Human Resources Generalist

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and provide assistance to team members on a wide range of HR/people processes throughout the employee lifecycle, including new hire onboarding, training, benefits, payroll, HRIS systems, leaves, etc. and coordinate resolution and/or escalation of all concerns
• Handle employee relations issues, grievances, investigations, disciplinary actions, and provide guidance to management on employee-related matters to maintain a harmonious and productive work environment. Work with employees and their managers to understand perspectives and to guide toward resolution of conflict or issues
• Suggest proactive solutions to address employee and business needs
• Consult with management, HRBPs, Legal, Benefits, or other internal partners on leave of absence and job accommodation requests. Provide recommendations based on company policies and laws and ensure appropriate documentation to support decision
• Support and coordinate offboarding and position elimination activities to ensure a seamless and thoughtful process for affected employees and non-affected managers and employees
• Provide change management support to management and HRPBs
• Partner with dedicated HRBP on issues that are highly complex or present significant risk to the business or company
• Assist with annual performance review process, salary adjustments, and benefits open enrollment
• Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring
• Serve as HR point of contact for field employees and supervisors
• Be an advocate for an inclusive work environment, and assist with team-building initiatives

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Requires 80% travel between West Palm Beach and Miami project sites
• Previous experience as a HR Generalist, Employee Relations Specialist, or other related HR/People Operations role, ideally supporting a large population of hourly/non-exempt employees, ideally in craft labor and/or construction
• Seasoned and proven skills in managing difficult employee relations situations, conflict management, employment law, as well as broad knowledge of Human Resources in general
• Experience with HRIS systems, with experience in Workday a big plus
• Ability to form productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including employees at all levels and external partners
• Experience with Payroll, benefits, and/or open enrollment is preferred
• Independent thinker with exceptional judgment on complex people issues
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with highly sensitive information
• PHR certification is helpful, but not required
• Must be able to travel and work in the office in Fort Lauderdale, FL regularly