Director of Human Resources - Construction
Job in
Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
NW Recruiting Partners
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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HR/Recruitment
Talent Manager, HR Manager, Employee Relations -
Management
Talent Manager, HR Manager, Employee Relations, Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Seattle, WA
Our client is a well-established Seattle-based contractor recognized for its craftsmanship, integrity, and collaborative culture. They are seeking to hire a Director of Human Resources to lead all people-related functions and ensure that HR strategies align with both immediate operational needs and long-term business objectives.
This leader oversees the company's People and Organizational Development functions, driving compliance and consistency while fostering an engaged, high-performing workforce. The Director serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, a culture champion, and a hands-on strategist who blends vision with execution.
Director of Human Resources Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a forward-thinking HR strategy that supports growth, engagement, and compliance.
- Lead all People and Organizational Development initiatives to ensure consistency, scalability, and alignment with business objectives.
- Partner with the executive team to shape workforce planning, talent acquisition, and succession strategies.
- Oversee recruitment initiatives, including vendor management, interview coordination, onboarding, and retention programs.
- Direct benefits strategy, open enrollment, and vendor relationships to ensure competitive and cost-effective offerings.
- Maintain and continuously improve policies, procedures, and employee handbooks to ensure legal compliance and organizational consistency.
- Provide leadership coaching, employee relations guidance, and conflict resolution support across all departments.
- Collaborate with Safety and Operations teams to enhance training, compliance tracking, and certification programs.
- Manage performance review cycles, compensation planning, and merit increase processes.
- Analyze HR data and metrics to inform business decisions and present actionable insights to leadership.
- Serve as the company's culture ambassador, strengthening communication, recognition, and engagement initiatives that reflect organizational values.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required;
Master's degree preferred. - HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR/SPHR) strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or director-level capacity.
- Experience in the construction, engineering, or related field strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with company goals and enhance organizational performance.
- Demonstrated success managing compliance, employee relations, and organizational development initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to build trust at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Lucrative compensation with bonus structure
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401k Plan
- Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
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