Construction HR Leader for Union & Non-Union Workforce

Interwest Construction, Inc.; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Interwest Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations for a growing union and non‑union workforce in Burlington, WA.

This hands‑on leader will oversee recruiting, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and HR systems to strengthen our culture and align with company values. The role partners with leadership, payroll, and safety to attract, develop, and retain talent across locations and construction sites, while ensuring regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of Washington State and federal employment laws and HR practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, decision‑making, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and manage multiple priorities.
• Based in Burlington, Washington, with occasional travel to company locations and construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting, hiring, onboarding, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, performance management, corrective action, and policy administration.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, HR records, and HRIS processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Administer DOT/FMCSA compliance, including Driver Qualification files, MVRs, CDL and medical certification requirements, annual reviews, and FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements.
• Oversee DOT and non‑DOT Drug and Alcohol programs, including pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, reasonable‑suspicion, return‑to‑duty, and follow‑up testing, as applicable.
• Administer unemployment claims and Washington Employment Security Department matters, including separation inquiries, benefit‑charge notices, appeals, and related documentation.
• Administer the Washington State SharedWork Program, including employee eligibility, reporting, documentation, and coordination with payroll and ESD.
• Support union workforce administration and compliance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Conduct HR and compliance audits and maintain accurate & confidential employee & regulatory records.
• Partner with leadership on staffing, employee development, retention, compliance, and organizational needs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Applicant tracking system

Job description

Interwest Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations for a growing union and non‑union workforce in Burlington, WA.

This hands‑on leader will oversee recruiting, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and HR systems to strengthen our culture and align with company values. The role partners with leadership, payroll, and safety to attract, develop, and retain talent across locations and construction sites, while ensuring regulatory compliance and