Company DescriptionWorking at Knobelsdorff (KE)Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions. Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core value. Starting your career with KE means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work. If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you. Job DescriptionThis role supports the Enterprise Division by serving as a strategic Human Resources partner to leaders across Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Operational Excellence, IT, and other enterprise functions. You'll be responsible for aligning business priorities with workforce, leadership, organizational, and culture initiatives that support sustainable growth and operational success. Success in this role means helping leaders build high-performing teams, proactively address workforce challenges, and create a positive employee experience, all while upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

What You'll DoYou'll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results.

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

Business Partnership and Workforce PlanningDevelop a strong understanding of assigned functions' business priorities, operating models, workforce needs, and leadership challengesTranslate business and growth plans into workforce actions including capacity planning, talent priorities, and manager capability developmentAdvise leaders on organizational structure, role clarity, spans of control, and decision-making effectivenessAnticipate workforce and organizational risks and facilitate timely action plansEmployee Relations, Performance, and Manager CoachingServe as the primary advisor to leaders on routine to complex employee relations mattersCoach leaders through performance management, attendance and conduct concerns, conflict resolution, corrective action, and employment decisionsConduct or coordinate workplace investigations and document findings and recommendationsIdentify trends in employee relations activity and recommend proactive solutionsMaintain accurate and timely case documentationOnboarding, Employee Experience, and CultureSupport onboarding effectiveness by ensuring leaders are prepared and new employees are successfully integrated into their teamsGather employee feedback through conversations, surveys, and other listening channelsHelp leaders reinforce KE's values and foster a culture of trust, accountability, and performanceTalent, Leadership, and Succession PlanningIdentify capability and leadership gaps and develop appropriate growth and development plansFacilitate talent reviews, succession planning, critical role discussions, and development planningSupport internal mobility and career development initiatives across assigned functionsOrganizational Effectiveness and Change ManagementSupport organizational design and restructuring efforts that align workforce capabilities with business needsDevelop and execute people-focused change management plans for significant business initiativesAssess stakeholder impact, readiness, communication needs, and adoption strategiesWorkforce Insights and Continuous ImprovementUse workforce data and business insights to identify trends in turnover, retention, engagement, and performanceProvide leaders with actionable recommendations and follow through on workforce initiativesContribute to HRBP tools, standards, and best practices that improve consistency and scalabilityPartner with HRIS and People Operations to support HR technology adoption and data governancePartnership Within and Across Human ResourcesPartner closely with Talent Acquisition on workforce planning, hiring priorities, and retention effortsCollaborate with Total Rewards on compensation, benefits, and market competitiveness discussionsWork alongside People Operations, HRIS, Compliance, and Leave Administration to support employee and business needsCoordinate HR support across assigned functions and clarify ownership among specialized HR teamsHR Leadership and Support Team OversightProvide leadership, coaching, and day-to-day oversight of HR Generalist team members supporting the divisionQualificationsWhat You BringYou're someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right.

Successful candidates typically bring:

Seven or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, including substantial responsibility for advising leaders and managing employee relations mattersBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experienceDemonstrated experience coaching leaders through performance, employee relations, talent, workforce, and organizational challengesWorking knowledge of federal and state employment laws and experience supporting employees across multiple jurisdictionsExperience using workforce data and business information to influence decisions and recommendationsAbility to travel up to 25% to KE offices, project sites, and other business locationsBonus Points ForExperience supporting construction, industrial, field-based, or similarly distributed operationsExperience working in a high-growth or rapidly changing organizationExperience with organizational design, change management, succession planning, acquisitions, or integrationsExperience working with a modern HRIS (Paycom) and manager self-service modelProfessional certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCPAdditional InformationPay RangeWe believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range:

$108,000.00 - $130,725.00 per yearTotal Rewards StatementAs a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employeesHSA contributions to support your medical expensesCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage401(k) with competitive company matchPerformance-based incentivesPaid weekly with competitive wagesPTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursementExclusive employee discounts through Working AdvantageWe believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerFrequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documentsAbility to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds, such as files, office equipment, or training materialsRegular verbal communication and active listening in person, virtually, and by phone

Accessibility:

If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at [email protected].Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under

Federal Employment Laws:

EEO is the Law (English/Spanish) KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work postersIf you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we'll work with you.