Travel intermittently (generally no more than 3 times per quarter) to other MPS studio locations, as needed.
Work collaboratively within the People Operations team, sharing knowledge, problem-solving together, and ensuring consistent delivery of HR services across all studios.
Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and leaders, providing timely, accurate, and approachable guidance.
Maintain and update employee handbooks, SOPs, and HR policies.
Model flexibility and teamwork by stepping in, collaborating, and helping wherever needed to ensure HR goals and firm priorities are met.
Partner with supervisors to navigate performance issues, ensuring consistency and compliance.
Support participation in career fairs and recruiting events as needed.
Support performance management and compensation review cycles through tracking and communication.
Deliver and manage employee engagement programs, including recognition, wellness, and belonging initiatives.
Execute day-to-day administration of compensation, benefits, and leave programs.
Partner with HR leadership and local wellness leads to execute firmwide campaigns and events.
Participate in HR-led projects to improve processes, technology, and the employee experience.
Support communication planning for HR initiatives, drafting messages, presentations, and intranet content.
Prepare reports and dashboards that support decision-making and compliance.
Facilitate employee milestone recognition, celebrations, and firmwide engagement touchpoints.
Identify opportunities to enhance consistency across studios through better tools, automations, and templates.
Participate in planning and execution of firmwide events, campaigns, and communications that enhance employee engagement and belonging.
Deliver onboarding experiences for new employees, ensuring a smooth transition into the firm.
Provide direct guidance and hands-on support for employee relations matters including coaching, investigations, and corrective actions.
Partner with HR leadership to integrate acquired employees into firm programs, benefits, and culture initiatives.
Partner closely with payroll to ensure accurate deductions, pay changes, and benefit processing.
Assist with career development and performance cycle logistics, including communications, forms, and tracking.
Coordinate client-specific compliance requirements such as background checks, safety certifications, and site protocols.
Maintain HR data integrity in HRIS systems and ensure timely updates to employee records.
Maintain HR data integrity and assist in preparing reports or analytics that support informed business and people decisions.
Support benefit program administration and coordinate employee education efforts.
Help maintain and apply firm policies and procedures, ensuring accessibility and understanding across teams.
Partner with HR leadership to streamline workflows, templates, and checklists that improve efficiency.
Step in to support any area of the HR function as team priorities shift, contributing to initiatives across benefits, compliance, employee relations, onboarding, wellness, or operations as needed.
Support and manage HR compliance activities including required filings, audits, and reporting (e.g., ACA, EEO, AAP).
Partner with safety coordinators to execute training, maintain OSHA documentation, and ensure readiness.
Collaborate with peers to ensure HR deliverables are executed on time and with a high degree of quality.
Execute HR components of M&A transitions, including onboarding, systems setup, and employee communications.
Requirements
hris
microsoft office
phr/sphr
shrm-cp
5+ years
business acumen
Strong business acumen, with the ability to align HR initiatives and day-to-day operations with organizational goals.
Highly analytical, with the ability to collect, interpret, and leverage data to inform decisions and measure program success.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in HRIS systems, data management, and reporting tools to ensure HR reporting, payroll, and audit requirements are met.
Strong team collaboration skills, with experience supporting cross-functional initiatives and fostering effective partnerships across departments.
Experience in a professional services environment or architecture/engineering industry.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence employees and leadership at all levels.
PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification.
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs and shifting priorities.
High emotional intelligence, with the capacity to understand and respond to employee and leadership needs while maintaining professionalism and discretion.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive, broad-based HR experience, with demonstrated hands-on execution across multiple functional areas such as employee relations, benefits, compliance, onboarding, and employee engagement.
Ability to navigate a matrix management structure, working across multiple leaders and studios.
Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive employee information and HR data.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
coordinate client-specific background checks as part of compliance requirements
Company
Overview
1979
Year Established
The firm was founded in 1979 and has since built a reputation for trusted innovation in architecture.
With a rich history of diverse projects, the firm has developed a reputation for creating spaces that blend functionality with aesthetic value.
Their portfolio spans across multiple sectors including residential, commercial, civic, healthcare, and education.
Notable projects include both small-scale urban residences and large multi-building campus designs for universities and healthcare facilities.
The firm’s commitment to design excellence is evident in their work, where each project is approached with a focus on innovation and community impact.
Their collaborative process fosters close relationships with clients, ensuring every design aligns with the vision and needs of the community.
Through their work, they continually contribute to the built environment, making spaces more sustainable, inviting, and functional.
Culture + Values
We believe that the best design results from a collaborative process built on mutual respect, trust, and open communication.
We strive for excellence in everything we do, while also recognizing that our work must serve the needs and desires of the communities we serve.
We encourage innovation and creativity, pushing the boundaries of traditional design to create meaningful, sustainable architecture.
We are committed to a culture of continuous learning, growth, and mentorship, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop professionally.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target Year
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
Committed to integrating sustainability into its practice, focusing on energy-efficient, environmentally responsible buildings.
Prioritizes design strategies that reduce energy consumption, optimize building performance, and minimize construction's environmental impact.
Supports green building certifications like LEED, ENERGY STAR, and other sustainable design standards.
Inclusion & Diversity
fosters an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and where individuals feel empowered to contribute.
has made strides toward increasing gender diversity, with a focus on promoting women into leadership roles.
has developed internal programs to encourage mentorship and career development, particularly for underrepresented groups in architecture.