Human Resources Manager

CM Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CM Search is seeking a Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic and operational HR leader, overseeing the full employee lifecycle and scaling the HR function to support growth. The role requires a hands-on leader who can set strategy and execute day-to-day HR operations, with proven success building and managing a high-performing HR team in a dynamic energy environment.

Key responsibilities include talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, HRIS management, policy development, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience with building, leading, and scaling an HR team.
• Active HR certification required (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong working knowledge of Texas and federal employment law.
• Prior HR experience within energy/oil & gas/industrial sector preferred.
• Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar).
• Proven track record managing compensation structures, benefits programs, and workforce planning.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• High degree of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR department, including hiring, mentoring, and managing HR staff as the team scales.
• Design and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives in a dynamic energy-sector environment.
• Oversee full-cycle talent acquisition, including workforce planning for field and corporate roles.
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, Texas state, and industry-specific employment laws and regulations.
• Own compensation and benefits administration, including market benchmarking and annual reviews.
• Partner with senior leadership on organizational design, succession planning, and workforce development.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, handbooks, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead HRIS management and reporting, ensuring data integrity and actionable workforce analytics.
• Champion company culture and employee engagement initiatives programs.
• Manage leave administration, workers' compensation, and safety-related HR matters common to energy operations.
• Support audits, investigations, and risk mitigation related to employment practices.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Business Administration

HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

Job description

Our client is looking for a Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic and operational HR leader for the organization, overseeing the full employee lifecycle while building and scaling the HR function to support continued growth. This role requires a hands‑on leader who can both set strategy and execute day‑to‑day HR operations, with proven success building and managing a high‑performing HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR department, including hiring, mentoring, and managing HR staff and/or generalists as the team scales
• Design and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives, particularly in a dynamic energy‑sector environment
• Oversee full‑cycle talent acquisition, including workforce planning for field and corporate roles
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management programs
• Ensure compliance with federal, Texas state, and industry‑specific employment laws and regulations
• Own compensation and benefits administration, including market benchmarking and annual review cycles
• Partner with senior leadership on organizational design, succession planning, and workforce development
• Develop and maintain HR policies, employee handbooks, and standard operating procedures
• Lead HRIS management and reporting, ensuring data integrity and actionable workforce analytics
• Champion company culture and employee engagement initiatives programs
• Manage leave administration, worker's compensation, and safety‑related HR matters common to energy operations
• Support audits, investigations, and risk mitigation related to employment practices

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including demonstrated experience building, leading, and scaling an HR team
• Active HR certification required (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong working knowledge of Texas and federal employment law
• Prior HR experience within the energy, oil & gas, industrial, or related sector strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar)
• Proven track record managing compensation structures, benefits programs, and workforce planning
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict‑resolution skills
• High degree of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with sound judgment
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving organizational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Experience supporting both field/operations personnel and corporate staff
• Familiarity with union relations or multi‑site workforce management (if applicable)
• Experience with M&A integration, restructuring, or rapid organizational growth