Senior Employee Relations Lead

Staff; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to own employee relations, support a forthcoming HCM system transition, and drive AI-enabled workflows across HR processes. The role partners directly with the HR Director and cross-functional teams, delivering a hands-on, high-ownership approach.

The ideal candidate combines strong HR knowledge with excellent interpersonal skills to build trust and provide a consistent, people-centered HR experience from staff to executive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resource Generalist experience with demonstrated employee relations ownership
• Working knowledge of employment law, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and I-9/E-Verify
• Experience with modern HCM platforms (e.g., Workday, UKG, Paylocity, Paycom, Dayforce, or similar); ADP Workforce Now experience a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency with AI tools in a professional setting (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or AI- assisted workflows)
• Project management experience with the ability to own timelines, manage deliverables, and communicate status independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with employees at all levels, including executive leadership
• Self-directed, solutions-oriented, and able to exercise sound independent judgment
• Preferred: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification, or active commitment to pursue certification
• Experience participating in or leading an HCM implementation, migration, or system upgrade
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-site HR environment
• Background in the skilled trades, mechanical, HVAC/R, or construction industry
• HR analytics or workforce reporting experience

Responsibilities

• Own Employee Relations across the organization
• HCM Administration & System Transition oversight
• Lead Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives
• Partner with Talent Acquisition & Training and Development
• Ensure HR Compliance & Operations alignment
• Manage Benefits, Safety & Workers' Compensation partnerships
• Provide Compensation & Payroll support and insights
• Travel up to 20% across the region

Skills

5+ years HR Generalist experience

Employment law knowledge

Project management

AI tools proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Workday

UKG

Paylocity

Paycom

Dayforce

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions is looking for an experienced HR Generalist who is ready to own the employee relations function, contribute to a planned HCM system transition, and bring a forward-thinking, AI-savvy approach to every area of the job. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role with direct partnership with the HR Director and cross-functional teams, built for someone who thrives on variety, moves independently, and takes pride in getting the details right.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical HR knowledge with excellent interpersonal skills: the ability to build trust quickly and ensure employees and managers feel heard and supported, delivering a consistent, people-centered HR experience across the organization.

Key Areas Of Responsibility

• Employee Relations
• HCM Administration & System Transition
• Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives
• Partnership with Talent Acquisition & Training and Development
• HR Compliance & Operations
• Benefits, Safety & Workers' Compensation Partnership
• Compensation & Payroll Support

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5 or more years of progressive Human Resource Generalist experience with demonstrated employee relations ownership
• Working knowledge of employment law, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and I-9/E-Verify
• Experience with modern HCM platforms (e.g., Workday, UKG, Paylocity, Paycom, Dayforce, or similar); ADP Workforce Now experience a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency with AI tools in a professional setting (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or AI- assisted workflows)
• Project management experience with the ability to own timelines, manage deliverables, and communicate status independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with employees at all levels, including executive leadership
• Self-directed, solutions-oriented, and able to exercise sound independent judgment

Preferred:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification, or active commitment to pursue certification
• Experience participating in or leading an HCM implementation, migration, or system upgrade
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-site HR environment
• Background in the skilled trades, mechanical, HVAC/R, or construction industry
• HR analytics or workforce reporting experience

Work Setting: Standard office environment

Travel: Up to 20% travel required, including visits to company locations and field sites across the region

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.