HR Operations Manager

2 Structural Group, Inc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays & vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Caring work environment

Job summary

Structural Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced HR Operations Manager to lead core HR operations, compliance, and immigration programs for domestic and international operations. The role focuses on I-9/E-Verify, EEO reporting, affirmative action, and Workday HCM administration.

You will supervise the HR Generalist, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive process improvements across HR policies and practices while partnering with leaders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant responsibility in HR operations, compliance, or HR administration.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration and work visa sponsorship programs.
• Experience administering Form I-9 and E-Verify programs.
• Experience managing EEO reporting, affirmative action Programs, and other employment compliance obligations.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with Workday HCM administration, configuration support, reporting, or process management strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting a company with international operations is highly desirable.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations and reporting.
• Administer company-sponsored visa and immigration programs; coordinate with external counsel and government agencies.
• Advise managers on sponsorship options, timelines, and compliance obligations.
• Monitor immigration regulations and recommend process improvements as needed.
• Oversee I-9 and E-Verify programs and conduct periodic audits and training.
• Supervise the HR Generalist and support day-to-day HR operations.
• Oversee employment verifications and unemployment claims processes.
• Develop and improve HR policies, procedures, and processes.
• Support Workday HCM administration, data integrity, and reporting.

Skills

HR operations

Compliance

Immigration/work authorization

Workday HCM

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

Workday HCM

Job description

Structural Group, Inc., develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Human Resources Operations Manager to join our growing HR team. This role is responsible for overseeing many of the core operational and compliance functions of Human Resources, ensuring the company remains compliant with federal and state employment requirements while delivering outstanding internal service to employees, managers, and business leaders. The HR Operations Manager will serve as the company's subject matter expert for employment-based immigration and work authorization programs, I-9 and E-Verify compliance, affirmative action and EEO reporting, and various HR operational processes. This position will also play a key role in the administration and optimization of our Workday HCM environment in partnership with HR leadership and the HRIS Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys balancing compliance, process management, employee support, and HR technology in a fast-paced, complex organization with both domestic and international operations.

What You Will Do

HR Compliance & Regulatory Programs

• Manage company compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations and reporting requirements
• Oversee EEO, Veterans and affirmative action programs.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders during compliance reviews, audits, etc.

Immigration, Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

• Serve as the primary administrator for all company-sponsored employment-based visa and immigration programs.
• Coordinate and manage employment visa processes, including partnerships with outside immigration counsel and government agencies.
• Advise managers and employees regarding sponsorship options, work authorization requirements, timelines, and compliance obligations.
• Monitor changing immigration regulations and recommend process improvements as needed.
• Oversee the company's Form I-9 and E-Verify programs to ensure compliance with federal employment eligibility verification requirements.
• Conduct periodic audits and training related to I-9 and E-Verify processes.

HR Operations

• Supervise and develop the HR Generalist, providing coaching, guidance, and support on day-to-day HR operations.
• Oversee processes for employment verifications and unemployment claims, ensuring timely and accurate responses while supporting the HR Generalist in the execution of these activities.
• Manage the company's annual employee service award and recognition program.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and processes.

Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)

• Serve as a key business partner in the administration and ongoing enhancement of Workday HCM.
• Collaborate closely with the HRIS Analyst and HR leadership team to support system functionality, data integrity, reporting, process improvements, and user adoption.
• Assist in testing, implementation, and deployment of system enhancements and new functionality.
• Support development of HR metrics, dashboards, and reporting to inform business decisions.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant responsibility in HR operations, compliance, or HR administration.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration and work visa sponsorship programs.
• Experience administering Form I-9 and E-Verify programs.
• Experience managing EEO reporting, affirmative action Programs, and other employment compliance obligations.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with Workday HCM administration, configuration support, reporting, or process management strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting a company with international operations is highly desirable.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Why Join Us?

We will be part of a collaborative HR team that plays a critical role in supporting a growing organization. This position offers the opportunity to lead important compliance and operational initiatives, influence process improvements, partner directly with senior leadership, and contribute to the continued success of our employees and business. If you are an HR professional who enjoys compliance, operational excellence, immigration administration, and HR technology.

Structural Group, Inc. is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.

• medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• paid holidays & vacation
• tuition reimbursement
• career development and growth opportunities
• a caring work environment

EOE/M/F/D/V

Structural Group is globally recognized as a leader in repair and maintenance of infrastructure. We integrate design-build expertise, advanced technology, and innovative procurement methods to extend the life of critical structures, prioritizing the maintenance of existing assets over new construction. By championing the upkeep of essential assets, we pave the way for a more resilient future, ensuring the integrity of our urban landscapes for generations to come.