Human Resources Business Partner

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At The Will Group, we don’t just meet industry needs, we redefine them. For nearly 40 years, we've grown into a dynamic family of companies providing full-spectrum services in construction, engineering, utilities, and beyond. Fueled by our mission, “Where There’s A Will, There’s A Way,” we combine creativity, reliability, and technical expertise to transform how infrastructure is built and supported.

Are you motivated by being a dynamic HR Professional that makes a significant impact on organizations? If you are a collaborative leader that thrives on building leadership capabilities by driving performance management and supporting career growth, then this might be a perfect role for you. The Will Group, a leader in Infrastructure solutions, is looking for a Human Resources Business Partner ready to take their career to the next level.

• Conduct organizational training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and learning priorities.
• Design, implement, and manage scalable training programs, including onboarding, leadership development, compliance training, and technical skills training.
• Conduct compensation benchmarking and market research to support competitive pay structures.
• Maintain job descriptions, job leveling frameworks, and internal pay equity analysis.
• Utilize the HRIS system to deploy the merit and Performance Management module.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers for employee relations, performance management, coaching, and workforce planning.

• Experience building training programs from the ground up strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present insights.
• Working knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, and FLSA classifications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to perform site visits at various company locations in Illinois, including but not limited to Chicago, Wheaton, Burr Ridge, and Carol Stream.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience in training and development and/or compensation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.

• Competitive Pay – Starting salary between $100,000–$110,000, depending on experience.
• Robust Benefits Package – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with company match
• Time Off That Matters – Generous PTO, 10.5 paid holidays, and volunteer time off
• Career Development – Continuing education reimbursement and growth opportunities
• Team Culture – A supportive environment where innovation, collaboration, and initiative are valued

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Human Resources

Manufacturing and Utilities