Human Resources; HR Specialist

The Weitz Company is hiring a Human Resources (HR) Specialist who will work on our data center project site in Council Hill, OK. The HR Specialist will play an important role supporting the HR functions of the employee life cycle on the project site, including fostering company culture, creating a seamless onboarding experience for new hires, facilitating internal mobility, and identifying opportunities for employee engagement initiatives.

This role will ensure business unit programming is implemented on the assigned project site and will collaborate with HR and project site leadership to support day‑to‑day HR needs on the project site.

This role will be located on the data center construction project site in Cedar Rapids, IA. Remote work is not available. Periodic travel to Des Moines, IA will be required for training and team collaboration purposes.

The Weitz Company has been building a better way since 1855. We are a full‑service construction company, general contractor, design‑builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

• Foster a positive work environment by planning and implementing employee engagement initiatives such as team‑building events, recognition programs, wellness challenges, and feedback forums
• Exhibit and promote consistent communication of company values to build a trusting work environment and align site teams with organizational goals and priorities
• Coordinate new hire onboarding for salaried employees and interns, including desk setup, training needs, new hire gifts and overall experience
• Partner with hiring managers, HR team members, and other stakeholders to create onboarding schedules for new employees
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on company‑wide programming and processes; advocate, share applicable resources, and ensure effective implementation at business unit level while tracking progress
• Facilitate the offboarding process
• Maintain accurate personnel records, systems, HRIS data, and ensure updates are communicated promptly
• Respond to unemployment claims, complete E‑Verify processes, and assist with internal HR‑driven audits
• Facilitate employee relocations by collaborating with HR, project teams, traveling employees, and the company relocation vendor in a timely manner and creating/issuing transfer memos to ensure a seamless transition
• Stay informed on applicable employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, market competitiveness, and efficiency of processes, policies, and integration between HR and Operations

• Experience
  • 2+ years of experience in HR is required; experience in construction or a related industry is a plus
  • Working knowledge of employment laws and HR practices is preferred
  • Business‑related degree required; HR‑focused emphasis is preferred – an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Skills
  • Extremely organized and a skill multi‑tasker
  • Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Detail‑oriented and highly organized
  • High level of professionalism and tact
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization
  • High level of confidentiality
  • Continuous improvement mindset with the desire to provide high quality work in a timely manner
  • Bilingual (fluent) in English and Spanish is a plus
• Technology
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to learn specific job‑related software upon hire
• Additional Requirements
  • Must be able to work onsite at a data center construction project site in Council Hill, OK
  • Willingness to travel periodically to Des Moines, IA for training and team collaboration

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax‑Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer‑Paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Programs
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental…