Divisional HR Manager South Region

Kelso Industries; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Opportunities

Company Culture

Impact

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Job summary

Kelso Industries is seeking a Divisional HR Manager to lead HR strategy across multiple operating companies from our Salt Lake City area offices. You will partner with senior leaders to build a high-performing workforce and culture that drives business success.

This strategic, hands-on role involves leading leadership development, HR analytics, compensation initiatives, and partnerships with OpCo leadership to align people strategies with Kelso's growth plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in multi-site or regional settings.
• Proven experience leading HR strategy and operations in fast-growing environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Talent acquisition, workforce planning, and leadership development experience.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and drive business outcomes through people strategies.
• Data-driven decision making with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience in construction, skilled trades, or MEP+ industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own a regional group of operating companies by overseeing HR activities and aligning with strategic goals.
• Lead Kelso-wide projects and HR initiatives including leadership development, HR analytics, and compensation.
• Serve as a Business Partner to the Divisional Vice President.
• Build relationships with OpCo leadership as trusted advisor and liaison with HR support functions.
• Lead change by assessing readiness and driving initiatives across structure, processes, systems, and culture.
• Manage talent by identifying, acquiring, developing, and retaining human capability to execute growth strategy.
• Drive organizational effectiveness by managing costs and aligning workforce capabilities to business needs.
• Deliver functional excellence in policy compliance, performance management, leadership development, talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, and core HR operations.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent acquisition

Workforce planning

Leadership development

HR analytics

Policy & compliance

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's in HR/Business

MBA preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Position Overview

As a Divisional HR Manager, you will lead the HR strategy and initiatives for multiple operating companies across Kelso from the corporate offices in Salt Lake City (Draper), UT. You will partner with company leaders to build a high‑performing workforce and culture that drives business success. This is a strategic, hands‑on role where you will impact business outcomes by unlocking the full potential of our people.

In This Role, You Will

• Own a regional group of operating companies by overseeing all HR‑related activities and ensuring alignment with Kelso’s strategic goals.
• Lead Kelso‑wide projects and initiatives as needed by senior leadership, including leadership development programs, HR analytics, compensation, etc.
• Serve as a Business Partner to the Divisional Vice President.
• Build relationships with each OpCo’s leadership by being a business partner, trusted advisor, and primary interface between business leaders and HR support functions, including compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, HRIS, and employee relations.
• Lead change by assessing organizational readiness, driving change initiatives, and ensuring alignment across structure, processes, systems, and culture.
• Manage talent by proactively identifying, acquiring, developing, and retaining the human capability required to execute Kelso's growth strategy.
• Drive organizational effectiveness by assessing and managing employee costs, talent quality, and aligning workforce capabilities to business needs.
• Deliver functional excellence in key HR disciplines such as policy compliance, performance management, leadership development, talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, and core HR operations.

Experience You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in a multi‑site, regional, or field‑based capacity.
• Proven experience leading HR strategy and operations in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.
• Strong understanding of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated success in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Ability to partner with senior leaders and influence business outcomes through people strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven approach to decision‑making.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship‑building abilities.
• Experience working within the construction, skilled trades, or MEP+ industry is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a decentralized business model with multiple operating companies.
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases, including ADP Workforce Now.
• Project management and change management experience.

Working Conditions

• Based out of the Draper, UT corporate office with travel across the South Region (up to 50% travel).
• Hybrid working arrangement: 3‑4 days in office with 1‑2 remote work days.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
• Company Culture: Thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
• Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well‑being.

EEO Statement

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business.