HR Specialist

Are you experienced with people‑first HR operations in a hands‑on construction environment? Do you bring real‑world experience in payroll, recruiting, and compliance, especially in fast‑moving, seasonal workforces? Have you been looking for a role where you can own the function, build trust with crews, and work closely with leadership? You’re in the right place. Summit Reconstruction is hiring an HR & Payroll Specialist with a Recruiting Focus to join our tight‑knit, in‑office team in Tigard, Oregon. Key Details Pay: Starting at $80,000/yr, depending on experience (final compensation based on overall fit and construction HR expertise) Benefits: Medical & Dental (company pays ~50% of employee premiums) 401(k) with company match (eligible after ~90 days) 5 paid holidays PTO: 40 hours vacation (Year 1, increases with tenure) + Sick Leave Location: In‑office, 7215 SW Bonita Rd., Tigard, OR 97224 Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 7‑4 p full‑time (40 hours/week) Who We Are Summit Reconstruction & Restoration is a locally operated construction and restoration company that has served the community for over a decade. Our work happens in the field, and our office exists to support the crews who make the work possible. We’re a small, quiet, no‑drama office where people are trusted to manage their work like adults. There’s little micromanagement here; success comes from being adaptable, approachable, and willing to pitch in. Our leadership team values personality fit just as much as technical skill, and we take pride in creating a workplace where employees feel heard, respected, and supported. To learn more, check out our website: Who You Are You’re comfortable being the go‑to HR, payroll and recruiting resource in a small construction business. You enjoy interacting with employees at all levels, from field crews to executives, and you understand the realities and constraints of a growing, seasonal workforce. Other Qualifications Include Experience: 4+ years in payroll processing and/or construction people operations Hands‑on experience with weekly payroll and multi‑system reconciliation Google Workspace proficiency Technical Skills: Payroll systems (construction‑specific a plus) Sage 100 Contractor, HH2, or similar ERP/payroll tools Compliance Knowledge: Oregon & federal labor laws Prevailing wage, OSHA, and workers’ compensation (SAIF experience strongly preferred) Soft Skills: Organized, detail‑oriented, and calm under pressure Approachable and trusted by crews Comfortable stepping outside a traditional “HR bubble” Additional: Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus Ability to pass background and reference checks What You’ll Do This role owns the HR, recruiting, and payroll lifecycle functions for a busy, construction workforce. You’ll balance hands‑on recruiting with weekly payroll execution and day‑to‑day employee support. A Typical Week Includes Posting and managing job ads; screening candidates and coordinating interviews Leading new hire onboarding, orientations, and paperwork (I‑9s, background checks, system setup) Acting as the primary HR contact for employees, especially during busy early mornings Managing benefits enrollment and vendor coordination Owning OSHA, workers’ comp, and safety compliance; supporting monthly and weekly safety processes Maintaining accurate employee records and reporting (PTO, PFL, 401k, safety) Own full‑cycle recruiting for field, skilled trade, and administrative roles, managing frequent ramp‑ups tied to project timelines and seasonality Post and manage job ads, monitor applicant flow, conduct initial candidate screens, and coordinate in‑person interviews with leadership and project managers Lead onboarding from offer acceptance through first day, including paperwork, background checks, system setup, orientations, and safety/benefits overviews Partnering closely with the CFO, Project Managers, and President to support a people‑first workplace Other duties as assigned; this is a true “many hats” role in a small business #J-18808-Ljbffr