Senior Human Resources Business Partner

CDM Smith • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CDM Smith is currently seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to support the North America Unit (NAU) and Industrial Unit (IND). Reporting to and working in partnership with the Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, this role provides strategic HR leadership and helps drive initiatives that support business objectives. The Senior HR Business Partner plays a key role in managing organizational risk, ensuring compliance with company policies and practices, and serving as a trusted advisor to Unit Presidents, leadership teams, managers, and employees. This position partners closely with business leaders on talent strategy, workforce planning, employee relations, compensation, employee development, and other HR programs that enable the business to achieve its goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to successfully manage moderately complex projects to a successful outcome.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align people strategies with operational and business objectives.
• Ability to use workforce data and business insights to identify trends and inform decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills when handling sensitive or complex employee matters.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications at an intermediate to advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist, preferably within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Current SHRM-CP or PHR credential.
• Experience supporting senior leaders or executive-level business partners.
• Experience with workforce planning, succession planning, organizational development, and change management initiatives.
• Experience utilizing workforce metrics, people analytics, and talent data to develop recommendations and support business decisions.
• Familiarity with Canadian employment practices and programs.
• Ability to travel on a varying basis within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership and guidance to Unit Presidents, leadership teams, managers, and employees across North America, ensuring alignment with enterprise HR strategies, policies, and programs.
• Administer a broad range of HR functions including employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, engagement, workforce and succession planning, employee development, performance management, organizational development, HRIS, recruitment support, relocation, and immigration.
• Identify emerging workforce trends and organizational challenges and partner with business leaders to develop practical, business-focused solutions.
• Support workforce reviews, talent planning, and succession discussions while helping leaders identify high-potential talent and build development plans for critical roles.
• Apply workforce data, talent metrics, engagement results, and other people insights to identify trends, assess organizational health, and support business decisions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, managing conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, grievances, and workplace concerns while ensuring compliance and minimizing organizational risk.
• Provide guidance and support related to Canadian employment programs, coordinating with Payroll, Benefits, and other HR teams on matters affecting Canadian employees.
• Partner with Corporate HR teams and business leaders to address organizational challenges and deliver integrated HR solutions.
• Advise managers on performance management, employee development, coaching, and feedback strategies that support employee growth and business performance.
• Lead or contribute to HR initiatives, projects, and program development efforts that drive organizational effectiveness and improve employee experience.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the HR function and broader organization.

Benefits

• We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow.
• We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment.
• We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior