Director of Human Resources

Job Description

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! 

We are seeking a Director of Human Resources, to work out of our Lexington, KY office.

About Us  

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.                                                                  

How will you contribute to the team?  

• Provides guidance and leadership to the project in the implementation of all human resources (HR) policies and processes that support company and project objectives.

• Serves as a resource to support and advise business leaders regarding decisions affecting the employee population. Is accessible to employees in order to support their needs and to create a positive and safe working environment.

• As the most senior HR representative, provides leadership to all managers acting with the upmost integrity to execute HR strategies to support employee experience, project success, ED&I, and other cultural and strategic objectives.

• Manages a team of HR professionals supporting labor relations, compensation and benefits, recruitment, workforce planning, and employee relations.

• Establishes HR practices and recommends necessary changes to project management to enhance HR function capabilities and effectiveness.

• Monitors and provides guidance to management and employees regarding compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies and procedures.

• Addresses and/or assists management in resolving performance and employee relations issues, charges, or complaints in a timely manner.

• Functions as an effective change agent and advocates for continuous improvement that supports both business and employees.

• Manages employee onboarding and employee termination processes.

• Uses analysis and creative problem-solving skills to research and analyze HR issues and problems, make recommendations to management and lead the implementation of resolutions.

• Maintains expertise through continued learning in the areas of HR, labor relations, policies, laws and regulations.

• Acts as a liaison between the company and employees by communicating corporate policies and initiatives to employees.

• Understands, complies with and assists management in holding all employees accountable to all policies and procedures.

• Manages project Employee Concerns Program in accordance with customer requirements.

• Communicates directly with management and employees to ensure accurate levels of support are provided.

• Collaborates with recruiters and hiring managers to ensure project staffing needs are achieved.

• Facilitates companywide HR training as needed.

• Manages, and reports on, HR related special projects.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What will you contribute?  

• Bachelor's degree required in HR or a related business field.

• A minimum of 15 years of HR experience.

• A minimum of 10 years of management experience.

• Experience in the following functional areas: recruitment, employment law, labor relations, employee and leadership development, training, and benefits and compensation.

• Ability to effectively communicate policies, procedures and other information to both employees and management.

• Successful work experience and knowledge