What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Reeder General Contractors?
Who we are:
REEDER is a family-built, purpose-driven construction management firm serving Texas schools and communities since 1994. We exist to provide opportunity and add value to the lives of the people we work with — our employees, our partners, and the clients who live and work in the buildings we deliver.
Our culture is grounded in servant leadership, a deep commitment to safety, a belief in treating people like family, and a relentless drive for excellence. We empower our teams to lead, grow, innovate, and take pride in their work. If you’re looking for a place where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact on future generations — you’ll thrive here.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to the organization, with a primary focus on administrative efficiency, benefits and payroll administration, compensation coordination, and driving HR initiatives that promote innovation and continuous improvement. This role is instrumental in ensuring HR processes are accurate, compliant, and aligned with the company’s mission to foster a safe, productive, and people-centered construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Manage day-to day HR administrative operations, including maintaining employee records, preparing correspondence, and supporting HR documentation and reporting.
- Ensure HR files, databases, and HRIS systems are accurate, compliant, and up-to-date.
- Provide administrative support to HR leadership in implementing company-wide policies and programs.
Benefits Administration
- Coordinate the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, disability, retirement, and wellness initiatives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and problem resolution.
- Assist with open enrollment, benefits education sessions, and vendor communication.
Payroll & Compensation
- Support payroll processing activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborate with Accounting/Finance to reconcile payroll records and address discrepancies.
- Assist in maintaining compensation structures, salary surveys, and pay equity analyses.
Key Initiatives, Innovation & Change Management
- Partner with HR leadership to plan and execute HR and organizational initiatives aimed at process improvement, employee engagement, and culture development.
- Support change management efforts by communicating updates, gathering feedback, and assisting with training and rollout of new programs or systems.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR efficiency and employee experience through innovative practices and technology adoption.
Compliance & Employee Relations
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Support employee relations activities by providing administrative assistance for investigations, performance management, and disciplinary processes.
- Promote a positive, respectful, and safe work environment across field and office teams.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 3–5 years of HR generalist experience
- Experience with HRIS systems
- Relevant certifications is a plus (SHRM-CP)
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of HR principles, payroll, and benefits administration.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills; able to partner with field and office personnel.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience with HRIS, ATS, and payroll systems (e.g., ADP Workforce Now, Paycom, or similar).
- Comfort with data reporting, HR analytics, and digital document management tools.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Reeder General Contractors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
We strive to create a workplace environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.