JOB TYPE: Direct Hire
LOCATION: Lakewood, NJ
REMOTE / ONSITE: Onsite
POSTED: Aug 22, 2025
Our client is a fast growing company within the construction industry and they are now looking for a Human Resources Manager.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$120k
Position Overview:
Are you ready to shape and lead a dynamic Human Resources function from the ground up? We are seeking a visionary HR Manager who will take on the challenge of establishing and building out our HR department.
Responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager:
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent across multiple entities.
- Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process: job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions.
- Lead onboarding and orientation programs to ensure seamless integration of new hires.
- Build strong relationships with hiring managers to forecast staffing needs and optimize workforce planning.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and conflict resolution.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging work environment.
- Lead initiatives to build and reinforce company culture, including employee engagement programs and recognition events.
- Coach managers on performance management, feedback, and effective communication strategies.
- Design and implement a performance management program, including goal-setting, reviews, feedback cycles, and recognition systems.
- Manage and optimize employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.
- Evaluate and recommend innovative benefits to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
- Design and implement a comprehensive compensation program with salary structures, pay grades, and incentive plans.
- Conduct market benchmarking and internal equity analyses to ensure fair and competitive practices.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records; prepare reports and documentation for audits.
- Oversee HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency across all companies.
- Identify training needs and coordinate programs to support employee development and compliance certifications.
- Partner with leadership to develop programs that enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities.
- Manage HR communications, meetings, and documentation.
- Streamline HR processes to improve operational efficiency and employee experience.
Required Experience/Skills for the Human Resources Manager:
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
- Proven expertise in talent acquisition, benefits administration, and employee relations.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Experience/Skills:
- Ability to build out HR function from scratch.
- Strong employee relations experience.
- Proven success in employee retention initiatives.
- Strong recruitment skills.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
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