HR Manager

Aston Carter • Malvern, AR

15d • $48 - $58 • Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Manager supports day-to-day delivery of core HR programs and operations, with primary responsibility for benefits administration, payroll support, employment compliance, policy implementation, performance management, training, and employee lifecycle processes. The role calls for a detail-oriented, service-focused professional who can partner effectively with employees, operational leaders, vendors, and other HR team members.

The position is based in a modern office adjacent to the Galleria area (Tysons II Mall) and follows a hybrid schedule requiring at least two onsite days per week, including Monday. Onsite parking is available for a fee. The position is contract-to-hire and based in McLean, Virginia.

Requirements

• At least five years of progressive human resources experience, including hands-on benefits administration, payroll support, and employment compliance.
• At least five years of HR management experience in a government contracting environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing HR and employee relations duties, including policy administration, benefits, payroll knowledge, and clearance-related activities.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment requirements and HR compliance reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in HR operations and documentation.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for conveying information to diverse stakeholders.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and a strong employee-service orientation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, operational leaders, vendors, and cross-functional partners.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using ADP HRIS for payroll, benefits, or HR administration.
• Human resources generalist experience across benefits, payroll support, compliance, and employee relations.
• Experience in construction or engineering-focused government contracting environments; construction or engineering experience is described as a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs, including vendor partnership, employee support, monthly reconciliations, annual enrollment, and ongoing plan administration.
• Assist employees with 401(k) questions and direct them to appropriate resources.
• Coordinate benefits compliance activities and communications, including nondiscrimination testing, RxDC reporting, Summary Annual Reports, notices, and filings.
• Partner with the Payroll Specialist to process semi-monthly payroll, including employee changes, hires, terminations, leaves, timesheet updates, and garnishments.
• Support federal and state employment reporting and recordkeeping, including EEO-1, VETS reporting, affirmative action program requirements, California pay data reporting, and other multi-state obligations.
• Compile workforce and compliance information for business proposals, client requests, and internal reporting.
• Maintain Requesting Official Contractor Approval Lists (ROCALs) and coordinate contractor badging and authorized physical or digital access with operational leaders and relevant government or client contacts.
• Support the HR Director in developing, updating, communicating, and consistently administering HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and facilitate annual required compliance training and maintain training completion records.
• Support the annual performance management cycle through communications, system administration, tracking, and guidance to managers and employees.
• Assist with implementing and maintaining organization-wide training and professional development programs.
• Assist with wellness initiatives and financial education seminars in partnership with external providers.
• Maintain the HR section of the company intranet, keeping policies, forms, resources, and employee communications accurate, current, and accessible.
• Provide backup support for employee onboarding and offboarding and related HR operations.
• Provide backup support for travel administration as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contribution options
• Life insurance, including voluntary Life and AD&D coverage for employees and dependents
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager