Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - Northeast Region

CORPORATE PRACTICE  

Michael Baker International understands that people require choices in where they want to begin to build a sustainable future. For more than 85 years, Michael Baker International has maintained an entrepreneurial work environment that fosters great careers, which has ultimately brought great success to the organization. Michael Baker offers many opportunities to help you grow professionally to build your career. Whether it is in Finance, IT, Human Resources, Technology, Communications, Proposal Development, Legal or our National Practice and Market segments, take your next step with us and help make a difference in the lives of those you work with and those we serve. 

DESCRIPTION

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) acts as an advisor to the Regional Director and Northeast leadership team, working to align people strategies with business objectives. This position works with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to support talent, learning, and rewards programs, while encouraging employee engagement and development. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with the preferred location being within commuting distance to Newark and/or Hamilton, New Jersey.   

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Partnership 

• Act as a strategic thought partner to the Regional Director, providing insights and guidance on talent strategy, employee relations matters and organizational design.  
• Translate business goals into HR initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience 
• Influence and coach leaders to drive change, improve team dynamics, and build leadership capability 

Talent & Organizational Development 

• Partner with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, and Total Rewards COEs to implement programs that attract, retain, and develop top talent. 
• Support succession planning, leadership development, and performance management processes. 
• Champion initiatives that promote a workplace of culture and belonging 

Employee Engagement & Culture 

• Monitor and enhance employee engagement through targeted interventions and feedback mechanisms. 
• Address employee relations matters with a balanced approach to resolution and risk mitigation. 

Data-Driven Decision Making 

• Leverage HR analytics and business metrics to inform decisions and measure impact. 
• Identify trends and proactively recommend solutions to improve workforce performance and experience. 

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field 
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a strategic HRBP role. 
• Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategy with business goals. 
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization. 
• Experience partnering with COEs to deliver integrated HR solutions. 
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. 

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.  

BENEFITS​

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:   ​

• Medical, dental, vision insurance   ​
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan   ​
• Health Savings Account (HSA)   ​
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)   ​
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability   ​
• Professional and personal development   ​
• Generous paid time off​
• Commuter and wellness benefits 

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