Human Resources Business Partner

CECO Environmental•Addison, TX

25d•Onsite

About The Position

CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we’ve been addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose-driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you’ll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future. As part of the CECO corporate team, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of our global family of brands. Whether working in finance, HR, IT, accounting, marketing, or another corporate function, your expertise will help drive efficiency and innovation across our organization. By joining CECO, you’ll be part of a company committed to protecting the environment and enhancing industrial operations, all while fostering a collaborative and purpose-driven work environment. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) develops and executes HR strategy in support of assigned business platforms. The role provides broad HR support, including employee relations, workforce planning, recruiting and onboarding, performance management, and organizational development to drive business effectiveness. The HRBP partners closely with leaders to implement HR programs and initiatives, provides coaching and policy guidance aligned with company values, and builds strong cross-functional relationships to support organizational goals and results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressive HR experience, including experience in an HR Business Partner or equivalent advisory role.
This position is required to be on-site four days per week.
Union experience is required and non-negotiable, including direct experience supporting unionized workforces, interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements, and advising leaders on labor relations matters.
Demonstrated experience managing employee and labor relations issues in partnership with Legal, including investigations, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
Strong working knowledge of HR policies, employment practices, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and confidently communicate with leaders, employees, and cross-functional partners.
Proven ability to partner effectively with leadership, demonstrate a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, and operate with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting HR operations in manufacturing, industrial, or highly regulated environments.
Prior involvement in collective bargaining preparation or negotiations.
Experience leading or supporting organizational change, workforce transformations, or restructuring initiatives.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills with experience leading discussions with leadership teams.

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders to execute all annual CECO HR processes, including workforce planning, performance management, goal setting, merit and promotion cycles, employee development, and succession planning.
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing strategic HR guidance aligned with business and operational objectives.
Support organizational design by assessing structure, capability, staffing levels, and skills needed to meet current and future business demands.
Lead and manage complex employee and labor relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, unemployment claims, and employee engagement initiatives, in partnership with Legal as needed.
Demonstrate working knowledge of union contracts and collective bargaining agreements, providing guidance to leaders on contract interpretation, compliance, and labor-related matters.
Drive and support change management initiatives by developing business cases, stakeholder plans, communication strategies, and execution roadmaps to enable successful adoption.
Coach leaders on performance management, including feedback delivery, documentation, corrective action, and compliance with employment practices.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to define role requirements, assess candidates, and support effective selection decisions for key roles.
Advise leaders on compensation-related decisions, including new hire offers, merit increases, market pricing, incentives, and equity-based awards; support annual compensation planning.
Support benefits administration and communication in collaboration with corporate HR partners.
Lead or contribute to HR programs, process improvements, and special projects that enhance organizational effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned.