Director of Human Resources

Description

The Director of Human Resources is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s HR strategy. This role oversees all HR functions—including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, HR operations, and compliance—and acts as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. The ideal candidate is forward-thinking, people-centric, and skilled at building inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures. This is a full-time, on-site role located at our Charlotte, NC office. The position will report directly to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO).

• Develop leadership development and training planning programs.
• Create and maintain clear, compliant HR policies and procedures.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as an advisor to the senior leadership team, providing insight on workforce planning, organizational design, and culture initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements.
• Establish performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Maintain effective onboarding programs that foster engagement and long-term success.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices across the organization.
• Lead change-management efforts to support organizational growth and transformation.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture.
• Conduct market analyses to ensure equitable and competitive total rewards offerings.
• Recommend enhancements that support retention and employee wellbeing.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR Coordinator to deliver exceptional service.
• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, ensuring the organization attracts, develops, and retains top talent.
• Oversee HR systems, data integrity, and reporting to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Oversee the development and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Provide guidance on conflict resolution, employee concerns, and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills and ability to build rapport with both corporate and field-based teams.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, OSHA, ERISA, Immigration, Title VII, FLSA, FLMA and HR best practices.
• Experience with large ERP, Trimble Vista preferred
• Experience in a fast-growing or evolving environment.
• Deep understanding of multi-region general contractor operations, including project delivery, jobsite staffing, subcontractor coordination, and safety-driven environments.
• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role with a general contractor or similar large construction company
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s Degree or SPHR certification preferred).
• Ability to travel 10% to other Carolina markets

Benefits

Bonus potential

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company 401K

Half-days every other Friday (May-Aug)

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

Employee Stock Ownership

Paid Parental Leave

Group and Voluntary Life Insurance

We offer an environment that encourages professional and personal growth, an excellent benefits package, and a family culture. Join a team that values people and a place where our team members are our greatest asset.

Company Outings/Team Building Events

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Family/medical leave

8 Paid holidays per year

Employee referral program

Competitive Salary

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance