Human Resources Manager

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

CSP is exclusively partnering with a growing company in the construction industry on a search for an experienced HR Manager to take ownership of the HR function and serve as a key partner to leadership and employees. This is a broad HR leadership role for someone who enjoys being hands‑on, working closely with managers, and having an impact across the full employee lifecycle. This role is fully on‑site Monday‑Friday in Washington, DC.

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 identify and 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

Ideal background:

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Strong generalist background with experience across employee relations, compliance, recruiting, change management, and HR operations
• Experience partnering with managers and senior leadership
• Strong understanding of employment practices and HR best practices
• Comfortable working in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with HRIS systems and HR reporting/analytics
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field preferred