HR Business Partner

Marek•Houston, TX

About The Position

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a trusted advisor and hands-on partner to leaders and teams at MAREK, a family-owned construction company. The role connects HR strategies with project and operational needs, supports business goals, and helps create an engaged, capable workforce. The HRBP builds relationships, learns the company’s operations, and contributes to a people-focused culture where employees feel valued and supported. The position partners with managers on workforce planning, team structure, staffing, performance coaching, career development, succession planning, and leadership development. It also supports employee engagement and retention, employee relations and conflict resolution, onboarding and orientation when the HR Assistant is unavailable, compensation, benefits, leave programs, recordkeeping, reporting, and HRIS data management. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of HR experience, preferably in a business partner or generalist role.
At least 3 years of experience in business and/or operational roles outside of HR.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trust and influence.
Ability to learn quickly and genuine interest in understanding construction operations.
Passion for employee engagement and organizational culture.
Knowledge of HR fundamentals and employment practices.
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Clear communication and active listening skills.
Excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Ability to balance people priorities with business realities.
Ability to multitask effectively and drive multiple priorities at the same time.
Solution-minded and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with leaders to align workforce strategies with operational priorities.
Understand project workflows and business needs to provide practical HR solutions.
Advise on team structure, staffing, and development to support performance and growth.
Build relationships across departments to support employee engagement and retention.
Partner with managers on performance coaching and career development.
Support succession planning and leadership development efforts.
Champion a culture of respect, collaboration, high performance, and accountability.
Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and retention.
Serve as a resource for employees and managers to support a positive, collaborative work environment.
Provide guidance on day-to-day employee relations and conflict resolution.
Assist with onboarding and orientation when the HR Assistant is unavailable.
Support compensation, benefits, and leave programs.
Support HR operations, including recordkeeping, reporting, and HRIS data management.
Perform other duties as assigned.