Human Resources Manager - Construction

A well-established, employee-owned general contractor with a long-standing reputation for excellence is seeking a hands-on HR Manager to build and lead their HR function from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to step into a true “blank slate” role—owning and shaping HR strategy, processes, and infrastructure for a tight-knit, highly tenured team of 140 employees

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Why This Role Stands Ou

• t:Build something from scratch – no legacy HR structure to untang
• leHigh visibility – work directly with executive leadersh
• ipStable, established company with decades of success in complex construction projec
• tsEmployee-owned organization (ESOP) with strong long-term incentiv
• esOpportunity to make a lasting cultural and operational impa

ct
This is a one-person HR department (with payroll support) responsible for designing, implementing, and owning all HR functions across the busine

ss.You’ll step into a company with strong foundations but no formal HR infrastructure, giving you full ownership

• to:Build and implement HR policies, processes, and best practi
• cesManage benefits administration, including open enrollm
• entOversee employee relations across a tenured workfo
• rcePartner closely with leadership on compliance, performance, and cult
• ureSupport payroll and ensure alignment with HR proces
• sesMaintain and evolve the employee handbook and internal polic
• iesHandle workers’ comp, compliance, and reporting (including ESOP-related responsibiliti

es)
What They’re Looking

• For:5+ years of HR experience, ideally in construction or a similar field environ
• mentExperience building or revamping HR processes from scratch (or being the first HR h
• ire)Comfortable operating as a true standalone HR le
• aderThick-skinned, direct communicator who can navigate a no-nonsense cul
• tureProven longevity and stability in prior roles (this is criti
• cal)Bachelor’s degree required; HR certifications are a
• plusMust be comfortable working onsite in

NYC
Compensation & Bene

• fits:Base plus annual
• bonusEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with strong contribution pote
• ntial401(k) with
• matchComprehensive medical (high employer contribution), dental, and v
• ision11 paid holidays + generou
• s PTOLong-term stability within an employee-owned co

mpany
Culture Sna

• pshot:Direct, straightforward communication
• styleHighly tenured workforce with strong institutional kno
• wledge“Roll up your sleeves” environment—not for someone who wants a purely strategic role without exe
• cutionBuilt for someone who thrives in ownership, autonomy, and accounta

bility
If you’re someone who wants to own HR end-to-end, build real structure, and leave a lasting mark on a growing organization, this is th

e role.
We look forward to reviewing your appl

ication!