Human Resources Manager

Build and lead the first in-house HR function for a construction products enterprise in Baton Rouge, LA while partnering with executive leadership on day-to-day administrative operations. Responsibilities Establish, standardize, and lead an in-house HR department from the ground up, including HR policies , workflows , and employee handbooks with support from external advisors and institutional capital partners Design and run performance evaluation cycles, feedback channels, and structured Improvement Plans to support accountability and growth across management and operational teams Serve as an approachable HR resource for in-house employees (65+) and third-party site personnel (60–70+) Own benefits administration and open enrollment for Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, and Life Partner with a third-party PEO/payroll provider, leveraging UKG and integrated time-tracking systems Lead full-cycle recruiting and onboarding for skilled trade, yard, batch, maintenance, quality control, and general labor roles Drive staffing for a new operational facility, targeting 15–20+ immediate hires as the site ramps over the next 12 months Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and leadership team, including task hand-offs, operational scheduling, and follow-through Support administrative oversight for vendor relationships, contract execution , and administrative workflows tied to support assets Manage potential subordinate administrative or safety personnel as the company expands and grows its regional footprint Requirements 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in construction, heavy civil, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial field-labor environments Proven ability to build HR programs, recruiting pipelines, or operational frameworks with minimal direct guidance Track record of successfully hiring, onboarding, and retaining industrial and skilled field labor Proactive, hands‑on "doer" mindset, with comfort in both execution and administrative work alongside strategic oversight Strong business acumen, including managing contract administration, partnering with executive leadership, and handling sensitive information professionally Familiarity with integrated payroll/timekeeping platforms; UKG or similar PEO platform experience is a plus Based in Baton Rouge, LA with willingness to travel occasionally as operational needs require Technologies UKG Integrated time-tracking systems Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays Schedule On-site initially; potential hybrid flexibility over time Occasional local travel required Compensation: USD 100,000 - 130,000 per year Experience: 5+ years Location: Baton Rouge, LA (onsite) #J-18808-Ljbffr The Personnel Consulting Group