Human Resources Generalist

Elecnor Hawkeye Llc; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elecnor Hawkeye Llc is seeking an HR Generalist to oversee administrative and operational HR functions, maintain records, support onboarding and offboarding, and manage benefits administration. Reporting to the HR Manager, this role emphasizes confidentiality, organization, and collaboration with multiple departments to streamline processes.

The position requires 2–4 years of HR experience, a bachelor’s degree preferred, and familiarity with benefits programs (FMLA, COBRA, unemployment).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years HR experience required; construction industry a plus.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, compliance, onboarding, benefits, and leave processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform HR and administrative tasks to support daily operations.
• Maintain accurate employee and HR data in company systems.
• Oversee electronic employee files while protecting information confidentiality.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including paperwork and orientations.
• Assist with benefits administration and answer questions about medical benefits and leaves.
• Process benefits billing and payments.
• Complete employment verifications and manage unemployment claims.
• Collaborate with Payroll regarding salary adjustments and employee status changes.
• Organize training sessions and compile HR reports to ensure compliance.
• Provide HR policy guidance and support recruiting with offers.

Skills

HR Knowledge

Microsoft Office

HRIS/Payroll systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Viewpoint or similar HRIS/payroll

Job description

At Elecnor Hawkeye, we prioritize our employees by fostering a collaborative, dynamic environment where they can reach their full potential. As a leading engineering, construction, and infrastructure company, we provide solutions for electrical transmission, substations, gas pipelines, and solar facilities. Our goal is to build essential energy infrastructure while supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources. We have established a strong reputation for delivering affordable, safe services, and we remain committed to customer satisfaction, environmental protection, and on-time, on-budget project completion. We consistently seek ways to enhance our operations, support ongoing growth, and expand our services across the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions and beyond.

Summary

The HR Generalist oversees the administrative and operational functions of the Human Resources department, including maintaining accurate employee records, processing HR data, and supporting onboarding and offboarding. This role also manages benefits and leave administration, coordinates training sessions, and prepares compliance documentation and reports. Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Generalist supports efficient, confidential HR processes while handling sensitive information. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism, as well as collaboration with management and interaction with various departments to streamline operations and enhance the overall employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform HR and administrative tasks to support daily operations.
• Maintain accurate employee and HR data in company systems.
• Oversee electronic employee files while protecting information confidentiality.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including managing paperwork and conducting orientations.
• Assist with benefits administration and answer employee questions about medical benefits and leave programs.
• Accurately process benefits billing and payments.
• Complete employment verifications and manage unemployment claims.
• Collaborate with Payroll regarding salary adjustments and employee status changes.
• Organize training sessions, conduct performance reviews, and compile HR reports to ensure compliance.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws and provide HR policy guidance to employees.
• Support recruiting efforts by communicating with candidates and preparing offer letters.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while managing HR tasks and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• 2 to 4 years of Human Resources experience is required; construction industry experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and compliance, including managing employee records, onboarding, benefits administration, and leave processes.
• Experience supporting benefits programs such as FMLA, PFL, STD, LTD, COBRA, and unemployment claims is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Viewpoint or similar HRIS/payroll systems is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on follow-through.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Office environment with frequent use of a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.
• Requires flexibility during busy periods such as onboarding surges, open enrollment, audits, or special HR projects.

Special Physical Demands

• Extended periods of sitting at a desk while using a computer and other office equipment.
• Occasionally need to lift and move items such as files, boxes, or office supplies weighing 15 to 25 pounds.

Work Contact Group

• Significant contact with the payroll department, hiring managers, department supervisors, executive leadership, and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Regular contact with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, leave administrators, Background check providers, and other third-party HR vendors.

Elecnor Hawkeye provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical health and financial security, as well as your dependents'. Our benefits include robust health insurance options, retirement plans, and wellness programs designed to enhance your overall well-being. At Elecnor Hawkeye, we help our employees prioritize their health and financial future while achieving these important goals.

Elecnor Hawkeye is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.