HR Generalist

About Us Vaughn is a regional commercial construction company operating throughout Texas. We are focused on building higher education, healthcare, and research buildings for commercial clients. Further, we treat all employees like family in a family-like environment where our people are proud to work. As a sophisticated construction manager, we utilize the latest technology (including drones, laser scanners, 3D modeling, and 3D printing) to plan and build high-quality, enduring facilities. Our family is committed to safety, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and work ethic. Vaughn’s leaders link our strategic priorities and resulting work activities to our core values, and we believe this drives excellence. Vaughn aims to retain and develop individuals aligned with our core values by providing life-changing opportunities. OUR BIG WHY: We WOW our clients and provide life-changing opportunities for our people, while delivering our projects in a family atmosphere, where our people are proud to work. Position Overview The HR Generalist provides comprehensive human resources support across employee relations, performance management, compliance, compensation and total rewards, payroll support, and employee lifecycle processes. This position handles low- to mid-level employee relations matters, maintains compliance training and required postings, supports per diem and uplift administration, assists with payroll-related inquiries and discrepancies, responds to employment-related agency notices, and coordinates employee offboarding activities. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted resource to employees and leaders while ensuring HR processes are administered accurately, consistently, and in alignment with company policies and applicable employment requirements. Duties/Responsibilities Employee Relations & Compliance Manage and document low- to mid-level employee relations matters, including investigations, performance concerns, policy violations, and workplace issues. Support the administration of the performance management process, including performance improvement plans, coaching documentation, and related employee communications. Maintain accurate compliance training records and tracking systems to ensure employees complete required training within established deadlines. Support the maintenance and distribution of required workplace postings, notices, and compliance-related communications. Respond to and coordinate responses for Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) notices and other employment-related agency correspondence. Compensation & Total Rewards Support compensation and total rewards initiatives, including research, analysis, implementation, and ongoing administration as directed. Administer and maintain employee per diem and uplift processes, ensuring accurate documentation, approvals, and communication of changes. Assist with payroll-related activities, including researching discrepancies, supporting payroll audits, and coordinating with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues. Employee Lifecycle Management Coordinate and support the offboarding process, including exit documentation, system updates, final pay coordination, benefits notifications, and other separation-related activities. Ensure employee records and HR systems are accurately updated throughout the employee lifecycle. Performance Management Partner with managers to address employee performance concerns and provide guidance on appropriate coaching, documentation, and corrective action. Support the administration of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), ensuring expectations, goals, timelines, and follow-up are clearly documented. Assist with the performance review process and provide guidance to managers on setting expectations, delivering feedback, and promoting employee development HR Project Support Lead and support HR projects and initiatives related to process improvement, employee engagement, compliance, and organizational effectiveness in partnership with the HR Manager. Partner with HR Manager and cross-functional teams to coordinate project timelines, deliverables, communications, and implementation. Analyze current HR processes and identify opportunities for improvement, helping develop and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and the employee experience. Education and Training Bilingual required* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered. SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent preffered 3–5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization. Elevated level of organization and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently. Experience supporting employee relations and HR operations. Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment regulations. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of an organization. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaughn Construction