Field HR Manager

Position Overview

The Field Operations HR Manager is responsible for delivering HR functions and actions aligning with business objectives at large construction project field locations. This role will work as the manager of the on‑site field HR team, delivering human resource‑related support for the Project team, as well as acting as an employee champion, and change agent. The HR Manager is crucial in executing and improving the “Field HR” delivery model, used throughout the entire Kiewit organization.

A successful person in this role maintains an effective level of business literacy about the projects schedule of completion, key performance indices, current objectives, culture and competition.

At Kiewit, the scale of our operations is huge. Our construction and engineering projects span across the United States, Canada and Mexico, improving and connecting communities with every initiative. We depend on our high‑performing operations support professionals — they’re the glue that holds multiple areas of the business together and the catalysts that make things happen.

HR Operations is an integral partner and service provider  recent years, we have gone from decentralized HR groups to a unified, shared service team, with various HR Centers of Excellence. Our vision is to be a best‑in‑class international HR organization.

Kiewit’s South Central District has played a major role in constructing infrastructure projects throughout the United States. We specialize in highway and heavy civil construction including grading, excavating, trenching, bridge construction, concrete, asphalt paving and more. Our depth of experience and unparalleled commitment to safety, quality and the environment make us industry leaders in highway and heavy civil construction.

This project is located on a construction site in Study Butte, TX. Kiewit will provide housing in addition to per diem/travel pay for candidates for this role as per diem housing/hotel options are limited in the area – details will be discussed further in the interview. Upon completion of this project, mobility/ability to relocate is desired for future opportunities with the organization.

• Serve as the main point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR questions, issues, and problems (phone, chat, e‑mail, face‑to‑face interactions).
• Manage various HR functions including employee changes, special pays, leave requests, separations, and miscellaneous reporting requests.
• Plan and conduct new hire and transfer orientation and onboarding.
• Quickly and accurately resolve issues in a professional, sensitive, customer‑focused manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage completion of all new hire and transfer paperwork, I‑9 documentation, and required paperwork for the project. Ensure documentation is submitted and maintained through the appropriate channels.
• Address and resolve employee concerns and conflicts, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.
• Oversee performance management process for employees on the project including evaluations, feedback, and development plans.
• Manage staffing plans throughout project phases to ensure the job is adequately staffed with qualified personnel.
• Work closely with jobsite supervision on processing separations for exiting employees.
• Partner with operations to determine training needs, coordinate training across the project with multiple groups, and maintain a project‑wide training calendar, providing visibility to leadership of status.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with a working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines.
• 8+ years of professional work experience.
• Construction industry experience including large/mega project exposure preferred.
• Previous experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, and/or HR Generalist preferred.
• Experienced HR professional who can strike a balance between systems thinking, HR program execution and process innovation.
• Proven ability to take initiative and build strong and productive personal…