Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GenPro Energy Solutions is a nationally recognized renewable energy EPC contractor dedicated to building the infrastructure that powers stronger communities and a more resilient energy future. The Senior Human Resources Manager is a strategic partner to the Director of Human Resources, overseeing recruitment strategy, employee relations, training, and HR compliance initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Support the Director of Human Resources in developing GenPro's recruitment strategy and own the day-to-day management and execution of that strategy across field construction, project management, and corporate office roles
- Manage a pipeline of 10 or more open requisitions at any given time, tailoring sourcing approaches to high-volume field/craft labor hiring as well as specialized office and professional-level recruitment
- Serve as the primary administrator of the company's applicant tracking and HRIS recruiting tools (ADP and related platforms), maintaining accurate requisition tracking, candidate pipelines, and reporting
- Build and maintain standardized interview guides, scorecards, and hiring manager toolkits to improve consistency, quality of hire, and speed-to-fill
- Partner with the Director of Human Resources, field leadership, and project management to anticipate staffing needs and execute on hiring plans tied to project awards, schedules, and seasonal demand
- Manage relationships with external recruiting agencies, job boards, and staffing partners as needed to support high-volume hiring periods
- Track and report recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source of hire, offer acceptance rate) to support workforce planning and Executive-level reporting
- Support succession planning and internal talent pipeline development for key field and office positions in partnership with the Director of Human Resources
- Serve as a trusted, day-to-day resource for employee relations matters, providing hands-on guidance and coaching to supervisors and employees
- Support the Director of Human Resources on complex or high-level employee relations investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations
- Own the administration of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), coaching supervisors on documentation, delivery, and consistent follow-through
- Support the annual and ongoing performance review process, including manager preparation, calibration, and documentation quality
- Provide training and coaching to managers on effective employee relations practices, difficult conversations, and performance management
- Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends, providing the Director of Human Resources with insight and recommendations to support retention
- Own the company's training and development function, including managing external training vendors and coordinating training calendars
- Administer the Learning Management System (LMS) within ADP, including course assignments, completion tracking, and reporting
- Partner with the Safety/HSE team to schedule, coordinate, and track required safety training for field employees
- Develop entry-level training content and materials for both field and office employees, in partnership with subject matter experts
- Identify training gaps and recommend programs to support employee development, cross-training, and leadership growth
- Serve as a super-user of HRIS/ADP systems, driving data integrity, reporting accuracy, and process automation
- Build recurring and ad hoc reports for the Executive team on headcount, turnover, recruiting activity, and workforce trends
- Lead the creation and documentation of HR standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support consistency and scalability as the company grows
- Drive improvements in HR data organization, recordkeeping, and retention practices
- Identify and implement opportunities to use AI and other emerging technologies to automate manual HR processes and create greater efficiency across the department
- Support the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, EEO, HIPAA, and other applicable labor and employment requirements
- Prepare and submit required government workforce reporting, including annual EEO-1 reporting, VETS-4212 filings, and other federal, state, or local reporting obligations, in coordination with the Director of Human Resources
- Assist in administering HR compliance programs, audits, and reporting requirements in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources
- Prepare and maintain HR compliance documentation, including I-9/E-Verify audits, employee file audits, and other required regulatory records
- Support leave of absence administration and the ADA interactive accommodation process in partnership with the Human Resources team
- Serve as secondary support for unemployment claims administration, including documentation and hearing preparation as needed
- Monitor regulatory updates and help assess potential impacts to HR policies, procedures, and compliance practices
- Own the ongoing review, drafting, and revision of the employee handbook and companywide HR policies, in close collaboration with the Director of Human Resources, ensuring alignment with current employment law and evolving business needs
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and programs across the organization, partnering with the Director of Human Resources and department leaders to support operational efficiency and regulatory compliance
- Manage the full policy update lifecycle, including drafting revisions, coordinating Director and leadership review, communicating changes to employees and managers, and tracking acknowledgment and sign-off
- Maintain version control and a centralized record of all HR policy and handbook documentation to ensure the organization always has a single source of truth
- Serve as the primary point of contact for manager and employee questions on policy interpretation and application, escalating novel or higher-risk situations to the Director of Human Resources
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity when handling employee records, investigations, and other sensitive employee or compliance-related information
- Support the Director of Human Resources with compensation benchmarking, job evaluations, and pay equity analysis to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness
- Support employee engagement survey administration and help translate results into actionable recommendations
- Serve as a cross-trained backup for core benefits administration, workers' compensation, and onboarding functions
- Provide coverage support to ensure continuity of HR operations during absences, peak periods, or open enrollment
Skills
- 7 or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, with demonstrated ownership of recruitment execution, employee relations, and strategic HR support
- Proven experience managing a requisition load of 10 or more concurrent openings across both field/craft and office/professional roles
- Strong background in employee relations, including Performance Improvement Plans, performance management, and manager coaching
- Experience owning or significantly supporting training and development programs, including LMS administration
- Demonstrated data analytics and reporting capability, with comfort building dashboards and Executive-level reports
- Familiarity with AI and other emerging HR technologies, with a demonstrated ability to identify and implement tools that create efficiency within the HR function
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/ATS platforms required
- Working knowledge of EEO-1, VETS-4212, or similar government workforce reporting requirements strongly preferred
- Experience with I-9/E-Verify compliance, leave administration, and the ADA interactive process preferred
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
- Construction, EPC, or field-based workforce recruiting experience strongly preferred
Benefits
- Remote (Midwest Preferred); Hybrid/On-Site Available in Piedmont, SD
- Serve as a cross-trained backup for core benefits administration, workers' compensation, and onboarding functions.
- Provide coverage support to ensure continuity of HR operations during absences, peak periods, or open enrollment.
- Applicants being considered for hire must pass a background check and drug test before beginning work.
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