Senior Human Resources Business Partner

CDM Smith; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join our Technical Services Unit, providing strategic HR leadership and partnering with directors to align people initiatives with business goals.

The ideal candidate will lead employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and succession planning across designated regions, while advising managers on performance feedback and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5 years of related HR experience.
• Experience as HRBP or HR Generalist preferred in the AEC industry.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically/internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership to managers and employees across designated regions.
• Administer a broad range of HR functions including compensation, benefits, employee relations, engagement, HRIS, recruitment support, and relocation.
• Identify and elevate emerging HR trends with workforce planning and succession planning.
• Advise on employee relations matters, policy guidance and risk mitigation with legal input when needed.
• Partner with other HR teams to improve departmental efficiency and service delivery.
• Advise managers on performance feedback strategies to support growth and development.
• Lead or contribute to HR initiatives and programs that drive organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Employee relations

Workforce planning

HRIS & recruitment

Policy guidance & risk

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Company Overview

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Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world‑class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

CDM Smith is currently seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join our Technical Services Unit (TSU), providing HR support to the Program Services Group. Reporting to and working in partnership with the Director, Human Resources Business Partners, this role will provide strategic HR leadership, driving initiatives that align with corporate objectives. The Senior HR Business Partner will play a key role in mitigating organizational risk and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role will be an advisor to business leaders for matters regarding talent initiatives, employee relations, compensation, training, and other HR programs and policies that impact business unit’s ability to successfully achieve its objectives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Provide strategic HR leadership and guidance to managers and employees across designated regions or divisions, ensuring alignment with enterprise‑wide HR strategies, policies, and programs.

• Administer a broad range of HR functions including employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, engagement, workforce and succession planning, employee development, performance management, organizational development, HRIS, recruitment support, and relocation.

• Identify and elevate emerging HR trends and issues, collaborating with business leaders to support workforce planning. This includes conducting workforce reviews, identifying high‑potential talent, implementing succession plans, and continuously refining workforce strategies to meet evolving business needs.

• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, managing conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, grievances, and discrimination concerns. Provide policy guidance and seek legal counsel when necessary to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

• Partner with other HR teams to address organizational challenges, recommending innovative approaches to enhance departmental efficiency and service delivery.

• Advise managers on performance feedback strategies to support employee growth and development.

• Lead or contribute to HR initiatives, projects, and program development efforts that drive organizational effectiveness.

• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the success of the HR function and the broader organization.

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Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and ability to successfully manage moderately complex projects to a successful outcome.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills with ability to effectively use intermediate to advanced level Excel features.

• Ability to work with detail, oversee multiple priorities, and work within deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• 5 years of related experience.

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist, preferably within the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Pay Range Max

USD $148,886.00

Pay Range Min

USD $90,230.00