HR Generalist

BKF; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

401k

Generous vacation and sick time

9 Paid Holidays

Education reimbursement

Paid annual dues

Job summary

BKF is seeking an HR Generalist to partner with our Human Resources team, fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing the employee experience. The role covers recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and compliance.

Based in Pleasanton with a hybrid schedule after onboarding, the ideal candidate will be proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to support employees and business leaders across BKF offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in HR Generalist or comparable role.
• Working knowledge of HR policies, federal/state/local employment laws.
• Experience in employee relations, performance management, lifecycle processes, and HR program administration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, programs, and workplace matters.
• Provide guidance on routine to moderately complex employee relations matters, escalating sensitive issues as appropriate.
• Partner with managers on performance management, coaching, employee development, corrective action, and performance improvement processes.
• Coordinate onboarding, employee changes, leaves, and offboarding.
• Support HR programs and processes: performance reviews, compensation and rewards cycles, engagement initiatives, and required training.
• Maintain HR records and HRIS data, process changes, ensure compliance.
• Monitor compliance with employment laws and support audits, reporting, policy updates.
• Prepare and analyze HR reports and workforce data to identify trends.
• Respond to employee inquiries and ensure consistent delivery of HR programs.

Skills

HR policies

Employee relations

Onboarding

Performance management

HR compliance

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Payroll systems

Job description

BKF is seeking an HR Generalist to partner with our dynamic Human Resources team in fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing our employee experience. This role is responsible for independently managing a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will be proactive, solutions-oriented, and passionate about supporting employees and business leaders. This position will report to our Pleasanton office with a hybrid schedule after successful onboarding and training.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, programs, and workplace matters.

• Provide guidance and support on routine to moderately complex employee relations matters, escalating sensitive or high-risk issues as appropriate.

• Partner with managers on performance management, coaching, employee development, corrective action, and performance improvement processes.

• Coordinate employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, employee changes, leaves of absence, and offboarding.

• Support annual HR programs and processes, including performance reviews, compensation and rewards cycles, employee engagement initiatives, and required training.

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data, process employee changes, and ensure documentation complies with company standards and applicable requirements.

• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and support HR audits, reporting, and policy updates.

• Prepare and analyze HR reports and workforce data to identify trends and support HR and business decision-making.

• Partner with HR team members and internal stakeholders to respond to employee inquiries and ensure the consistent delivery of HR programs and services.

• Prepare, review, and maintain HR documentation, including job descriptions, policies, procedures, and employee communications.

• Identify and recommend improvements to HR processes, programs, and the overall employee experience.

• Support special projects and other HR initiatives as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or comparable HR role.

• Working knowledge of HR best practices and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, employee lifecycle processes, and HR program administration.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees and managers at all levels.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.

• Experience in the AEC, consulting, or professional-services industry preferred.

• HR certification, such as PHR or SHRM-CP, is a plus.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with discretion.

• Ability to travel to various BKF offices as needed.

• The typical base salary range for this position is $79,000 - $105,000 per year and may vary depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salaried position paid bi-weekly.

• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.

• Generous vacation and sick time packages.

• 9 Paid Holidays.

• Flexible schedules.

• Education reimbursement

• Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.

• BKF offers competitive benefits and perks.

BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.