out in accordance with company’s policies and procedures., and are aligned with federal contracting requirements, union agreements, and construction specific regulations.
Act as liaison between BVCI Construction and corporate functional areas. Partners with HR and Talent Acquisition specialists on HR processes such merit, bonus, goal setting, performance evaluation, supervisory training, succession planning, and performance improvement/discipline.
Lead project‑based workforce planning, including craft and staff mobilization/demobilization, peak labor planning, and alignment to project schedules
Partner with construction leadership to support rapid project ramp‑up and close‑out, ensuring workforce transitions are managed effectively and compliantly
Support field leadership with HR guidance tailored to remote, site‑based, and high‑risk construction environments

Benefits

competitive compensation
401K match
benefits that start day one
flexible work schedules
paid vacation and holiday time
sick time
dependent sick time
company-matched 401k plan
adoption reimbursement
tuition reimbursement
vendor discounts
employment referral program
AD&D insurance
pre-taxed accounts
voluntary legal plan
B&V Credit Union
performance-based bonus program
employee-owners
health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program