Human Resources Manager

Adams Construction Company • Roanoke, VA

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About The Position

Adams is a 79-year-old asphalt paving firm based in Roanoke, Virginia. Since 1946, Adams has participated in the construction of every interstate throughout Virginia and most of the primary highways. Throughout the Company's growth in Virginia and into North Carolina, we have strived to maintain a family culture in a corporate world. We are a values-based Company looking for an energetic individual that embraces integrity, leadership, relationships, and teamwork to fill this very important and critical role. Our star candidate will be energetic, highly responsive, self-confident, dedicated, disciplined, highly organized, self-motivated, interested in helping others be their best, a forward thinker, and capable of working independently to identify and solve challenges. This role is based in Roanoke with one direct report, but responsible for implementing and coordinating our HR and related activities within our five divisions (Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Petersburg, Bedford, Lynchburg, and Danville). This position is provided a company vehicle and requires frequent travel to our divisions and field crews to assure care for our employees, and compliance and understanding with policies and programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources management or closely related field
• 5 years of experience managing HR function to achieve business goals
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Ability to balance strategic direction with hands-on field work across a large company footprint
• Demonstrated continuous advancement in areas of responsibility
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently or with a group, be highly responsive, multitask, problem solve, and implement innovative processes
• Positive interpersonal skills with the ability to adjust style as needed to develop effective relationships with all levels of leadership, employees, and peers

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years' experience managing HR in a variety of functions to achieve business goals
• HR Generalist background in a field-based construction or construction related environment
• Professional certification, such as with PHR, SHRM or SPHR
• Experience with Vista by Viewpoint HR module

Responsibilities

• Counsel and coach on topics including, but not limited to, performance management, people, organization, and culture to support an engaged employee group capable of achieving business goals
• Provide sound advice and recommendations on the human, organizational, and cultural implications of business decisions and issues
• Facilitate clear, effective communication of corporate values, messages, policies and practices
• Respond to sensitive employee relations issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations and civil rights complaints
• Represent the company for any unemployment claims
• Oversee and/or organize/conduct new employee orientations
• Develop and maintain affirmative action program; file EEO-1 Report annually
• Identify staffing and recruiting needs; develop and execute best practices for hiring and talent management
• Serve as the company's EEO Officer and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Liaison
• Prepare and maintain accurate employee records
• Provide support, guidance and training to management and supervisors
• Assist executive management with succession planning and growth plans
• Diagnose gaps between the Company's current and desired organizational performance and deploy strategies to resolve
• Assist with seasonal layoffs and unemployment communication
• Plan and facilitate company's Spring Supervisor and Division Meetings
• Track Employee Training
• Coordinate with company's Safety Director on workplace injuries and accident investigation
• Promote, maintain, and coordinate employee recognition programs
• Compile information and generate reports as requested
• Assist supervisors with interviews and hiring as requested
• Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy
• Conduct data entry into HR module of Viewpoint
• Assist employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes
• Organize the open enrollment benefits process
• Promote communication and relationships with benefit providers and company broker
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization's goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Entertainment/Amusement Discounts
• Company Vehicle

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree