Field HR Manager

Kiewit; Portsmouth (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Operations HR Manager for its project sites in Portsmouth, OH and other locations. This role involves managing HR functions at large construction projects, acting as an employee champion, and driving HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and over 5 years of HR experience, particularly in construction.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including top-tier medical plans, retirement options, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in multiple disciplines.
• 8+ years of work experience, preferably in construction.
• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main HR contact for employees and managers.
• Manage employee changes, special pays, leave requests.
• Conduct new hire and transfer orientation.

Skills

HR experience

Analytical skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related

Job description

Requisition ID: 180925
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District
Department: Human Resources
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Field Operations HR Manager is responsible for delivering HR functions and actions aligning with business objectives at large construction project field locations. This role will work as manager of the on-site field HR team, delivering human resource‑related support for the Project team, as well as acting as an employee champion and change agent. The HR Manager is crucial in executing and improving the “Field HR” delivery model used throughout the entire Kiewit organization. A successful person in this role maintains an effective level of business literacy about the projects schedule of completion, key performance indices, current objectives, culture and competition.

District Overview

HR Operations is an integral partner and service provider at Kiewit. In recent years, we have gone from decentralized HR groups to a unified, shared service team, with various HR Centers of Excellence. Our vision is to be a best‑in‑class international HR organization.

Location

This Field Operations role will be based on a project site in the United States. Potential assignments include Abilene, TX; El Paso, TX; Point Pleasant, WV; Forsyth, GA; and Portsmouth, OH. Prior training/onboarding in Lenexa, KS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR questions, issues, and problems (phone, chat, e‑mail, face‑to‑face interactions).
• Manage various HR functions including employee changes, special pays, leave requests, separations, and miscellaneous reporting requests.
• Plan and conduct new hire and transfer orientation and onboarding.
• Quickly and accurately resolve issues in a professional, sensitive, customer‑focused manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage completion of all new hire and transfer paperwork, I‑9 documentation, and required paperwork for the project. Ensures documentation is submitted and maintained through the appropriate channels.
• Address and resolve employee concerns and conflicts, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.
• Oversee performance management process for employees on the project including evaluations, feedback, and development plans.
• Manage staffing plans throughout project phases to ensure the job is adequately staffed with qualified personnel.
• Work closely with jobsite supervision on processing separations for exiting employees.
• Partner with operations to determine training needs, coordinate training across the project with multiple groups, and maintain a project‑wide training calendar, providing visibility to leadership of status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with a working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines.
• 8+ years of professional work experience.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Previous experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, and/or HR Generalist preferred.
• Experienced HR professional who can strike a balance between systems thinking, HR program execution and process innovation.
• Proven ability to take initiative and build strong and productive personal relationships.
• Sound business acumen, strong analytical skills, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to relocate for future growth opportunities in HR preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Benefits

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.