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Human Resources Manager | Confidential | Chicagoland Construction

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Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

A well-established, family-owned infrastructure and site development contractor with nearly 100 years of history serving the greater Chicagoland market is seeking a Human Resources Manager to join their senior leadership team. With multiple office locations across the region and a workforce spanning field operations, project management, and corporate functions, this organization is built on a culture of craftsmanship, reliability, and long-term relationships.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation — Base salary of $120,000–$140,000 commensurate with experience, plus bonus potential tied to company and individual performance
Comprehensive Benefits — Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
401(k) with Company Match — Build long-term financial security with a company that invests in your future
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays — A package that respects your time outside of work
A Seat at the Table — Direct access to ownership and senior leadership, with your voice genuinely heard in shaping company direction
Room to Grow — As the organization continues to expand, so does the opportunity for the right person to grow alongside it — both in scope and responsibility
Stability & Legacy — Join a nearly 90-year-old organization with deep community roots, loyal clients, and a workforce that takes pride in what they build
People-First Culture — A family-oriented environment where employees are known by name, not just a number

Job Details

This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role for an experienced HR professional who is ready to own the full human resources function. You will serve as a true business partner to ownership and senior stakeholders — developing policy, driving workforce strategy, and building the infrastructure to support a growing, multi-site operation.

What You'll Do

Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide HR policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local employment law
Partner directly with ownership, leadership, and key stakeholders on workforce planning, organizational development, and employee relations
Oversee full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives across field and office populations
Manage benefits administration, compensation benchmarking, and performance management programs
Serve as the primary HR point of contact for multi-site field operations and office staff
Lead compliance efforts including OSHA, EEOC, FMLA, and DOL regulations relevant to the construction industry
Support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

7+ years of HR experience, with at least 3 in a management or leadership capacity
Background in construction, infrastructure, trades, or heavy civil strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience developing HR policy and working directly with senior leadership or ownership
Strong knowledge of employment law and multi-state compliance
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR/SPHR certification preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — this role requires credibility at all levels of the organization

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