Director of People & Culture – Construction Growth

Midwest Drywall Co.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Profit sharing

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Midwest Drywall is seeking a hands-on Director of Human Resources to build a modern, scalable people function for a growing multi-state construction organization. This senior leader will balance strategic vision with field execution, advising executive leadership and shaping culture across job sites and offices.

The role emphasizes workforce planning, talent acquisition, leadership development, and field-friendly HR processes to support long-term growth and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility.
• Experience building, scaling, or transforming HR functions.
• Proven success supporting growing, multi-location organizations.
• Strong foundation in labor relations, employment law, and compliance.
• Executive-level presence with ability to influence and advise senior leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the HR function from the ground up, including strategy, structure, systems, processes, culture, and day-to-day execution.
• Partner with executive leadership to align people strategy with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
• Drive culture, engagement, and leadership development across multiple business units and geographic markets.
• Design and implement enterprise-level strategies across talent acquisition, workforce planning, skilled trades recruiting and retention, leadership development, succession planning, and compensation and incentive programs.
• Strengthen and standardize HR infrastructure while keeping processes practical, efficient, and field-friendly.
• Own compliance, labor relations, and risk management across all jurisdictions.
• Act as a visible leader across the organization, building trust with both field and office teams.

Skills

HR Leadership

Labor Relations

Executive Advisory

Field Experience

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Midwest Drywall is seeking a hands-on Director of Human Resources to build a modern, scalable people function for a growing multi-state construction organization. This senior leader will balance strategic vision with field execution, advising executive leadership and shaping culture across job sites and offices.

The role emphasizes workforce planning, talent acquisition, leadership development, and field-friendly HR processes to support long-term growth and regulatory compliance.