HR Director

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Human Resources Business Partner can change yours.

A Director of Human Resources provides strategic initiatives, directs and coordinates human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, employee relations, benefits, training, and employee services by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Critical for success will be the ability to embody the corporate culture in all interactions and demonstrate professionalism and excellence in customer service.

Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You deliver exemplary customer service throughout interactions with others you shine when having a high degree of responsibility
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated.

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, 10+ years progressive, generalist HR Management experience with 5-7 years of direct Supervisory responsibilities in one or more of these areas: Employee/Labor Relations, Talent Acquisition, Training and Development, Compensation, Performance Management, HSE and/or Benefits
• Comprehensive knowledge of general employment legislation and the application of regulations in the areas of TITLE VII, EEOC, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPPA and related employment law
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Proven record of successful conflict resolution, negotiation, and counseling
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
• Travel required.