HR Specialist

Henkels & McCoy HR SpecialistHenkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is a leading utility construction company delivering critical infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets across North America. Founded in 1923, H&M brings over a century of construction expertise to some of today's most complex and essential infrastructure projects. Our work directly supports the safety, reliability, and growth of the communities we serve.H&M is a purpose-driven organization guided by strong core values that shape our strategy, performance, and culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where employees—both in the field and in the office—can grow, contribute, and thrive. Our construction teams are supported with comprehensive training, modern tools, and clear career paths, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to advance and succeed.Henkels & McCoy is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company and one of the nation's leading construction contractors as ranked by Engineering News-Record. As part of MasTec's Power Delivery segment, H&M is certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). Our diverse workforce and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative construction solutions.ResponsibilitiesThe HR Specialist provides hands-on human resources support to construction operations, with a strong focus on union workforce onboarding. This position offers clear growth potential into broader HR responsibilities, including employee relations, workforce programs, and HR initiatives supporting active construction projects.The ideal candidate is highly organized, approachable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment that supports both office-based employees and field crews. This role requires strong attention to detail, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across changing project demands.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate onboarding for construction field employees and union craft workers, including employment documentation, orientation scheduling, safety training coordination, and equipment accessSupport construction recruitment efforts, including job postings for field, union, and professional rolesMaintain accurate employee records in the HRIS, ensuring confidentiality and compliance for a large, distributed construction workforceAssist with benefits administration, leave tracking, and respond to HR inquiries from field and office employeesSupport employee engagement initiatives, training programs, and company events aligned with construction operationsMonitor and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including those impacting union labor and construction workforcesPrepare and maintain HR reports and workforce metrics related to hiring, onboarding, and retentionCollaborate with operations, safety, payroll, and project teams to support HR process improvements across construction sitesQualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field0–3 years of experience in an HR support, coordinator, or administrative role; experience supporting construction or union environments strongly preferredWorking knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices, particularly as they relate to construction and field operationsProficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing prioritiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort interacting with both field crews and leadershipAbility to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion