People Operations & Office Manager

Heatherwood Construction Co.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm seeks an HR/Office Manager to oversee human resources operations and office management in New York. Key responsibilities include managing the employee lifecycle and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in HR or office management, possess strong organizational skills, and be comfortable handling sensitive situations with discretion. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on employee engagement and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in HR, office management, or a combined role.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality required.
• Familiarity with benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, offboarding.
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR compliance with labor laws.
• Assist with benefits and payroll coordination.
• Oversee daily office operations and facilities management.
• Act as a liaison between staff, management, and external partners.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HR systems

Payroll tools

Office software

Job description

A prominent construction firm seeks an HR/Office Manager to oversee human resources operations and office management in New York. Key responsibilities include managing the employee lifecycle and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in HR or office management, possess strong organizational skills, and be comfortable handling sensitive situations with discretion. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on employee engagement and operational efficiency.