Manager of Employee Relations and Engagement

Centuri Construction Group, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Centuri Construction Group, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Manager of Employee Relations & Engagement to advise HR leaders, oversee investigations, and guide performance management and employment practices across Centuri and subsidiaries.

The role focuses on strengthening HR practices, mitigating risk, and driving employee engagement initiatives, with a hybrid work schedule and opportunities to influence leaders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years of Human Resources experience or equivalent.
• 3+ years of progressive employee relations experience including investigations, corrective action, and termination guidance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex employee relations matters across Centuri and its subsidiary companies.
• Conduct and oversee workplace investigations, including employee complaints and ethics hotline reports.
• Coach and advise HR leaders and people managers on performance management, corrective action, documentation, and employee relations best practices.
• Review investigations, corrective actions, and termination recommendations to ensure consistency, documentation, and compliance.
• Partner with Legal on employment-related matters, including regulatory complaints and risk mitigation.
• Lead HR compliance initiatives, including policy administration, training, recordkeeping, and compliance with employment laws.
• Oversee Form I-9, E-Verify, and immigration compliance.
• Develop and deliver training to HR partners and leaders on employee relations and respectful workplace practices.
• Partner with business leaders to support employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and retention strategies.
• Manage the exit interview process and analyze feedback to drive improvements.
• Analyze employee relations data to identify risks and support proactive HR strategies.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence on policy updates and change management.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Performance management

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Coaching HR

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Form I-9 & E-Verify

Job description

Title: Manager of Employee Relations and Engagement

Date: Oct 12, 2026

Location: Phoenix, AZ, US, 85027

Who We Are

Connecting People to Possibility
As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI ) with $3 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility and energy infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market.

Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference. Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being.

We're looking for an experienced and collaborative Manager, Employee Relations & Engagement to help foster a positive, consistent, and compliant workplace across Centuri and its subsidiary companies. In this role, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to HR leaders and people managers, providing guidance on complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, performance management, and employment practices.

You’ll play a key role in strengthening HR practices, mitigating organizational risk, and supporting employee engagement initiatives that contribute to a positive employee experience. This position offers the opportunity to influence leaders across the organization and drive meaningful improvements in how we support our people. This role is based in Phoenix, AZ and follows a hybrid work schedule.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex employee relations matters across Centuri and its subsidiary companies.


• Conduct and oversee workplace investigations, including employee complaints, ethics hotline reports, and other sensitive employee relations concerns.


• Coach and advise HR leaders and people managers on performance management, corrective action, documentation, and employee relations best practices.


• Review investigations, corrective actions, and termination recommendations to ensure consistency, appropriate documentation, and compliance with company policies and employment laws.


• Partner with Legal on employment-related matters, including regulatory complaints, risk mitigation, and responses to government agencies.


• Lead HR compliance initiatives, including policy administration, required training, recordkeeping, and employment law compliance.


• Oversee Form I-9, E-Verify, and employment-based immigration compliance, partnering with internal stakeholders and outside counsel as needed.


• Develop and deliver training to HR partners and people leaders on employee relations, performance management, and respectful workplace practices.


• Partner with business and HR leaders to support employee engagement initiatives, surveys, action planning, and retention strategies.


• Manage the exit interview process and leverage employee feedback and workforce trends to identify opportunities for improvement.


• Analyze employee relations data and trends to identify potential risks, recommend solutions, and support proactive HR strategies.


• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence on organizational initiatives, policy updates, and change management efforts.

What You’ll Have

• Bachelor's degree required.


• 7+ years of Human Resources experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 3+ years of progressive employee relations experience, including workplace investigations, corrective action, and termination guidance.


• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and employee relations best practices.


• Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive investigations, assess risk, and provide sound, objective recommendations.


• Experience coaching and influencing HR professionals and business leaders across multiple levels of an organization.


• Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.


• Ability to navigate complex and sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, interpret HR metrics, and recommend practical solutions.


• Experience with Form I-9, E-Verify compliance, and employment-based immigration processes preferred.


• Ability to manage competing priorities and drive consistent practices across a complex organization.

What You’ll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage


• 401K w/ Company Match


• Access to our Employee Stock Purchase Plan featuring a 15% stock discount


• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays


• Potential Bonus Opportunities


• Career Development Opportunities


• Employee Discounts


• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment


• Approximately 25% business travel


• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice


• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing


• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments


• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens


• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify


• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results

Our Commitment to Opportunity

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.