Find & Apply For Human Resources Manager Jobs in Mettawa, Illinois

Experience:

Senior Level Salary:

$105,000 - $145,000 per year Job Details - 3+ years of progressive experience as an HR Manager, HR Generalist, or similar HR leadership professional. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Experience managing full-cycle recruiting, including candidate sourcing, interviewing, selection, and offer management. Experience developing and supporting effective employee onboarding processes. Strong employee relations skills with the ability to address workplace concerns, grievances, and sensitive employee matters professionally and confidentially. Experience administering performance review processes and supporting managers with employee feedback and development. Knowledge of benefits administration, payroll processes, HR policies, and employee handbooks. Ability to identify training and development needs and coordinate programs that support employee growth. Strong communication, active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills. Proficiency with HR software and payroll systems; experience with BambooHR or similar HRIS platforms is preferred. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. PHR, SPHR, or SHRM certification is a strong plus. Ability to operate with a high degree of discretion, professionalism, and integrity when handling confidential employee information. Construction or general contracting industry experience is preferred but not required.

A bit about us:

- Our client is an established general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects and maintaining long-standing relationships with employees, clients, subcontractors, and industry partners. As the company continues to grow, they are looking for a Human Resources Manager to take ownership of the organization's people-focused initiatives and help support a positive, productive workplace. This is a hands-on HR leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being a trusted resource for employees and management while helping build and maintain the processes, policies, and culture that support a growing construction organization. The Human Resources Manager will oversee the full spectrum of human resources functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, compliance, training, and company policies. This individual will serve as a key point of contact for employee-related matters and work closely with leadership to ensure HR practices align with the company's business objectives. Why join us?

- Make a meaningful impact:

Take ownership of the company's HR function and have a direct influence on employee engagement, retention, development, and overall company culture.

Partner with leadership:

Work closely with management and employees to address HR needs, improve processes, and support the continued success of the organization.

Broad HR responsibility:

Have exposure to all major areas of human resources, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits, compliance, training, and policy development.

Employee-focused culture:

Help foster a positive and productive work environment where employees feel supported, valued, and positioned for success.

Competitive benefits:

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) with an employer match, health insurance, dental coverage, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and paid time off.

Growth opportunity:

Join an organization where you can build upon the existing HR infrastructure while helping develop programs and processes that support future growth. #operations #payroll #labor-laws #presentation-skills #tier2