HR Business Partner (Corporate)

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off & holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MasTec Renewables is seeking an HR Business Partner to support leadership with talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. The role focuses on consulting with management, driving change, and aligning HR initiatives with business growth in the renewables sector.

The position requires collaboration with the Total Rewards, Preconstruction, and Project Management teams to ensure compliance and successful project outcomes. Travel and US-based work are involved.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with leaders to develop talent strategies and strategic resource forecasting.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and direct HR strategies, programs, and initiatives that support the overall strategic direction and goals of the renewables market sector.
• Build strong relationships with senior management and management throughout the market sector to understand needs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics.
• Provide guidance, advice, and training to managers and employees on employee relations and HR topics.
• Advise leadership on correction action for misconduct or performance issues.
• Lead change by partnering with leaders on planning, implementing, and communicating changes involving employees.
• Partner with Total Rewards on promotions and pay adjustments to ensure pay equity.
• Partner with Preconstruction and Project Management teams to support project success and collaboration.
• Review contracts and laws for compliance, and create communication plans for requirements.
• Encourage leaders to focus on top talent and differentiating development of employees.
• Be familiar with Labor Relations Policy and Union Activity Guidelines and elevate issues as needed.
• Maintain HR and industry knowledge to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Coach and advise management on policies, compensation, benefits, and employee relations to ensure fair treatment.

Skills

Communication

Leadership development

Change management

Talent initiatives

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Job description

Overview

Responsible for serving as a consultant to management on human resources-related issues. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will focus on business growth, workforce strategy, consulting, talent initiatives, organizational effectiveness, change management and leadership development. The HRBP assesses and anticipates HR related needs. Communicating needs proactively with our HR department and business management, the HRBP seeks to develop integrated solutions. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, midrange plans, culture, and competition.

Travel/Location

This position will be based in the Fargo office daily with 10% travel throughout the US.

Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CEI) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with leaders to develop talent strategies and strategic resource forecasting
• Partner with business leaders to develop and direct HR strategies, programs, and initiatives that support the overall strategic direction and goals of the renewables market sector
• Build strong relationships with senior management and management throughout the market sector to fully understand their needs and make recommendations for improvement related to workforce planning, processes, culture, and other HR related items
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
• Provide guidance, advice, and training to managers and employees, on employee relations and HR topics, including policy and procedure interpretation
• Advise leadership on correction action (discipline) for employee’s misconduct, employee performance issues or serious violations of the company policies.
• Lead change by partnering with leaders on planning, implementing, and communicating necessary changes involving employees
• Partner with the Total Rewards team on promotions and pay adjustments to ensure pay equity
• Partner with Preconstruction and Project Management teams throughout the preconstruction process to help prepare and gather information along with collaboration for success of the project and support departments
• Upon project award, review contracts, local, state, and federal laws for compliance needs. Work with Project Management and assigned recruiter to create and communicate a plan for compliance with all requirements and regulations
• Encourage and assists leaders to focus on increasing top talent and differentiate development of employees
• Be familiar with Labor Relation Policy and Union Activity Guidelines, advise managers as needed, and elevate issues as needed
• Maintain a high level of HR and industry knowledge in order to recognize efficiencies throughout the organization and remain compliant with federal/state laws and regulations
• Coach, educate, and advise management on HR related policies, procedures, compensation and benefit programs, employee discipline, and laws pertaining to employee relations to ensure consistent and fair treatment of all employees
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field
• Three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward CEI’s Zero Injury principles.
• Ability to analyze and organize data into reports and manage information
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees
• Ability to solve practical problems and make appropriate decisions based on facts and figures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to apply continuous improvement concepts with daily tasks
• Exceptional prioritization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance
• Ability to travel as needed

Working Environment

• When visiting jobsites, the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $76k-$95k / year, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan