Human Resources Officer

Civil & Building North America (CBNA); Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Americaribe is recruiting a Human Resources Officer to support the USVI project during construction, serving as the on-site HR representative. You will oversee recruitment, relocation, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance, aligning with HQ policies while adapting processes to the local market.

This role is based in St. Thomas, USVI, with a projected start in October 2026, reporting to the JV HR leadership and coordinating with local authorities and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of USVI or Puerto Rico labor market and employment practices.
• Proven experience in high-volume recruitment and employee relations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment strategy and oversight for local and Puerto Rico markets, liaising with agencies and networks.
• Manage employee relations, conflicts, disciplinary actions, and retention initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies; liaise with authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Compliance

Relocation

Onboarding

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP

Job description

Human Resources Officer At Americaribe, we are more than builders – we are innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators, creating structures that stand the test of time while fostering a workplace where talent thrives. Building for Life means leveraging our culture of agility, expertise, and collaboration to deliver impactful projects – from offices and hotels to airports and hospitals – through technical innovation and forward-thinking solutions. As a subsidiary of Bouygues Btiment International, we draw on a global network across 20+ countries to empower our team with meaningful career opportunities, professional development, and hands-on experience, enabling our team to shape the future of the construction industry and the communities we serve. We are excited to be recruiting for the Rebuild USVI – St. Thomas Educational Facilities Bundle 2 project, a transformative initiative modernizing five school campuses and one administration building across St. Thomas. Funded through FEMA and in partnership with the U.S. Virgin Islands Office of Disaster Recovery, this project will create resilient, future-ready educational spaces – from innovative classrooms to gyms designed as hurricane shelters – giving our team the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The HR Officer will support the human resources activities for the USVI Project during Construction phase, acting as the primary on-site HR representative. This role will oversee recruitment, relocation, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance, ensuring alignment with HQ policies while adapting processes to the local market. The HR Officer will play a key role in creating a positive employee experience for both transferred employees and new local hires, while serving as a trusted liaison with local authorities and community stakeholders.

This position is based in St. Thomas, USVI and is projected to start in October 2026.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment Strategy and Oversight:

• Support the implementation of the recruitment strategies for both local and Puerto Rico markets
• Liaise with recruitment agencies and leverage personal/professional networks to source talent
• Oversee job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and selection

Employee Relations:

• Serve as point of contact for employee relations matters
• Coordinate conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and retention initiatives
• Promote a positive workplace culture in line with the JVs values and policies

Compliance and Liaison:

• Ensure compliance with all local labor laws, employment regulations, and company policies
• Support the company in discussions with local authorities, community organizations, and other stakeholders

Relocation and Onboarding:

• Oversee relocation logistics, including housing arrangements and coordination with real estate agents
• Ensure smooth onboarding for new hires, including documentation, system setup (e.g., ADP), and guidance on local administrative processes (Social Security, drivers license, bank accounts)

Coordination with HQ:

• Align local HR activities with HQ directives and frameworks (benefits, payroll, performance reviews, etc.)
• Prepare regular HR reports for HQ and project leadership

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of USVI or Puerto Rico labor market and employment practices
• Proven experience in high-volume recruitment and employee relations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Americaribe is an Equal Opportunity Employers