Human Resources Director

MKH Search; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MKH Search is seeking a hands-on Director of Human Resources to build and scale the HR function across multiple sites. This strategic role encompasses recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and performance management.

The ideal candidate will have 7–12 years of HR experience, preferably in construction, and is trusted by leadership and field teams. Join a collaborative environment where you can make a real impact on culture and workforce development.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years progressive HR experience, including senior leadership.
• Construction or specialty contracting experience in a field-based environment.
• Deep knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and industry regulations.
• Proven ability to build scalable HR processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting, onboarding, and training programs for office and field employees.
• Manage performance reviews, KPIs, and compensation processes.
• Handle employee relations, investigations, and ensure legal compliance.
• Oversee payroll accuracy, benefits administration, and related risk management.
• Improve HR processes, systems, and reporting to support growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Operational management

Job description

A well-established, commercial specialty contractor in the Mid-Atlantic region, operating multiple sites with 200–300 employees. The organization is scaling toward $100M+ in revenue and values integrity, hard work, and a culture that supports both field and office employees.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Director of Human Resources to build, lead, and scale the HR function. This is a strategic and operational role responsible for the full HR spectrum: recruiting, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, payroll, benefits, performance management, and people strategy.

The ideal candidate is trusted by leadership and field teams, comfortable working on-site, and fluent in English and Spanish. This role is about building scalable systems, not just maintaining existing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent & Development: Lead recruiting, onboarding, and training programs for office and field employees.
• Performance & Compensation: Manage performance reviews, KPIs, and compensation processes.
• Employee Relations & Compliance: Handle employee relations, investigations, and ensure legal and industry compliance.
• Payroll & Benefits: Oversee payroll accuracy, benefits administration, and related risk management.
• HR Systems & Infrastructure: Improve HR processes, systems, and reporting to support growth.
• Culture & Organizational Development: Foster a positive, inclusive culture and support workforce planning and engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years progressive HR experience, including senior leadership
• Construction or specialty contracting experience in a field-based environment
• Deep knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and industry regulations
• Proven ability to build scalable HR processes and systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Traits That Matter

• Strategic and operational thinker
• Trusted by both leadership and field staff
• Proactive, accountable, and organized
• Resilient, decisive, and discreet
• Builder mentality focused on systems and processes

Why Join

• Opportunity to build the HR function from the ground up
• Direct partnership with executive leadership
• Real impact on culture, systems, and workforce development
• Collaborative environment that values initiative and accountability

If this sounds interesting to you and you'd like to learn more please apply!