HR Area Manager - Ames Construction

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

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Essential Functions

• Drive the implementation of HR initiatives that support short and long-term business goals.
• Create a positive employee experience through leadership and implementation of various programs.
• Administer day-to-day tasks by providing guidance and direction on HR policies, processes, and programs to all employees within the supporting area locations.
• Provide coaching to employees, supervisors and leadership regarding conflict resolution and performance improvement. 
• Conduct employee relations investigations and recommend corrective action with consultation from Corporate HR.
• Oversee the Workday new hire onboarding process for the area office and ensure compliance with new hire forms.
• Provide ongoing development and support to area HR Business Partners.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies, procedures, and processes.
• Coordinate with Corporate on required Affirmative Action Plan implementation and reporting, pursuant to OFCCP requirements.
• Provide benefit administration support by communicating benefits offered, handling benefit inquiries and escalating issues to Corporate HR.
• Coordinate FMLA and short-term disability requests and tracking with consultation from Corporate HR.
• Assist Talent Acquisition with coordinating on-site interviews. 
• Maintain human resource information system records and compile reports in Workday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related, or equivalent work experience.
• Ten or more years of human resources experience. Construction industry experience is preferred.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem solving and conflict management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong organizational, attention to detail, and prioritization skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Workday preferred.

Working Conditions

• Location – This position will work out of our Burnsville, MN office supporting the Central and Mountain Areas.
• Travel – This role will be expected to travel to the Denver, Colorado office and project locations 30% of the time.
• Office environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.  

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.