HR Manager - On-Site, DC, Full Lifecycle Lead

Chesapeake Search Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a growing construction-industry company to hire an experienced HR Manager who will own the HR function and partner with leadership and staff on all HR matters. This on-site role in Washington, DC emphasizes hands-on leadership across the full employee lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HR experience, a strong generalist background, and the ability to coach managers while driving HR operations, recruiting, and compliance in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a generalist role.
• Strong experience with employee relations, compliance, recruiting, and HR operations.
• Experience partnering with managers and senior leadership to drive HR initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee HR initiatives across the full employee lifecycle.
• Partner with leadership and managers on employee relations, performance management, change management and workplace matters.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on HR policies, practices, and employee issues.
• Oversee recruiting and hiring initiatives, partnering with department leaders to attract talent.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Oversee HR operations, HRIS administration, employee records, reporting, and data integrity.
• Monitor HR metrics and trends to identify opportunities around retention, engagement, absenteeism, and workforce planning.
• Support performance management, employee development, and organizational initiatives.
• Lead and support HR team members while driving process improvements and greater efficiency.
• Serve as a trusted and confidential resource for employees and leadership.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee relations

Change management

HR policies

Communication

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

HRIS software

HR reporting & analytics

Job description

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a growing construction-industry company to hire an experienced HR Manager who will own the HR function and partner with leadership and staff on all HR matters. This on-site role in Washington, DC emphasizes hands-on leadership across the full employee lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HR experience, a strong generalist background, and the ability to coach managers while driving HR operations, recruiting, and compliance in a fast-paced