Onboarding Specialist

Power Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Construction is seeking an Onboarding Specialist to enhance the new-hire experience for non-union staff. You will coordinate onboarding from offer to day one, manage HRIS data entry and reporting, and support engagement programs.

The role reports to the HR Generalist and requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in HR or onboarding. You will collaborate with Hiring Managers, IT, Payroll and Learning & Development to ensure accurate data, smooth orientations, and consistent Power culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or a business-related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, onboarding, recruiting or employee experience roles.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Detail oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a customer service focused mindset.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the new hire onboarding process for all non-union employees from offer letter acceptance through first day of employment.
• Oversee pre-employment activities, including testing, paperwork and HRIS system set-up.
• Plan and facilitate all day-one orientation sessions and align messaging with Power culture.
• Provide back-up coverage for Union and Intern hiring and onboarding.
• Input and maintain new hire data in HRIS and Resource Management Systems; generate reports as needed.
• Assist with offer letter drafting and benefits enrollment.
• Continuously evaluate and improve onboarding materials, tools and processes.
• Create and manage company-wide employee experience and engagement programs.
• Support collegiate recruiting efforts with on-campus interviews and travel logistics.
• Manage external job postings and serve as back-up for Aviation Group and Healthcare-related projects.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all matters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Customer service mindset

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or business

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave #500, Chicago, IL 60631, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 31, 2026 at 6:00 AM

ABOUT POWER:

Power Construction is consistently regarded as one of Chicago's largest and most respected General Contractors according to Crain's Chicago. But beyond that, you can find us on the golf course, competing in beach volleyball or softball in Grant Park, brewing beer, attending neighborhood festivals, giving back to the community, and spending time together during a range of company-sponsored events. Our culture is one of the reasons we’ve been selected by our employees as a top workplace year after year and it’s reflected in our current 91% employee retention rate.

We are builders. We crave being in the field and share an appetite for innovation. We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together helps foster stronger outcomes. We are driven to wow our clients and business partners, improve our processes, hire the right people, and help them grow.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our Human Resources team embodies a high-touch and high-quality caliber of customer service, while prioritizing contemporary and technology-driven HR functions. We are seeking a highly motivated Onboarding Specialist to assist and support our growing team. The Onboarding Specialist will play a key role in creating a smooth and positive experience for new hires. This position is responsible for coordinating and executing onboarding activities, ensuring accurate HRIS data entry and reporting, and supporting company-wide employee experience and engagement programs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional onboarding experiences while supporting broader Human Resources initiatives. This role reports directly to the Human Resources Generalist.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and manage the new hire onboarding process for all non-union employees from offer letter acceptance through first day of employment. Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during their onboarding journey, providing clear communication and guidance throughout the process.
• Oversee pre-employment activities, including testing, paperwork and HRIS system set-up.
• Plan and facilitate all day-one orientation sessions to ensure a seamless experience and messaging that is consistent with Power culture. Collaborate with hiring managers, IT, Payroll and Learning & Development on all matters related to the onboarding process.
• Provide back-up coverage for Union and Intern hiring and onboarding.
• Responsible for accurate and timely input and maintenance of new hire data into HRIS and Resource Management Systems. Generate reports as needed.
• Assist with offer letter drafting and benefit enrollment.
• Continuously evaluate and improve onboarding materials, tools and processes. Gather feedback from new hires and managers to optimize the employee experience. Identify and act upon opportunities for improvement.
• Create and manage company-wide employee experience and engagement programs, including Power's online swag store and the new hire breakfast.
• Support Power's recruiting teams collegiate recruiting efforts by coordinating on-campus interviews, scheduling in-office interviews, sending invitations, and making flight and hotel reservations.
• Manage external job postings.
• Serve as badging back-up for Power's Aviation Group and Healthcare-related projects.
• Uphold the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality in all matters requiring discretion.
• Perform other job-related tasks and projects as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or a business-related field, or equivalent experience
• 2 + years of experience in Human Resources, onboarding, recruiting or employee experience roles
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Detail oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality experiences
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have a customer service focused mindset
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

COMPENSATION DETAILS:
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000

Compensation for this role includes a base salary plus an annual discretionary bonus. Details on our benefits can be found on the Benefits tab within the Careers section of the website.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.

8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave #500, Chicago, IL 60631, USA