Human Resources (HR) Business Partner
About The Position
Gemma Power Systems is hiring a bilingual Spanish Human Resources Business Partner/Employee Care Field Coordinator for project-based work in Texas, with assignments at project sites across the country. This is a full-time, in-person position with an immediate start. The role serves as the on-site HR partner for employees and project leaders, working closely with project leadership and the Home Office Employee Care (HR) team to support the employee lifecycle and project operations. The coordinator supports recruiting and onboarding, employee records and HRIS administration, benefits, compliance, employee relations, workplace investigations, leaves, separations, unemployment claims, retirement plan administration, and field-based HR systems. The role also implements and hosts employee training and development programs at construction sites and supports employee communications. Success requires sound judgment, discretion, strong organization, approachability, and the ability to balance compliance with practical, compassionate employee support. Gemma Power Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Argan Inc. and an Engineering, Procurement and Construction company serving the power and renewable industries. The company describes its experience as more than 22 GW of installed capacity across projects in the continental United States. It is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Bilingual Spanish skills are required.
- Minimum of 3 years of HR experience.
- Solid understanding of employment laws, HR best practices, and risk management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High integrity and discretion when handling confidential information, including HIPAA, privacy laws, and company policies.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Technical aptitude and comfort supporting HR and IT systems.
- Willingness to travel and relocate to support project sites throughout the United States.
- Ability to work overtime or weekends as project needs require.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams.
Nice To Haves
- HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.
- Construction or project-based industry experience.
- Experience with HRIS software; ADP Workforce Now is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Recruit and onboard craft and staff employees, including sourcing, interviewing, scheduling, and coordinating pre-employment requirements as needed.
- Own on-site onboarding and orientation in coordination with the Safety Team.
- Maintain accurate, compliant employee records in the HRIS and generate reports and audits to support analytics and controls.
- Administer I-9 and E-Verify processes in accordance with company practices and federal and state regulations.
- Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee benefits communications.
- Partner with the Home Office Employee Care (HR) team on training programs, compliance tracking, and recordkeeping.
- Coordinate with Safety to ensure required labor law postings are current and visible.
- Support and guide consistent application of employment policies and practices.
- Advise employees and project management on employee relations, attendance and performance management, and resolution of workplace concerns.
- Conduct or support workplace investigations and maintain appropriate documentation in coordination with HR leadership.
- Manage leaves of absence, including FMLA and ADA matters, in coordination with the Home Office.
- Support employee separations, unemployment claims, and offboarding processes.
- Assist with 401(k) administration.
- Help implement and support digital, field-based HR systems and tools.
- Gather supporting documentation, prepare and submit unemployment claim responses, participate in hearings, and coordinate with TPAs and project sites to support timely claim resolution.
- Implement and host employee training and development programs at construction site locations.
- Maintain employee and personnel files and recordkeeping in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Support development, maintenance, and distribution of employee communication materials and resources.
Benefits
- Professional and career growth opportunities.
- Competitive paid time off and paid holidays.
- Comprehensive nationwide health and welfare benefits.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Financial planning and savings resources.
- Company-sponsored events.
- A culture that values work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
