HR & Payroll Manager

HR & Payroll Manager

S.B. Cox Ready Mix is locally owned ready-mix company with 9 plants and 4 stone yards across Virginia. We are seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Manager to lead our human resource's function and manage full-cycle payroll for our team of approximately 150 employees.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership

• Oversee and maintain HR policies and procedures to ensure relevance, compliance, and clarity.
• Lead and coordinate recruitment efforts in partnership with department managers, who actively participate in interview processes and hiring decisions.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, performance management, employee relations, disciplinary actions, and offboarding.
• Lead and coordinate employee training and development initiatives, including new-hire orientation, compliance training, and ongoing development programs.
• Manage performance review processes, including development, manager training, and completion tracking.
• Oversee workers' compensation claims, safety compliance, and return-to-work programs in coordination with operations.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including those specific to the construction industry (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, workers' compensation, DOT, prevailing wage, etc.).
• Administer benefits programs and open enrollment.
• Handle employee relations and sensitive HR matters with professionalism and discretion.

Payroll & Timekeeping

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for ~150 employees (Dominion Payroll experience preferred).
• Oversee timekeeping, timecard approvals, overtime, prevailing wage compliance, and job costing.
• Process payroll accurately and on time, including wages, bonuses, vacation, and other compensation.
• Works closely with Controller on payroll reconciliations, tax filings, deductions, and year-end reporting.
• Improve payroll and timekeeping processes as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HRIS and payroll records.
• Provide regular HR and payroll reports and metrics to leadership.
• Partner with operations and finance on workforce planning and labor costs.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all HR and payroll questions.
• Assist with special projects such as HR system implementation, policy rollouts, or acquisition/integration support.
• Stay current on relevant laws and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years of full-cycle payroll.
• Construction or ready-mix industry experience is highly preferred.
• Dominion Payroll experience is a strong plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical proficiency and comfort with HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and advanced Microsoft functions.
• Solid knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and payroll practices.
• Progressive and innovative mindset with the ability to introduce new ideas and continuous improvements to HR and payroll processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both field employees and management.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment