Senior HR Business Partner

About the role:

The Senior HR Business Partner serves as the primary HR partner for Divcon's field operations, partnering closely with Operations leaders to deliver strategic and hands-on Human Resources support across the employee lifecycle. This role is responsible for leading complex employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, organizational development, and manager coaching while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

Beyond employee relations, this role plays a key part in building scalable HR programs, leadership resources, training materials, and processes that strengthen manager capability and improve organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate is highly experienced in handling sensitive employee matters independently, thrives in fast-paced construction environments, and is comfortable traveling to field locations to support leaders and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations & Investigations

• Serve as the primary HR partner supporting field operations.
• Independently manage complex employee relations matters.
• Conduct workplace investigations and prepare detailed findings and recommendations.
• Coach managers through performance management process. 
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices.
• Build trusted relationships with field leaders through regular site visits.

Performance Management & Leadership Coaching

• Partner with leaders to improve employee performance and accountability.
• Coach managers on difficult conversations and leadership best practices.
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Facilitate calibration discussions and performance review processes.

Organizational Development & HR Programs

• Design and implement HR programs that support business growth.
• Create manager toolkits, SOPs, templates, training materials, and HR resources.
• Develop leadership training focused on performance management, coaching, employee engagement, and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness and employee experience.

HR Operations & Organizational Support

• Identify trends and proactively recommend solutions that improve retention and engagement.
• Participate in strategic HR initiatives supporting company growth.
• Advise leaders on ADA, FMLA, accommodations, leaves of absence, and employment law considerations.
• Ensure timely and effective resolution of HR inbox inquiries and employee requests, maintaining a high level of service and responsiveness
• Travel to field offices and project sites to strengthen relationships and provide onsite HR support

Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of employee relations and employment law.
• Exceptional investigation and interviewing skills.
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and employee relations principles
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and follow-through
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

 Physical Requirements

• Sit and/or stand for extended periods (typically 6-8 hours per day) while performing computer-based tasks and facility support tasks.
• Use hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, mice, telephones, scanners and printers.
• Occasionally stand, walk, bend, stoop, or reach to access filing cabinets, retrieve documents, or attend meetings.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull light objects and materials weighing up to 20-25 pounds (e.g., boxes of files or office supplies).
• Have sufficient vision (with or without correction) to read computer screens, printed documents, and small print; and sufficient hearing to communicate effectively by phone and in person.
• Work in a typical indoor office environment with moderate noise levels from office equipment, conversations, and occasional interruptions.
• Travel up to 40%

Benefits & Total Rewards:

• Opportunities for Growth 
  Hands-on training and career advancement in an exploding data-center industry.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
  We cover 100% of individual medical premiums and help offset the cost of family coverage.
• 401K with Employer Match 
  Eligible after 90 days, with company matching to help you invest in your future.   
• Disability Coverage 
  Both short- and long-term disability insurance provided at no cost to our employees.  
• Flexible PTO 
  Take time off when you need it, no accruing time necessary.

• Field-Based Employee Benefits
  For eligible field-based roles that require travel, Divcon covers all business travel expenses and provides a per diem, phone allowance, tools, and PPE at no cost. Eligible employees also receive paid training and additional reimbursable business expenses.