Talent Business Partner

ColonialWebb is seeking an experienced Human Resources professional for the position of HR Business Partner. The HRBP serves as a consultant to operations leaders, frontline supervisors, and teammates providing HR advice, strategic and operational support, and delivering HR solutions to advance the talent development needs and the employee experience of our people. We are experiencing tremendous growth. Join us!

Who we are:

At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

Perks of joining ColonialWebb:

• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

A day in the life:

• Be a leadership partner: Understand and collaborate with operational leaders to support the strategic direction and talent goals of the business. Coach, counsel and maintain strong working relationships with managers and frontline supervisors. Prioritize the talent needs of our people and develop retention strategies, such as career development opportunities, succession planning, competitive compensation and benefits, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support and drive a “people first” employee experience: Understand the employee perspective through regular conversations, presence on sites, exit interviews, and other touchpoints and feedback. Be a voice for all and communicate concerns and trends to leadership. Support engagement survey initiatives and collaborate with leaders to increase participation, understand, and share results, and act on feedback.
• Analyze and use data and key talent metrics to identify talent risk and to improve the employee experience, bringing attention to areas of concern and providing practical solutions.
• Collaborate with leaders to enhance our brand in the local market, attract workers, and learn from best practices.
• Collaborate with managers and employees to resolve and prevent conflict, promote positive employee relationships, maintain a positive work environment, boost morale, reduce turnover, and support inclusive and diverse teams.
• Serve as primary HR liaison and consultant to specific business lines, maintaining visible presence in the business by joining team meetings, visiting jobsites, and regular one-on-one meetings with department managers.
• Support onboarding and coaching of new employees and supervisors (hires, promotions, and internal transfers).
• Audit and analyze internal compensation and benefits to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Engage in the interactive dialogue process for accommodations, provide policy guidance and much more.

What we are looking for:

• Strong HR work experience commensurate to perform the essential functions independently (this is not an entry level position).
• Strong understanding of applicable HR-related federal, state, local regulations, and HR functions (i.e., talent management, development, engagement, employee relations, compliance, etc.).
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of study (preferred, but not required)
• Industry experience for a contractor (building service, manufacturing, construction) is preferred, but not required.
• Trust builder: Possesses HR knowledge and expertise, understands the business, keeps things simple, applies good judgment and decision-making, relationship builder.
• High emotional intelligence: Self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
• Takes ownership, is resourceful, “figure-it-out” mindset.
• Teaching and coaching skills.
• Project management skills (including organization and attention to detail)

EOE M/W/Disability/Vets

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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