Human Resources (HR) Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

HR Specialist

Confidential Search  —  Posted by ALANHOW  —  Columbia, SC area (On-site)

Full-Time | Exempt | Pay: $70,000–$90,000/yr, based on experience

About the Role

ALANHOW is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a well-established residential homebuilding and land development company in the Columbia, SC area. Our client is looking for a seasoned HR Specialist for a hands-on, HR-centric role covering the full employee lifecycle — compliance, employee relations, policy administration, and benefits support — with meaningful ownership of new hire onboarding, from offer acceptance through the first 90 days. Experience in construction, homebuilding, or a related trade industry is strongly preferred. Client identity will be shared with qualified candidates as the process moves forward.

What You'll Do — Core HR

·       Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, coaching managers and resolving concerns fairly and consistently.

·       Administer and interpret HR policies, ensuring consistent application across departments.

·       Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment law (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and OSHA requirements relevant to construction sites).

·       Support benefits administration — enrollment, changes, vendor coordination, and employee questions.

·       Own HRIS data integrity: employee records, status changes, org charts, and reporting.

·       Partner with leadership on performance management processes, disciplinary actions, and documentation.

·       Assist with compensation administration, job classifications, and pay equity reviews.

·       Help prepare for and support audits (workers' comp, EEO-1, unemployment claims, etc.).

·       Contribute to employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and culture-building efforts.

What You'll Do — New Hire & Onboarding

·       Coordinate the full new hire cycle: offer letters, background checks, I-9/E-Verify, and pre-employment paperwork.

·       Own new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring every new employee has a smooth, well-organized first day and first 90 days.

·       Partner with hiring managers on job postings, screening coordination, and interview scheduling as needed.

·       Maintain onboarding checklists, training assignments, and new hire documentation in the HRIS.

·       Serve as a resource for new employees navigating benefits, payroll setup, and company policy during their first weeks.

What We're Looking For

·       7+ years of progressive HR generalist/specialist experience.

·       Experience in construction, homebuilding, land development, or a related field strongly preferred.

·       PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

·       Solid working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance requirements.

·       Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP, or similar) and Microsoft Office.

·       Excellent judgment and discretion handling confidential employee information.

·       Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

·       Clear, professional communication style — comfortable working directly with leadership and field teams.

Why Join Us

Our client is a growing homebuilding and land development company with deep roots in the Columbia, SC market. This is a lean, collaborative HR function where your work has direct, visible impact — not just policy on paper, but a real hand in how the company treats its people.

To Apply

Submit your resume through ZipRecruiter. This search is being handled confidentially by Concept 9; all applications and inquiries will be reviewed directly by Concept 9 on behalf of our client, and your current employer will not be contacted or notified.

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