Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager for our corporate office in Abingdon, Maryland. GTA is a rapidly growing consulting firm with 650 employees providing geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction observation, and materials testing services across 30 offices in 13 states. Our work is technical, field-enabled, and mission-driven - supporting private real estate clients developing projects that matter.
In this role you will:
- Lead all employee benefits administration; manage broker/carrier/vendor relationships and open enrollment.
- Own multi-state leave management and HR compliance, partnering with internal and external counsel as needed.
- Modernize HR operations by building scalable processes (onboarding, terminations, employee changes, benefits lifecycle).
- Support implementation planning for our first HRIS (target go-live Q3/Q4 2026; modules include onboarding, payroll, and performance).
- Deliver benefits education and manager enablement so employees can increasingly self-serve over time.
What We're Looking For:
- 8+ years of HR experience with strong benefits and compliance ownership.
- Hands-on multi-state leave experience (FMLA + state paid leave).
- Comfortable in ambiguity; a strategic builder who creates scalable, flexible processes to support a fast growing firm.
- Highly responsive, clear communicator (written + verbal), and collaborative team player.
- HRIS experience (implementation leadership not required).
Nice to Have:
Self-insured or level-funded plan experience.
Experience in AEC professional services (engineering, environmental, construction, industrial services etc.).
Why You'll Love Working With Us
We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
- Annual Bonus Potential – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Peace of Mind – with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Invest in Your Future – through our 401(k) with Company Match
- Education Assistance Program – helping you continue to grow and learn
- Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
- Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Stay Connected & Inspired – with free memberships to professional societies
- Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
- Referral Bonuses – bring great people on board and get rewarded
- Recognition That Matters – we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
- Team Spirit & Fun – enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment
We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof. #GTAworkable
