Manager, Site Human Resources

The Nuclear Company•Columbia, SC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site HR Manager leads all human resources activities at a nuclear construction site. The role ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, fosters a safe and inclusive work environment, and supports the workforce through practical, site-focused HR programs. It is responsible for labor relations, workforce planning, and HR operations in a high-risk, highly regulated construction environment. As an early HR leader in the field, the manager establishes how the company supports and engages a growing site workforce that includes direct employees, craft labor, and contractor partners. The role serves as the trusted HR presence on site, working alongside project leadership and coordinating closely with corporate HR. The company expects employees to use AI, technology, and its Nuclear Operating System as part of their work, including to identify opportunities to automate workflows, improve decision-making, and enhance processes. The role oversees site HR strategy and operations, compliance and labor relations, talent and culture, and coordination of payroll, benefits, HRIS, timekeeping, and workforce-related pay practices. The position is on site and requires eligibility to meet site access and background screening requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a construction or industrial setting.
Experience building or establishing HR processes, policies, and systems in a new or rapidly scaling organization; greenfield site or project experience is ideal.
Working knowledge of HRIS, timekeeping, and payroll systems, including the ability to configure or coordinate site-specific workflows such as shift differentials, per diem, premium pay, and multi-state compliance.
Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and safety regulations.
Experience in nuclear, energy, or another highly regulated industry.
Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with multiple stakeholders.
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to build site HR practices in a new company.
Willingness to work on site and eligibility to meet site access and background screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

Construction experience, including large capital projects or work with union and craft labor.
Experience launching HR operations for a large capital project or construction site, including scaling from a small team to hundreds or thousands of workers.
Experience implementing or integrating HRIS, timekeeping, and workforce management tools across site, corporate, and contractor environments.
Knowledge of Fitness-for-Duty and Access Authorization programs.
PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification.
Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience supporting joint ventures or investor-backed companies.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for site leadership and employees.
Design and implement scalable site HR systems and workflows, including onboarding, timekeeping, payroll inputs, case management, and records retention.
Establish standard operating procedures and templates for investigations, accommodations, return-to-work, and contractor HR coordination.
Build the site HR team over time by defining roles and hiring and developing HR coordinators and specialists as headcount grows.
Develop and implement site-specific HR strategies aligned with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
Partner with project leadership and corporate Talent Acquisition to support workforce planning and site staffing ramp-up.
Ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, OSHA, and other applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Maintain accurate records and reporting to support audits and inspections.
Lead investigations and manage employee relations issues with discretion and integrity.
Support a positive labor environment and work with craft and trade partners to resolve disputes.
Manage accommodations and modified or return-to-work duties for injured workers in coordination with Safety and workers’ compensation partners.
Oversee onboarding and development programs tailored to nuclear site requirements.
Promote career development and succession planning for site personnel.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Support team-building and engagement in a transient, fast-moving project environment.
Manage payroll, benefits, and HRIS processes in coordination with corporate HR.
Oversee timecards, shift differentials, per diem, travel pay, and project-specific premium pay.
Monitor and report HR metrics, including turnover, engagement, and safety-related trends.
Coordinate with corporate HR, Finance, and Legal on policies, compensation practices, and shared-service arrangements between the joint venture and its parent companies.
Leverage AI, technology, and the Nuclear Operating System to improve work and identify opportunities to automate workflows, enhance decision-making, and improve processes.