Sr. Human Resources Manager

SOM • New York, NY

38d • $130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things. Success at SOM Means Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm. Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work. Position Responsibilities Trusted advisor to the Partnership, CPO, and Principals to align and drive Firm culture for our New York and Washington DC offices. Critical member of the firmwide HR Leadership team. Provide talent management and human resources support driving performance management, compensation planning, employee relations, and other talent initiatives in support of local offices and firm. Collaborate closely with employees and supervisors on policies, programs, and strategy. Formulate and implement programs, and initiatives that foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture and aligns with business objectives in collaboration with the firmwide HR team and office leadership. Assess training needs and make program recommendations to the CPO that will support employee growth and development. Collaborate closely with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to define hiring needs and ensure a consistent, best-in-class candidate experience. Manage compensation decisions for new hires and staff in close collaboration with local leadership. Use data-driven insights to inform executive decision-making and measure organizational health. This involves optimizing HR systems, ensuring data integrity, and leveraging HR metrics to drive process efficiency. Reduce risk to the Firm by acting as a liaison between leaders and employees by consulting and managing grievances and resolving complex employee relations cases. Strong understanding of local, state, government, and immigration laws. Support supervisors and employees knowledge and understanding of policy/legal issues in the workplace. Perform other tasks and responsibilities that may be required for this role. Leadership Responsibilities Directly supervises, trains, and mentors team members. Engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews. Demonstrates leadership in the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge. Creates and drives new ways of working through contributing to the development of services, standards, procedures based in an understanding of the business principles that protect SOM from financial and legal risk. Are you ready to join a team of creative professionals working on transformational projects around the world? Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to build a better future with SOM. Our Culture: Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you’ll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world. We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy as well as additional information such as a privacy notice for California residents and how to apply offline. For more about SOM: www.som.com Portfolios must be submitted for all design and project management positions (Architecture, Interiors, City Design, Graphics, etc). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV. SOM consists of a diverse, interdisciplinary group of architects, engineers, planners, interior designers, and more. We hire talented people who are passionate about design and offer a rewarding career experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 12+ years of experience as a Human Resources Manager with at least 6 or more years’ management experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must possess the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion with regards to project, business and personnel matters.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and ability to respond with urgency to requests in a fast-paced work environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral/written communication, and presentation skills with a polished and professional presence.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable local, state and federal employment law.
• Proven ability in problem identification, problem solving and conflict resolution.
• High level of proficiency with applications such as Google Workspace and Workday.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in professional services and/or architecture/engineering/construction (A/E/C) industry is a plus.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Trusted advisor to the Partnership, CPO, and Principals to align and drive Firm culture for our New York and Washington DC offices.
• Critical member of the firmwide HR Leadership team.
• Provide talent management and human resources support driving performance management, compensation planning, employee relations, and other talent initiatives in support of local offices and firm.
• Collaborate closely with employees and supervisors on policies, programs, and strategy.
• Formulate and implement programs, and initiatives that foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture and aligns with business objectives in collaboration with the firmwide HR team and office leadership.
• Assess training needs and make program recommendations to the CPO that will support employee growth and development.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to define hiring needs and ensure a consistent, best-in-class candidate experience.
• Manage compensation decisions for new hires and staff in close collaboration with local leadership.
• Use data-driven insights to inform executive decision-making and measure organizational health. This involves optimizing HR systems, ensuring data integrity, and leveraging HR metrics to drive process efficiency.
• Reduce risk to the Firm by acting as a liaison between leaders and employees by consulting and managing grievances and resolving complex employee relations cases.
• Strong understanding of local, state, government, and immigration laws.
• Support supervisors and employees knowledge and understanding of policy/legal issues in the workplace.
• Directly supervises, trains, and mentors team members.
• Engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews.
• Demonstrates leadership in the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.
• Creates and drives new ways of working through contributing to the development of services, standards, procedures based in an understanding of the business principles that protect SOM from financial and legal risk.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities that may be required for this role.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
• Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
• Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our approach to flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees