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Human Resources Manager
Woodbridge, NJOur client is a customer-focused energy solutions provider committed to delivering engineering-driven strategies that improve facility performance, reduce operational and maintenance costs, and provide long term reliable solutions by seamlessly combining technical engineering with project implementation. We focus on providing energy engineering and MEP contracting support for decarbonization initiatives. We are growing and looking to hire dedicated, industry-qualified candidates at all experience levels to grow with our company.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead our human resources function during a period of growth and transformation. This role will oversee our Professional Employer Organization (PEO) relationship, manage full-cycle recruiting, drive staff recruitment, and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new team members, coordinate external HR consultants, administer reviews and handle HR administrative tasks, Will manage administrative staff and coordinate and collaborate with external PEO and senior consult HR staff. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a strong, values-driven workplace.
Essential Job Functions
• Works with management to develop and implement a HR plan with objectives and strategies to support the business. Plans, organizes and controls all activities of the department, including developing department goals, objectives and systems.
• Identifies, develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; performs benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, information activities program and cash flow.
• Develops and maintains affirmative action program; files EEO-1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
• Collaborates with management, accounting, sales, engineering, and operations to develops and implements a HR plan for the business including recruiting training, and developing staff.
• Design and execute onboarding programs that foster engagement and retention
• • Ensure new hires are equipped with tools, training, and cultural orientation
• • Continuously improve onboarding workflows and documentation
• Implements and annually updates the compensation program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys and develops merit pool (salary budget); analyzes compensation; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Conducts recruitment effort for all exempt, nonexempt and temporary workers; writes and places advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.
• Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars. Maintains organizational charts and employee directory.
• Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree (BA) from four-year college or university (Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field).
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP a plus. SHRMs Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential a plus.
• 5+ years of HR experience, and recruiting
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in energy, engineering, or technical industries a plus
• PEO oversight highly desired
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities,
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment with multiple concurrent deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, ADP Total Source, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Adobe Acrobat/Reader.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• A minimum of five years of human resource management experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Provide clarity in complex problems, facilitate decision-making, and guide management.
• Self-starter who can work within a team environment to drive results.
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and planning skills.
Physical Demands of the Job
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, grasp, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; push or pull; talk and hear; use repetitive motions.
• The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee must have visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading and visual inspections of marketing materials.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to the following work environment:
• The employee is subject to both inside environmental conditions.
Our client makes offers of employment contingent upon (1) successful completion of a routine background investigation and reference check, (2) drug testing, and (3) Act 34 Child Abuse clearance.
Benefits
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Education reimbursement program with management approval.
• Annual paid time off.
• Observance of 8 days off for Holidays.
Work Schedule
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• 40-hour work week.
• Occasional weekends.
• On-call requirement.
• Some travel required, as needed.
Employee Acknowledgement
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. This position may be assigned to perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead our human resources function during a period of growth and transformation. This role will oversee our Professional Employer Organization (PEO) relationship, manage full-cycle recruiting, drive staff recruitment, and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new team members, coordinate external HR consultants, administer reviews and handle HR administrative tasks, Will manage administrative staff and coordinate and collaborate with external PEO and senior consult HR staff. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a strong, values-driven workplace.
Essential Job Functions
• Works with management to develop and implement a HR plan with objectives and strategies to support the business. Plans, organizes and controls all activities of the department, including developing department goals, objectives and systems.
• Identifies, develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; performs benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, information activities program and cash flow.
• Develops and maintains affirmative action program; files EEO-1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
• Collaborates with management, accounting, sales, engineering, and operations to develops and implements a HR plan for the business including recruiting training, and developing staff.
• Design and execute onboarding programs that foster engagement and retention
• • Ensure new hires are equipped with tools, training, and cultural orientation
• • Continuously improve onboarding workflows and documentation
• Implements and annually updates the compensation program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys and develops merit pool (salary budget); analyzes compensation; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Conducts recruitment effort for all exempt, nonexempt and temporary workers; writes and places advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.
• Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars. Maintains organizational charts and employee directory.
• Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree (BA) from four-year college or university (Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field).
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP a plus. SHRMs Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential a plus.
• 5+ years of HR experience, and recruiting
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in energy, engineering, or technical industries a plus
• PEO oversight highly desired
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities,
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment with multiple concurrent deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, ADP Total Source, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Adobe Acrobat/Reader.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• A minimum of five years of human resource management experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Provide clarity in complex problems, facilitate decision-making, and guide management.
• Self-starter who can work within a team environment to drive results.
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and planning skills.
Physical Demands of the Job
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, grasp, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; push or pull; talk and hear; use repetitive motions.
• The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee must have visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading and visual inspections of marketing materials.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to the following work environment:
• The employee is subject to both inside environmental conditions.
Our client makes offers of employment contingent upon (1) successful completion of a routine background investigation and reference check, (2) drug testing, and (3) Act 34 Child Abuse clearance.
Benefits
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Education reimbursement program with management approval.
• Annual paid time off.
• Observance of 8 days off for Holidays.
Work Schedule
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• 40-hour work week.
• Occasional weekends.
• On-call requirement.
• Some travel required, as needed.
Employee Acknowledgement
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. This position may be assigned to perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs.