Job Description Thieneman Construction is seeking a passionate, people-focused Human Resources Manager to help shape the future of our growing organization. In this pivotal role, the HR Manager will lead key HR functions while building processes that support a thriving, high-performance culture rooted in teamwork, innovation, and integrity. As we continue to grow and expand, we offer tremendous opportunities for personal and professional development. You'll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team, empowered to bring fresh ideas to the table, take initiative, and grow with us. We want our HR Manager to be energized by the idea of being a builder-of people, culture, and best-in-class HR practices. The HR Manager will play a central role in supporting and strengthening the company's day-to-day HR functions while contributing to strategic initiatives that support our employees and leaders. This role will focus across multiple domains, including compliance, benefits administration, policy development and administration, talent acquisition, compensation research, performance processes, and HR systems management. Working directly with the Director of HR, this individual will be responsible for ensuring HR operations align with organizational goals, maintain legal compliance, and support a strong employee experience. The HR Manager will also serve as a trusted partner to employees and supervisors, helping to ensure clarity, consistency, and care in every aspect of the employee's experience. This role requires both a strategic mindset and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to HR administration. The HR Manager will help implement HR best practices, improve processes and build scalable systems as we grow. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative-someone who can roll up their sleeves to get things done while contributing to the bigger picture. They will be instrumental in advancing our HR infrastructure, improving systems and policies, and delivering an exceptional employee experience across all levels of the organization. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves building from the ground up, and is excited to be part of a company where HR is valued as a strategic partner. Key Responsibilities - Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. - Develop, update, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook in alignment with legal requirements and company values. - Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including annual open enrollment, employee education, and vendor coordination. - Conduct compensation and benefits research and make recommendations to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity. - Manage end-to-end recruitment efforts using platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and industry-specific boards to source and screen candidates. - Maintain and optimize HR management systems (HRIS, ATS), ensuring accuracy, functionality, and user adoption. - Conduct internal audits and oversee documentation for regulatory or internal compliance purposes (I-9s, EEO, FMLA, etc.). - Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes to ensure a seamless and professional experience. - Collaborate with the HR Director on employee relations, investigations, and coaching initiatives. - Create and maintain HR dashboards, reports, and data tracking systems for decision-making and metrics. - Identify areas to streamline, standardize, or improve HR processes Goals and Deliverables - Conduct a full audit of existing HR policies, practices, and systems for compliance and efficiency. - Revise and roll out an updated Employee Handbook with input from legal counsel and leadership. - Streamline benefits administration processes and improve employee understanding and utilization. - Launch and manage a modernized job posting and recruitment workflow, decreasing time-to-hire. - Research and benchmark compensation and benefits against industry standards, and present at least two recommendations for improvement. - Assist in implementing a new performance review process or support updates to existing systems. - Create templated HR reports and KPIs to support strategic HR planning. - Serve as a go-to subject matter expert for HR systems, compliance questions, and best practices. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. - 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with focus in compliance, benefits, and recruitment. - Working knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, etc.) and HR best practices. - Proficiency in using HR software systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP, BambooHR, etc.) and recruitment platforms. - PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred Essential Skills and Competencies - Solid understanding of federal and state employment law and compliance processes. - Experience in managing or supporting employee benefits programs and vendor relationships. - Ability to conduct market-based compensation research using tools like Salary.com, Payfactors, or benchmarking surveys. - Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, talent sites, and data reporting tools. - Ability to draft, update, and interpret HR policies and procedures. - Skilled in creating organized documentation and maintaining accurate employee records. Responsibilities and performance expectations: The HR Generalist
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