Construction Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) - Charlotte, NC

Construction Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) - Charlotte, NC

Employer:

Hornberger Management Holdings, Inc.

Job Location:

Charlotte ,

NC Industry Type:

Construction Recruiters

Job Description:

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Location:

Charlotte, NC or any major U.S. office

Industry:

National General Contractor (Commercial, Industrial, Civil)

Compensation:

Outstanding executive pay, bonus structure, relocation, and flexibility Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic, strategic Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead the national HR function for a large, multi-office general contractor with operations across the United States. Reporting directly to the President, this executive will shape and execute enterprise-wide HR strategies that strengthen a high-performance culture, elevate employee engagement, and support a geographically distributed workforce. The CHRO will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving organizational growth through innovative talent management, effective employee relations, and scalable HR programs. This leader must bring a stable, progressive career history within the construction industry and the ability to support field operations, project teams, and corporate functions across multiple regions. This position may be based in Charlotte, NC or any other company office, offering exceptional flexibility for the right candidate. Responsibilities Develop and implement HR strategies that support national organizational objectives, including talent acquisition, succession planning, workforce planning, and organizational design. Lead employee relations programs that promote a positive, compliant, and productive work environment across multiple states. Direct comprehensive talent sourcing and recruiting efforts using platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM to attract top talent at all levels. Oversee performance management systems, employee evaluations, and training & development initiatives to support continuous growth and leadership development. Ensure compliance with employment and labor law, OSHA standards, FMLA regulations, and workers' compensation policies across all jurisdictions. Manage benefits programs, payroll administration (ADP, Paychex), and wellness initiatives. Lead HR teams responsible for onboarding, HRIS data integrity, analytics, and process improvement initiatives. Partner with regional and corporate leadership to support project staffing, field operations, and organizational expansion. Requirements Proven senior-level HR leadership experience, ideally at the VP or CHRO level, with strong strategic and operational capability. Stable job history within the construction industry (GC, CM, EPC, civil, or specialty contractor). Extensive knowledge of employment law, OSHA regulations, FMLA, workers' compensation, and multi-state HR compliance. Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, conflict resolution, and employee relations. Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to executives and diverse teams. Experience leading HR teams in fast-paced, multi-office environments; ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Compensation & Flexibility Outstanding executive compensation package Performance-based incentives Full benefits and long-term advancement opportunity Relocation available from anywhere in the USA Flexible location - Charlotte or any major U.S. office

Company Description:

Hornberger Management Company Holdings is the leading executive construction recruiter and construction executive search firm for construction president placement. For C-level construction staffing and construction recruitment, Hornberger Management Holdings is the construction search firm and construction management recruiter to fill any construction executive job, or confidential construction jobs (construction executive jobs, construction management jobs or construction manager jobs) with construction salaries over $200k. Hornberger Management Holdings is also known as a boutique construction recruiting firm (construction search firm, construction recruitment, construction recruiting services, construction executive recruiter, construction recruiters, construction head hunter or construction headhunter) with a 25-year legacy in corporate board member recruitment. Leading executive construction recruiter for executive construction jobs.