Human Resources Project Director

Ferrovial•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Project HR Director is the top human resources leader on a project and oversees its HR systems, policies, and practices. These areas include recruiting and staffing, performance management, employment and regulatory compliance, employee development and training, policy development and documentation, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, and employee safety. The director advises and leads on HR decisions and serves as the communication liaison between Corporate Human Resources and the project. The role partners with project leadership to deliver HR services, manages the HR budget and performance processes, guides leaders and employees on employee relations matters, and ensures policies and practices meet legal and regulatory requirements. The director also leads blue-collar recruitment and the HR team, supports accurate and timely payroll, maintains personnel records, and works to improve HR practices and the employee experience. The position serves as a culture leader, helping apply company values throughout the employee lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in human resources, including at least 3 years in a strategic management role.
Experience in talent management, organizational design, total rewards, training and development, compliance, and employee engagement.
Experience working with multiple cultures and remote teams.
Familiarity with state and federal employment laws, guidelines, and best practices.
Experience leading organizations with at least 500 employees.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or SHRM-CP certification desired.
Experience in construction, heavy civil, or a related industry strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with leadership to set HR strategy and deliver services including recruitment, compensation, benefits, employee development, payroll, and policy development.
Develop and manage the HR budget, analyze it, and submit revisions twice a year.
Lead annual performance evaluations and objective-setting processes, ensuring alignment with corporate practices.
Coach management on employee development and corrective action methods.
Evaluate, respond to, and resolve human relations, labor relations, and work-related problems.
Counsel or coach leaders and employees on employee relations issues, including performance management, complaints, discipline, and terminations, in line with local culture and the business legal environment.
Advise the Leadership Team on HR matters to support compliance.
Represent the company on unemployment claims, EEOC issues, and workers’ compensation insurance audits.
Manage and direct blue-collar recruitment processes.
Provide the Executive Team with data on HR activities as needed.
Keep HR policies and procedures up to date and legally compliant.
Communicate HR policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations to employees and management.
Collaborate to ensure payroll is completed accurately and on time.
Maintain permanent personnel records to meet regulatory requirements.
Lead and develop the Human Resources team to provide service and support to employees.
Identify efficient methods and improvements within HR practices.
Lead culture initiatives to create an exceptional employee experience from initial interaction through retirement.
Perform additional duties as assigned.