HR Business Partner

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,000 Teammates across the US, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove's key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Hargrove. We're happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Summary: Generally responsible for performing Human Resources related duties at the professional level including Teammate relations, training, employment, labor relations, benefits, payroll, affirmative action and employment equity programs. Work will be performed independently with minimal supervision.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.

• Managing Teammate relations counseling, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing.

• Administering various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains policies and procedures manual.

• Participating in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.

• Performing benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, reconciling invoices for payment, and communicating benefit information to Teammates.

• Administering the company substance abuse program.

• Participating in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.

• Assisting in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.

• Assist with managing company benefit programs and researching new alternatives on an annual basis.

• Implementing health awareness and wellness programs.

• Hosting Teammate benefit meetings for the dissemination of new plan information or changes.

• Overseeing the administration of benefits and coordinating with vendors on any issues.

• Assisting with the termination process as needed.

• Assist with administering any compensation programs.

• Assisting with preparation of affirmative action program; assist in the filing of the EEO-1 report annually; maintains other records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations.

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Human Resources or related field from an accredited university and a minimum of 10 years of relevant Human Resources experience is required.

Certification: PHR/SPHR certification is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 10 or more years of relevant human resources experience.

• Knowledge of office administration procedures.

• Extreme attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with extreme multi-tasking.

• Ability to analyze data, make judgments and develop reports.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Teammates, clients, and vendors.

• Ability to be discreet in dealing with sensitive situations and maintaining confidentiality in all areas.

• Ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to manage frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to listen and ascertain the needs of Teammates.

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and other software as needed.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.