HR Business Partner

ColonialWebb is seeking an HR Business Partner to provide HR business solutions support to our dynamic Manufacturing team who builds the mechanical systems for multimillion-dollar commercial construction projects in the heart of Virginia. Go beyond traditional HR – be a trusted partner embedded in the business shaping the landscape of success. Be curious, drive results, and influence the culture of the fastest growing mechanical and electrical contractor in Richmond, VA. This isn’t just a role; it’s an opportunity to work alongside field and operations leaders to support and develop the skilled trade workforce that powers our growth.

Who we are:

At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

 Perks of joining ColonialWebb:

• Competitive salary
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

 A day in the life:

• Act as embedded HR partner to business leaders: Understand and collaborate with leaders to support the strategic direction and talent goals of the business. Coach, counsel and maintain strong working relationships with managers and frontline supervisors. Prioritize the talent needs of our people and develop retention strategies, such as career development opportunities, succession planning, competitive compensation and benefits, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support and drive a “people first” employee experience: Understand the employee perspective through regular conversations, presence on sites, exit interviews, and other touchpoints and feedback. Be a voice for all and communicate concerns and trends to leadership. Support engagement survey initiatives and collaborate with leaders to increase participation, understand, and share results, and act on feedback.
• Analyze and use data and key talent metrics to identify talent risks and to improve teammate experience. Call attention to areas of concern and provide practical solutions.
• Collaborate with managers and teammates to resolve and prevent negative conflict, promote positive relationships, maintain a positive work environment, and support inclusive and diverse teams. As needed, investigate, and recommend resolution of teammate issues, complaints, and misconduct. Manage and mediate teammate situations for appropriate conflict resolution.
• Serve as primary HR liaison and consultant to specific business lines, maintaining visible presence in the business by joining team meetings, visiting jobsites, and regular one-on-one meetings with department managers. Assist local leadership in response to individual specific or organizational emergencies.
• Support onboarding and coaching of new teammates and supervisors (hires, promotions, and internal transfers). Coordinate outside training and discover, design, and facilitate in-house training (as required).
• Analyze internal compensation and benefits to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Perform duties in support of the companywide initiatives and activities: Collaborate with team members across Payroll and Benefits, HR, Learning and Development, and Recruiting to identify trends, best practices, share resources between OUs, and update policies and practices; take lead on specific HR responsibilities on behalf of the enterprise (i.e., Affirmative Action programming, apprenticeship programming, wellness, etc.);
• Collaborate with the Recruiting Team in support of OU talent acquisition activities. Including but not limited to general hiring support, interviewing, manager training, communications, assisting with offer letters and employment questions, and collaborating with hiring managers, recruiters, and talent acquisition specialists, and marketing to enhance our brand in the local market and identify and attract workers.

You should have:

• A minimum of 2 years of human resources experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of study; SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Bilingual in English / Spanish preferred.
• Strong understanding of applicable Human Resources-related federal, state, local regulations, and HR functions (i.e., HR management, development, engagement, employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, etc.).
• Ability to drive results (i.e., takes action, ownership mindset, resourceful, independent, etc.).
• Be a trust builder: Possesses HR knowledge and expertise, understands the business, keeps things simple, applies good judgment and decision-making, relationship builder.
• Possess high emotional intelligence: Self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
• Influencer and Change agent:
  • Curious (asks good questions, uncovers what's most important, interested in "why").
  • Solutions provider (Critical thinker, problem solver, creative).
  • Navigates in the gray vs white/black (abstract vs concrete thinking).
  • Courage to call out the elephant in the room, speak up when others are silent.
• Strong mental toughness/grit (maintains poise, stays objective, adaptable and agile).
• Communication skills (verbal, written) and listening skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Project management skills (including organization and attention to detail).
• Technological proficiency with Microsoft Office, Internet research, and various apps.
• Ability to travel as needed across the Company’s footprint to other operating locations, jobsites, and customer facilities within the Richmond area.

EOE M/W/Disability/Vets

• Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply