Human Resources Manager / Director

Location: Hamilton Twp., Mercer County New Jersey 08691

Company: Heavy Civil Construction Firm

Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Position Overview

The HR Director provides strategic and operational leadership across all Human Resources functions for a heavy civil construction company operating in New Jersey. This role is responsible for driving workforce planning, talent acquisition, compliance, labor relations, performance management, benefits administration, and organizational development.

Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with company goals and workforce needs.
Advise executive leadership on organizational design and staffing plans.
Lead HR planning for project mobilizations and seasonal workforce fluctuations.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Oversee recruitment for field, union shops, and office positions.
Coordinate workforce forecasting with project teams.
Maintain industry networks and craft-labor pipelines.

Employee Relations & Labor Compliance

Provide guidance on employee relations matters.
Ensure compliance with NJ labor law, DOT, FMCSA, I-9, and EEO requirements.
Maintain positive labor relations, including union interactions when applicable, conduct investigations in office and on construction job sites

Performance Management

Oversee performance review programs and coaching frameworks.
Partner with supervisors to address performance concerns.

Compensation & Benefits

Manage benefits administration and leave policies.
Review job classifications, pay scales, and prevailing wage issues.

Training & Development

Lead onboarding programs and ensure jobsite training completion.
Develop leadership training for supervisors and project managers.

HR Operations & Compliance

Maintain HRIS integrity, reporting, and documentation.
Oversee policy management, handbook updates, and regulatory reporting.
Ensure consistent HR policy application across all business units.
Oversee Workers Comp. Claims
FMLA
PTO Tracking

Qualifications Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of NJ/PA/NY labor laws and employment compliance.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Preferred

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
Experience in construction, heavy civil, or infrastructure industries
Experience with union environments and prevailing wage requirements.
Familiarity with construction HRIS platforms.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and execution
High integrity and confidentiality
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building ability
Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through

Working Conditions

Office-based with regular interaction at jobsites, yards, and project meetings. Must be able to travel to NJ/PA/NY region project locations as required.

All work in office.

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