Human Resources Project Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

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McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions.

We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through :

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Human Resources Project Manager to our growing People team in Seattle, WA. The HR Project Manager is responsible for creating, managing and executing cross-functional, people-related projects that standardize and strengthen our HR practices across the organization.

They will work closely with the Senior People Operations Manager, SVP of People, and other HR and Business leaders to drive a best-in-class employee experience and ensure the smooth delivery of key HR processes and projects, including both ongoing annual / seasonal efforts and ad-hoc special assignments.

Primary responsibilities include :

Project Management :

• Be the cross-team connector and project manager on annual / seasonal HR efforts (Benefits Open Enrollment, Performance Reviews, Goal Setting, Compensation Cycle, Annual Planning, etc.).
• Manage the design, development and execution of complex, ad-hoc projects through the point of implementation and turnover to the SME.
• Utilize issue-based problem-solving techniques to rapidly identify problem statements and structure key activities to deliver outcomes.
• Escalate risks, track outcomes, empower decision makers, identify interdependencies, build project plans, and manage stakeholders.
• Leverage research, data and storytelling to support decision-making and enable change across the organization.
• Support change management activities associated with HR programs and projects.
• Communicate effectively with a broad set of stakeholders (both HR team and enterprise-wide) and report out on project progress and status.
• Create meeting content and facilitate working sessions in partnership with applicable HR Senior Leaders.

Operational Excellence :

• Regularly review HR-related processes with HR partners and determine opportunities within individual teams, as well as across the department.
• Work with other teams and HR Senior Leader Team to prioritize work related to efficiency and effectiveness and ensure consistency across teams.
• Own the overall process documentation and project management workflow for the HR department.
• As needed, develop and gain buy-in on communication, process flow, process ownership, documentation and decision making.
• Support with other research and administrative duties, as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• 5+ years of experience in project management, leading and implementing complex, cross-functional projects
• Experience in human resources (strongly preferred)
• Alignment with McKinstry's values (Put People First, Be Constantly Curious, Build Trusted Partnerships, Make a Positive Difference)
• Excellent strategic and critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to navigate in ambiguity
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address issues effectively
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend data-driven solutions
• Ability to navigate and thrive in a complex and dynamic organizational environment (growth mindset)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information, documents, and records with professionalism and integrity
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite - must show demonstrative written communications skills
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered :

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with :

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance

Building Good" paid community service time

• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $80,100 - $134,400 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training.

This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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