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Senior Human Resources Generalist

The Weitz Company
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/8/2026
Are you an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist looking to join an organization with a collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented culture? The Weitz Company is hiring a Senior HR Generalist to support our Mission Critical business unit. The Senior HR Generalist will play an instrumental role in bolstering our culture, enhancing the employee experience, building trusting relationships with leaders, and ensuring project teams are positioned for success. This role includes a strong employee relations component and will serve as a key partner to consult and advise leaders on a wide range of employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, performance management and corrective action, employee concerns, and conflict resolution.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do

  • Partner with business unit leadership to support day-to-day HR needs and build strong, trusted relationships
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations matters, including investigations, performance concerns, corrective action, and conflict resolution
  • Counsel employees on career path and development opportunities, establish policies/procedures, and other HR related matters
  • Collaborate with management to identify employee development opportunities
  • Facilitate and implement employee enhancement initiatives including staff recognition, mentorship program, training initiatives, new employee onboarding, and new hire check-ins
  • Facilitate the offboarding process including separation details and conducting exit interviews
  • Assist and coach managers on performance reviews, ongoing performance management, and delivering clear, actionable feedback
  • Facilitate employee relocations by collaborating with HR team, project teams, employees, and relocation vendor to ensure a seamless transition
  • Provide day-to-day HR support to employees
  • Maintain accurate personnel records and HRIS data
  • Track applicable state and local compliance updates
  • Ensure timely, thorough, and well-documented case management and employee records.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience:
    • 5 years of experience in an HR role with strong emphasis in employee relations
    • Demonstrated experience handling complex workplace investigations, performance management, and corrective action processes
    • Proven ability to coach and consult with leaders through sensitive or high-impact employee situations
    • Degree in HR, business management, or related field is strongly preferred
    • SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus
    • HR experience in the construction or manufacturing industry is a plus
  • Skills:
    • Employment law/regulation adherence and application
    • Ability to build positive relationships and connect with others
    • High attention to detail
    • High level of initiative, drive, and professionalism
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Strong judgement and conflict resolution skills
    • Ability to enhance the employee experience and assist in the development of team building efforts
    • Desire to work in a collaborative, supportive, team environment
    • Support an inclusive environment for all employees
    • Ability to navigate sensitive or ambiguous situations with sound judgment
    • Strong documentation and follow-through discipline


  • Technology:
    • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
    • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Rewarding Bonus Program
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
  • Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fully Paid Parental Leave
  • Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
  • Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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