Terracon

Regional Human Resources Generalist

Terracon  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  6 hours ago
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Job Description

General Responsibilities:
Regional Human Resources plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment. HR professionals are responsible for managing employee relations (ER), recruitment, onboarding, and development, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal regulations. Responsible for handling a variety of tasks, including responding to employee inquiries, processing HR transactions, conducting background checks, and maintaining employee documentation. Additionally, Regional Human Resources involves administering HR programs, supporting staffing efforts, and communicating HR concerns to leadership, all while upholding safety guidelines and quality standards. The Regional HR Generalist or Manager will solely support the HR activities of a region and may receive support from a Regional HR Coordinator if the region size or volume dictates.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Perform regional HR activities including but not limited to employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and employee development, communications, training, culture & wellbeing to ensure consistency and supporting regional performance.
  • Collaborate with the People Team to ensure effective communication to Operations.
  • Support the region’s HR compliance and strategy needs through consistent performance of HR work such as process and policy interpretation and implementation, training, and initiatives.
  • Administer regional HR programs, including, but not limited to, recruiting, performance management, employee wellbeing, and training and development as the regional subject matter expert for HR programs.
  • Foster employee engagement and a positive workplace culture.
  • Identify staffing and recruiting needs and support hiring and regional recruiting best practices.
  • Communicate HR related concerns and escalate complex employee relations situations to corporate HR leadership.
  • May process employee-related transactions and changes such as new hires and terminations in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to assure accuracy and compliance with law and company guidelines. Process background checks.
  • Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field and a minimum of 4 years’ progressive HR experience in a generalist capacity. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years’ related experience.
  • Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Business acumen or ability to quickly acquire business knowledge.
  • A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Terracon

    About Terracon

    Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.

    Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 8,000 employees in more than 200 locations nationwide. Additionally, we partner with our U.S. clients to serve their international needs. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employees who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace.

    Terracon provides services on thousands of projects each year. Our culture, systems, and structure enable us to excel at both small and large projects. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect.

    Terracon serves a diverse portfolio of private and public clients. By being responsive, resourceful, and reliable, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations for service, solutions, quality, and speed of delivery. Based on a deep understanding of our clients’ needs, our commitment is centered around these key objectives.

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    Industry
    Construction & Skilled Trades
    Company Size
    5,001-10,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Olathe, Kansas
    Year Founded
    1965
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