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Colliers Engineering & Design Senior Human Resources Business Partner in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey
Overview
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner. As a Senior HR Business Partner at Colliers Engineering & Design, you will play a pivotal role in aligning human resources strategies with our business objectives. This is a unique opportunity to be a key influencer in a high-growth environment, where change is not just constant, but welcomed. You will work closely with leaders and employees alike to drive talent initiatives, organizational development, and employee engagement.
Responsibilities
Consult with managers and employees on various HR related inquiries, leave of absence requests, policy interpretation and employee relations issues.
Manage and resolve employee relations and disciplinary issues, conducting thorough, effective, and objective investigations. Ensure proper documentation is maintained.
Perform terminations of employment with managers adhering to Company procedures.
Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback as applicable.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of all federal, state and local labor laws, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Provide consultation to the hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team throughout the selection process, including interviewing candidates.
Assist with the development and maintenance of the Company compensation structure, evaluating and monitoring for fair and competitive pay practices.
Manage the on-boarding process for employees to maximize the employee experience.
Provide day to day performance management guidance and support to managers as well as support during annual and semi-annual performance evaluations.
Work closely with the Compensation Team to develop and utilize job descriptions.
Develop and maintain career paths and related materials, communication and training employees and managers on the effective implementation of such materials.
Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention. Participate in employee activities.
Identify training needs and collaborate with the Knowledge and Learning Team to deliver the training.
Work closely with the HR Operations Team to communicate all employment status changes, leaves of absence, promotions, etc. ensuring accuracy of data in HRIS and payroll.
Participate in regular meetings.
Special projects and other related tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field.
Relevant Years of experience required to perform the role: 5-8 years of managerial experience.
Additionally, the successful candidate should possess the following certifications, skills, abilities, and competencies:
SHRM-CP Certification preferred.
Knowledge in all areas of HR, employee relations, benefits, compensation, performance management, etc.
Impeccable interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to effectively work well with and communicate with all employees and managers, verbally and in writing.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize, multi-task and be detail oriented.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Effectively navigate and operate various HRIS, MS Office and other computer programs.
Strong public-speaking skills.
Expert level knowledge of federal and state employment laws. Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances and policies.
Strong time-management skills with a focus on deadlines and urgency.
Ability to travel as needed throughout the year to regional offices via automobile, train, or airplane.
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We are committed to ensuring that diversity and inclusion continues to be a strategic area of focus, not only as the right thing to do, but as one of the ways we will continue to lead our industry into the future. As part of this responsibility, we are on a progressive journey to foster an environment in which everyone at Colliers Engineering & Design feels respected and comfortable doing their best work while being their authentic selves regardless of background or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.