HR Generalist

Description

Founded in the early 2000s, Palacios Marine & Industrial (PMI) has established a strong reputation as a trusted provider of industrial and construction services across multiple markets in the U.S. We deliver turnkey solutions that include scaffolding, insulation, coatings, and related services, with a commitment to safety, respect, and integrity at every level. With a workforce of more than 2,000 employees nationwide, we are a financially strong, growing company that values long-term relationships with both our team members and our clients.

As our HR Generalist, you will serve as a trusted advisor and operational partner between HR and business leadership. You’ll support managers, handle investigations and employee relations, optimize our HR systems, and partner with the Director of HR on some projects. This role bridges strategy and execution, providing both consultative and hands‑on HR support across our organization.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Partner with managers and leadership to consult on HR issues, employee relations investigations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Lead and conduct investigations into employee relations matters; ensure documentation, recommendations, and follow‑through.
• Review, recommend and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs that align with business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Drive and support HR system optimization, including data integrity, process improvement, and leveraging HR technology.
• Provide day‑to‑day HR consultation to managers and employees on issues such as performance, coaching, discipline, policy interpretation, and compliance.
• Collaborate with payroll, benefits, recruitment and HR admin teams to ensure smooth HR operations and a seamless employee experience.

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1+ years of HR Generalist experience, including strong employee relations/investigations.
• Solid understanding of employment laws, HR metrics, HRIS/HRMS systems, benefits and compensation fundamentals.
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.
• Excellent analytical skills, strong problem‑solving orientation, and ability to translate data into meaningful recommendations.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to lead HR‑related initiatives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide coaching and guidance to managers and employees.
• Able to travel along the Gulf Coast up to 25%.
• Must be within reasonable commuting distance of a PMI Office

• Bilingual (English & Spanish) highly preferred
• HR Certification (SHRM, HRCI, etc.)
• Experience working in a multi‑site or multi‑state HR environment.
• Prior experience optimizing HRIS or benefits platforms, or leading HR process improvement efforts.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters or agencies in connection with this posting. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of the company and no fees will be paid.