Senior Human Resources Business Partner; Hybrid s

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Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Hybrid Work Options)

CDM Smith is currently seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join our Technical Services Unit (TSU), providing HR support to the Water Services Group. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, this role will provide strategic HR leadership, driving initiatives that align with corporate objectives. The Senior HR Business Partner will play a key role in mitigating organizational risk and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

This role will be an advisor to business leaders for matters regarding talent initiatives, employee relations, compensation, training, and other HR programs and policies that impact the business unit’s ability to successfully achieve its objectives.

• Provide strategic HR leadership and guidance to managers and employees across designated regions or divisions, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide HR strategies, policies, and programs.
• Administer a broad range of HR functions including employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, engagement, workforce and succession planning, employee development, performance management, organizational development, HRIS, recruitment support, and relocation.
• Identify and escalate emerging HR trends and issues, collaborating with business leaders to support workforce planning. This includes conducting workforce reviews, identifying high‑potential talent, implementing succession plans, and continuously refining workforce strategies to meet evolving business needs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, managing conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, grievances, and discrimination concerns. Provide policy guidance and seek legal counsel when necessary to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Partner with other HR teams to address organizational challenges, recommending innovative approaches to enhance departmental efficiency and service delivery.
• Advise managers on performance feedback strategies to support employee growth and development.
• Lead or contribute to HR initiatives, projects, and program development efforts that drive organizational effectiveness.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the success of the HR function and the broader organization.

This role can be based in Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, or Houston, TX. Work location options:
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for the successful candidate.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent additional directly related experience.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; frequency contingent on specific duties.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist, preferably within the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to successfully manage moderately complex projects to a successful outcome.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills with ability to use intermediate to advanced Excel features.
• Ability to work with detail, oversee multiple priorities, and work within deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Minimum: $77,667 – Maximum: $128,128. All bonuses are discretionary.

Travel required:

20%.