Director of HR Operations

Groundworks; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Groundworks, a leading company in foundation repair, seeks a Director of HR Operations in Virginia Beach. This role involves optimizing HR processes, ensuring compliance, and leading the HR operations team. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in HR with proven leadership skills and expertise in HRIS and payroll systems.

Benefits

Competitive base compensation and bonus potential

Equity ownership

Best-in-class training programs

Advanced leadership training

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience including 3+ years in HR operations, HRIS, and payroll.
• Deep understanding of HR technology systems and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize HRIS and payroll systems for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate across departments to align HR operations with strategic objectives.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or HR certifications (preferred)

Tools

Workday

UKG

ADP

Job description

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Groundworks is seeking a talented Director of Human Resources Operations to join our tribe in Virginia Beach, VA!

The Director of HR Operations is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the core operational functions of the HR department, including HRIS, payroll, compliance, and employee data management. This role ensures accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all HR systems and supports strategic initiatives through data insights and streamlined processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and daily operations of HRIS and payroll systems.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage the configuration, optimization, and reporting functions of the HRIS platform.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR operational processes, workflows, and automation.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws, data security standards, and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and HR Centers of Excellence to align systems and reporting needs.
• Develop and manage HR operations team, providing guidance, training, and performance development.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or HR certifications preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience including 3+ years leading HR operations, HRIS, and payroll functions.
• Deep understanding of HR technology systems, data integrity, and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical, project management, and leadership skills.
• Experience with Workday, UKG, ADP, or similar enterprise HR/payroll systems.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Work is typically performed in an office setting, with occasional travel to field locations as needed up to 15% of the time.

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during the workday. Ability to occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds. Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as a keyboard, mouse, phone, and copier. Visual and auditory ability to read and interpret information and communicate effectively with others. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Full-time
• Onsite: 1741 Corporate Landing Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
  
  

What We Provide For Our Employees

Competitive base compensation with lucrative bonus potential

Equity ownership in the nation’s largest and fastest growing foundation repair and water management company

The best-in-class training programs

Advanced leadership training opportunities

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Optical, Long/Short Term Disability, Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match after applicable waiting periods

Paid time off including 6 holidays after applicable waiting period



Groundworks is the leading provider of Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Basement Waterproofing, and Concrete Lifting & Stabilization.

With locations across the USA and Canada, Groundworks is the leading foundation solutions and water management company in North America! Recognized as aTop Workplaces USAcompany and offering employee ownership foreveryone, we're building something that just can't be replicated. And we're on a mission to change an industry like never before!

We're unique here at Groundworks. We are all connected through the same vision, mission, and values, and we arestronger together. We're proud to be the Groundworks Tribe!

Our highly trained teams have decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties, helping homeowners everywhere protect and repair their most valuable asset – their home.

Whencustomerschoose a local Groundworks company, they can feel confident they’re hiring the trusted local experts who will ensure the job’s done right.

Whenyouchoose Groundworks, you'll join thousands of Tribemates who are making history.

Working conditions

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Construction

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