Director of People & Culture

GMi•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of People & Culture is responsible for leading and supporting all aspects of the employee experience, from recruitment and onboarding to engagement, development, and retention. This role serves as a culture ambassador for GMi and plays a critical role in building a positive, high-performing, and people-focused environment across the organization. The Director of People & Culture partners closely with leadership, operations, and employees to support company growth, strengthen employee engagement, maintain compliance, and uphold GMi’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and teamwork.

Requirements

Team player capable of collaborating across departments and supporting all levels of the organization.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to build relationships and create a positive employee experience.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize changing workloads.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.
Experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, and office operations.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to adapt quickly and support multiple functions simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to organize events, manage projects, and execute initiatives with attention to detail.
Minimum 3 years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, Office Management, or a similar role.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HRIS systems, recruiting platforms, and employee records management preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred.
Experience in the construction industry or a fast-paced operational environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried employees, including job postings, interviews, offers, and workforce planning.
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for employees within the assigned market.
Support employee relations by coaching managers through disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and employee concerns.
Serve as a culture ambassador by promoting employee engagement, recognition, and morale initiatives throughout the office and field.
Coordinate employee recognition programs, celebrations, condolences, and company culture initiatives.
Oversee employee development initiatives, reviews, compensation changes, and Employee Development Programs (EDPs).
Ensure compliance with hiring processes, background checks, drug screenings, onboarding documentation, and employment verifications.
Support and educate employees on company benefits, including ESOP, 401(k), PTO, health insurance, and additional company programs.
Manage office operations, including vendors, office supplies, maintenance, travel arrangements, and workplace organization.
Plan and coordinate office events, employee functions, career fairs, community involvement, and company-sponsored events.
Assist with marketing and promotional initiatives while maintaining GMi brand standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with employees, managers, clients, vendors, and industry partners.
Maintain employee records and ensure confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to company policies.
Contribute strategically to employee retention, engagement, and overall organizational growth.