Overview
CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join the Technical Services Unit (TSU), providing HR support to the Water Services Group. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, this role provides strategic HR leadership, driving initiatives that align with corporate objectives. The Senior HR Business Partner advises business leaders on talent initiatives, employee relations, compensation, training, and other HR programs and policies to help the business unit achieve its objectives. This role can be based in Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, or Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic HR leadership and guidance to managers and employees across designated regions or divisions, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide HR strategies, policies, and programs.
- Administer a broad range of HR functions including employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, engagement, workforce and succession planning, employee development, performance management, organizational development, HRIS, recruitment support, and relocation.
- Identify and escalate emerging HR trends and issues, collaborating with business leaders to support workforce planning, including workforce reviews, identifying high-potential talent, implementing succession plans, and refining workforce strategies.
- Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, managing conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, grievances, and discrimination concerns; provide policy guidance and seek legal counsel when necessary to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
- Partner with other HR teams to address organizational challenges and recommend innovative approaches to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- Advise managers on performance feedback strategies to support employee growth and development.
- Lead or contribute to HR initiatives, projects, and program development efforts that drive organizational effectiveness.
- Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the success of the HR function and the broader organization.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications :Bachelor's Degree.
5 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.Domestic and / or international travel may be required. Travel frequency depends on duties and project demands.Preferred Qualifications :Minimum of 2 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist, preferably within the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.
Additional Details
Job Title : Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Hybrid Work Options)Group : WSOEmployment Type : RegularEEO Statement : CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https : / / www.cdmsmith.com / en / Video / Meet-CDM-Smith)Location / Travel : Based in United States — Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; or Houston, TX. Travel approximately 20% may be required.Pay Range : Minimum $77,667 – Maximum $128,128Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.Work Location Options : Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidates.Visa Sponsorship : No sponsorship available for this positionOther Information
Job Site Location : United States - Nationwide
Assignment Category : Fulltime-Regular
Background Check and Drug Testing : CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks and drug testing as appropriate for certain positions. Details provided as part of the employment process.
Additional Notes
Massachusetts Applicants : It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment in Massachusetts.
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