Construction Field HR Generalist — Lead Employee Relations

Keller North America, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Keller North America, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to support field and non-field employees, partnering with operations to drive compliant, practical HR solutions across the business. The role focuses on employee relations, investigations, coaching leaders, and proactive engagement in a construction-driven environment.

Based in the United States, the position emphasizes timely issue resolution, leadership development, and risk management while traveling to field locations as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with strong focus on employee relations.
• Experience supporting field-based or multi-site operations (construction, industrial, or similar environments preferred).
• Strong judgment and ability to navigate complex employee situations.
• Proven ability to coach and influence frontline leaders.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day employee relations matters, including performance concerns, conduct issues, and discipline.
• Conduct and document workplace investigations with a fair, consistent, and thorough approach.
• Partner with leaders to drive compliant, well-reasoned outcomes and escalate high-risk situations as needed.
• Provide direct coaching to managers on performance management and employee relations.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with employees and managers through proactive engagement.
• Support the execution of performance management processes and workforce planning.
• Advise leaders on policy application and risk mitigation across regions.
• Identify trends in employee relations activity and share insights with HR partners.
• Collaborate across regions to ensure consistent HR support and coverage.

Skills

Employee relations

Leadership coaching

HR policies

Travel readiness

Conflict resolution

Job description

Keller North America, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to support field and non-field employees, partnering with operations to drive compliant, practical HR solutions across the business. The role focuses on employee relations, investigations, coaching leaders, and proactive engagement in a construction-driven environment.

Based in the United States, the position emphasizes timely issue resolution, leadership development, and risk management while traveling to field locations as needed.