Human Resources Generalist

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier,
100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams.

We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of:
Genuine
, We, Not I,
All In
.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

We are currently seeking a talented and professional Human Resources Generalist. Working collaboratively with the Human Resources Director and project team, this position is essential in driving positive employee relations strategies, leading partnering with leadership and on‑site managers related to employee issues. They are responsible for leading through employee relations matters including employee complaints, investigations, conflict, and performance management, and making recommendations on solutions.

They also develop proactive approaches to mitigate challenges and educate managers on their people leadership skills. This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who is passionate about employee relations and looking to leverage their skills within a growing organization.

This role will be designated onsite to a construction project in the Greater Milwaukee area. Upon completion of the project, the role will require relocation within the Central Region. Relocation incentives apply per company policy.

• Provides counsel and support to managers/supervisors on issues of company/HR policy application, production operation Human Resource needs and provides HR services to team members.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve issues of employee concern or conflict in an appropriate, compliant, and timely manner. Scope concerns may be related to code of conduct violations, ethics matters, performance, safety, interpersonal conflict, general conduct, and employment action concerns.
• Maintain detailed and accurate account of concern or investigation with timely memorialization of the notes and supporting documents, using the appropriate processes and systems.
• Consult with the HR Director, Labor & Employment, Legal and HR resources, and managers in providing the HR support and employee relations subject matter expertise to recommend solutions and action to resolve employee concerns.
• Provide regular and proactive communication to Leader and other relevant parties, related to assigned cases.
• Conduct ER investigations, analyze organizational health issues, and work in partnership with the HR Business Partner to develop and execute plans to address problem areas.
• Use data and information gathered from investigations to determine appropriate course of action aligned with company policies and procedures.
• Coach leaders on appropriate follow up and disciplinary action as needed based on findings of performance and/or employee relations concerns.
• Apply expertise supporting managers and employees through ADA accommodations processes.
• Maintain a strong partnership with the safety teams to support safety incidents.
• Facilitate field‑based training in support of positive employee practices and relations.
• Utilize a customer‑focused approach to deliver HR solutions through effective partnerships across the HR…