Overview

Do you have a passion for building a positive and inclusive work environment while ensuring compliance and best practices in HR? Are you an expert in a specific HR area and eager to share your knowledge with others? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned HR professional to join our team as a Senior HR Specialist. In this role, you will leverage your HR expertise to champion our company culture, manage various HR processes, and serve as a trusted advisor to staff and management. You will play a key role in ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for new team members, maintaining positive team member relations, and fostering a productive work environment.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. This background provides a strong foundation for understanding human behavior in the workplace and developing effective HR strategies, including leveraging data analytics to inform decision-making.

Through industry-leading innovation our company has forged a legacy of quality and safety since our founding in 1916.

What we offer:

A safe, inclusive environment where employees are valued for their contributions

Career planning, development & growth

Outstanding training programs

Why Walbridge:

Large organization with award-winning projects, yet small enough for you to make an impact

Strong values which are the foundation of our growth for over 100 years

International, regional and local recognition for stand-out projects, safety, sustainability, culture, wellness and diversity

Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain all HR records (electronic and physical)

Champion our Walbridge culture of inclusion initiative and promote strong working relationships

Advise on and ensure compliance with EEO, labor classifications, OFCCP, Health Benefits, and Retirement plans

Conduct exit and retention interviews and analyze data to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.

Oversight of onboarding and orientation programs for new team members

Consult with project leaders on HR matters

Monitor substance abuse testing process

Investigate and resolve team member relations issues

Oversee labor postings and signage

Coordinate onsite health and wellness programs

Assist the Corporate HR department with various HR functions, including data analysis projects

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field

Prefer 5 years of HR experience (3 years of experience considered)

Proven expertise in a specific HR specialty area (e.g., recruitment, team member relations, benefits administration)

Proficiency in HR information systems, databases, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint), and data analysis tools (experience with HR analytics software a plus)

Strong understanding of HR principles, practices, and procedures

Excellent time management, organizational, and planning skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with discretion

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Ability to build relationships and work effectively with people at all levels

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Experience working in a unionized environment (ideal but not required)

EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.

CategoryHuman Resources

Work LocationUS-MI-Detroit

ID2024-2124