Human Resources Manager - Generalist

Description

ABOUT DELVE UNDERGROUND

Delve Underground is a leader in underground and heavy civil engineering serving the transportation, water, wastewater, and energy industries. Specializing in tunnel design, we provide practical solutions to the most challenging underground problems. We offer comprehensive design, construction management, and construction claims services, with expertise extending across a wide range of engineering disciplines, including civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Our primary focus is to make a significant impact on the advancement of infrastructure projects, which in turn shape and enhance the communities we serve. Founded in 1954, as Jacobs Associates, Delve Underground is an employee-owned firm with 25 offices and 350 team members throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

We want our employees to make a career doing what they love to do. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and help our team members forge their own path within the company. We support their efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work-life balance. In addition to working hard, we also have fun. We socialize and celebrate achievements at summer picnics, holiday parties, and company outings.

Benefits: Full Benefits Program consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA or HSA, EAP, 401(k), ESOP, and company stock ownership program, 9 Paid Holidays, generous paid-time-off program, Work from home flexibility, and Health & Wellness Reimbursement

Pay Rate: $90,287 - $149,836

Human Resources Manager- Generalist

Join our dynamic team as an HR Manager- Generalist, where your 15+ years of experience will be pivotal in leading and supporting HR functions to drive our company's growth. Candidates based near or open to relocating to one our East Coast office locations are preferred and will be expected to regularly travel to various other Delve Underground offices. This position will report to the HR Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead advanced HR initiatives that support organizational goals.
• Demonstrate initiative, creativity and sound judgment to solve complex HR projects and personnel issues.
• Assist with communication of HR engagement and initiatives across the Company.
• Represent the Firm at local and regional functions to strengthen industry relationships.
• Make strategic decisions with current and future HR implications in mind.
• Actively participate in Company ownership and strategic planning.
• Direct and manage HR projects requiring support staff and resources.
• Develop and lead discussions, workshops, and training sessions on HR initiatives.
• Stay current on HR trends, methods, and developments.
• Ensure quality standards and strong attention to detail for deliverables produced by HR teams.
• Identify new HR and client engagement opportunities.
• Provide input and support for company-wide strategic initiatives.
• Mentor and train HR staff to develop technical and leadership skills.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders on HR and communication strategies.
• Deliver projects on time, on budget, and within scope.

Additional HR Manager- Generalist Traits

• Strong employee relations skills with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively.
• Expertise in compliance and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ability to manage compensation and benefits programs strategically.
• Skilled in performance management systems and driving continuous improvement. Successful implementation of HRIS/HRMS systems including Paylocity or Deltek Vantagepoint integration is advantageous.
• Proficiency in talent acquisition and workforce planning.
• Demonstrated ability to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• High emotional intelligence and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to adapt HR strategies to changing business needs.
• Ability and willingness to travel to Delve Underground Offices.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles.
• Advanced expertise in HR strategies for talent attraction, retention, and culture development.
• Professional certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent required.
• Strong project management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and hold staff accountable.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office and relevant HR software.
• Active participation in professional societies or committees is encouraged.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

Delve Underground is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation reflects the cost of labor across our US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location, experience, knowledge, and skills.

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