Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness
Partner with leaders to anticipate people needs and proactively address workforce and talent challenges
Translate business strategy into people initiatives that support performance, engagement, and retention
Lead and provide guidance on employee relations matters, investigations, corrective action, and performance improvement plans
Ensure consistent and compliant application of HR policies and practices
Coach leaders on difficult conversations, performance feedback, and employee development
Partner with the Senior Director, People Team on compensation planning, job architecture, benchmarking, and career track implementation
Support performance management processes, talent reviews, succession planning, and career development initiatives
Lead, mentor, and develop members of the People Team, providing direction, coaching, and prioritization of work
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including those applicable to federal contractors

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior HR Business Partner responsibilities with 2+ years’ of experience leading or mentoring HR team members
Experience supporting HR operations in a national, multi-state organization, with working knowledge of state and federal employment laws
Experience in a professional services environment (e.g., construction management, engineering, consulting) preferred
Strong working knowledge of employment law, employee relations, and compliance
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and manage complex people issues
Experience supporting compensation planning, job architecture, and performance management programs
Excellent judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills

People Partner Lead / Senior HR Business Partner

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