Head of Recruiting & HR

A well-established, commercial specialty contractor in the Mid-Atlantic region, operating multiple sites with 200–300 employees. The organization is scaling toward $100M+ in revenue and values integrity, hard work, and a culture that supports both field and office employees.

Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on Director of Human Resources to build, lead, and scale the HR function. This is a strategic and operational role responsible for the full HR spectrum: recruiting, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, payroll, benefits, performance management, and people strategy.

The ideal candidate is trusted by leadership and field teams, comfortable working on-site, and fluent in English and Spanish. This role is about building scalable systems, not just maintaining existing processes.

Key Responsibilities Talent & Development: Lead recruiting, onboarding, and training programs for office and field employees.

Performance & Compensation: Manage performance reviews, KPIs, and compensation processes.

Employee Relations & Compliance: Handle employee relations, investigations, and ensure legal and industry compliance.

Payroll & Benefits: Oversee payroll accuracy, benefits administration, and related risk management.

HR Systems & Infrastructure: Improve HR processes, systems, and reporting to support growth.

Qualifications 7–12 years progressive HR experience, including senior leadership

Construction or specialty contracting experience in a field-based environment

Deep knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and industry regulations

Proven ability to build scalable HR processes and systems

Trusted by both leadership and field staff

Why Join Opportunity to build the HR function from the ground up

Direct partnership with executive leadership