Human Resource Manager (HR)

CSEngineering•Bethesda, OH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

CSEngineering is seeking a Human Resource Manager to oversee HR operations, employee relations, and compliance in a federal government contracting environment. The role requires extensive GovCon experience, knowledge of federal labor regulations, and the ability to support employee engagement, talent management, and a positive organizational culture. The HR Manager oversees the human resources department and ensures compliance with federal contracting regulations. The position includes regular outreach to CSE employees deployed at customer locations across the U.S. and overseas, as well as to clients, to support service delivery, morale, and workplace operations. The role reports to the COO and is based in Bethesda, Maryland, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive HR experience.
Proven experience working in the government contracting (GovCon) ecosystem.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to explain policies, brief executives, draft professional documents, and listen empathetically to employee concerns.
Demonstrated commitment, loyalty, integrity, reliability, and dependability in handling sensitive and confidential information.
A personable, approachable, and proactive manner, with the ability to build trust and manage interpersonal relationships across organizational boundaries.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR certification.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary champion for CSE personnel, maintain an open-door policy, resolve complex employee relations matters, and cultivate a supportive, inclusive, mission-driven culture.
Conduct regular outreach to employees and customers to assess satisfaction, anticipate personnel needs, mitigate retention risks, and strengthen professional partnerships.
Oversee Service Contract Act compliance, DCAA-compliant timekeeping protocols, security clearance tracking assistance, and alignment with federal labor laws and FAR human resource requirements.
Coordinate with the recruitment team and conduct onboarding, performance evaluation cycles, training programs, and benefits administration.
Advise senior leadership, operations, and program managers on sensitive personnel and compliance matters, using frameworks such as “Observe, Risks, and Recommendations.”