HR Manager - Generalist Focus

Thieneman Construction is seeking a passionate, people-focused Human Resources Manager to help shape the future of our growing organization. In this pivotal role, the HR Manager will lead key HR functions while building processes that support a thriving, high-performance culture rooted in teamwork, innovation, and integrity. As we continue to grow and expand, we offer tremendous opportunities for personal and professional development. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team, empowered to bring fresh ideas to the table, take initiative, and grow with us. We want our HR Manager to be energized by the idea of being a builder—of people, culture, and best-in-class HR practices.

The HR Manager will play a central role in supporting and strengthening the company’s day-to-day HR functions while contributing to strategic initiatives that support our employees and leaders. This role will focus across multiple domains, including compliance, benefits administration, policy development and administration, talent acquisition, compensation research, performance processes, and HR systems management. Working directly with the Director of HR, this individual will be responsible for ensuring HR operations align with organizational goals, maintain legal compliance, and support a strong employee experience. The HR Manager will also serve as a trusted partner to employees and supervisors, helping to ensure clarity, consistency, and care in every aspect of the employee’s experience. This role requires both a strategic mindset and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to HR administration.
The HR Manager will help implement HR best practices, improve processes and build scalable systems as we grow. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative—someone who can roll up their sleeves to get things done while contributing to the bigger picture. They will be instrumental in advancing our HR infrastructure, improving systems and policies, and delivering an exceptional employee experience across all levels of the organization. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves building from the ground up, and is excited to be part of a company where HR is valued as a strategic partner.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, update, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook in alignment with legal requirements and company values.
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including annual open enrollment, employee education, and vendor coordination.
• Conduct compensation and benefits research and make recommendations to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment efforts using platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and industry-specific boards to source and screen candidates.
• Maintain and optimize HR management systems (HRIS, ATS), ensuring accuracy, functionality, and user adoption.
• Conduct internal audits and oversee documentation for regulatory or internal compliance purposes (I-9s, EEO, FMLA, etc.).
• Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes to ensure a seamless and professional experience.
• Collaborate with the HR Director on employee relations, investigations, and coaching initiatives.
• Create and maintain HR dashboards, reports, and data tracking systems for decision-making and metrics.
• Identify areas to streamline, standardize, or improve HR processes
Goals and Deliverables:
• Conduct a full audit of existing HR policies, practices, and systems for compliance and efficiency.
• Revise and roll out an updated Employee Handbook with input from legal counsel and leadership.
• Streamline benefits administration processes and improve employee understanding and utilization.
• Launch and manage a modernized job posting and recruitment workflow, decreasing time-to-hire.
• Research and benchmark compensation and benefits against industry standards, and present at least two recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in implementing a new performance review process or support updates to existing systems.
• Create templated HR reports and KPIs to support strategic HR planning.
• Serve as a go-to subject matter expert for HR systems, compliance questions, and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with focus in compliance, benefits, and recruitment.
• Working knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, etc.) and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in using HR software systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP, BambooHR, etc.) and recruitment platforms.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

Essential Skills and Competencies:
• Solid understanding of federal and state employment law and compliance processes.
• Experience in managing or supporting employee benefits programs and vendor relationships.
• Ability to conduct market-based compensation research using tools like Salary.com, Payfactors, or benchmarking surveys.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, talent sites, and data reporting tools.
• Ability to draft, update, and interpret HR policies and procedures.
• Skilled in creating organized documentation and maintaining accurate employee records.
Responsibilities and performance expectations: The HR Generalist & Compliance Specialist is expected to perform the following duties with a high level of integrity, accuracy, and professionalism. Success in this role will be defined by consistent execution of core HR functions, proactive identification of issues, and collaborative problem-solving.

HR Compliance and Policy Management
• Monitor changes in employment laws and ensure company policies reflect current legal requirements.
• Maintain and regularly update the employee handbook, issue policy change communications clearly and in a timely manner.
• Prepare compliance documentation and participate in audits (internal, legal, insurance, etc.).
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices across all departments and locations.
• Maintain I-9s, FMLA tracking, and other regulatory records with 100% accuracy and timeliness.
• Works with Safety Director to ensure compliance w safety requirements and programs
• Leads company compliance with all existing employment-related legal requirements and governmental reporting requirements including but not limited to those related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Department of Labor, worker compensation, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
• Works with management to minimize the company's legal exposure.
Compensation Research and Recommendations
• Conduct compensation benchmarking using tools such as Salary.com, Payscale, and industry surveys.
• Collaborate with the HR Director to evaluate internal pay equity and propose compensation adjustments.
• Prepare and maintain job descriptions to support classification and compensation decisions.
• Support the development and refinement of salary structures and merit increase guidelines.
• Present compensation and benefits analysis in clear, data-supported formats for leadership review.

Talent Acquisition and Onboarding
• Post jobs on various platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.) and actively source passive candidates as needed.
• Coordinate with the marketing director to ensure social media presence as well as other recruitment strategies
• Screen resumes and conducts initial phone interviews, ensuring a professional candidate experience.
• Schedule interviews with hiring managers and coordinate candidate communications.
• Participate in employee interviews with hiring managers
• Prepare and send offer letters, conduct pre-employment background and reference checks.
• Facilitate onboarding sessions, coordinate Day One logistics, and maintain new hire documentation.
• Work with hiring managers to ensure 30-, 60- and 90-day onboarding plans are prepared and implemented for new employees
• Facilitate off boarding process

HRIS and Data Management
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS, including job titles, pay changes, demographics, and status updates.
• Run and distribute regular and ad hoc reports to support business decisions (headcount, turnover, time-to-fill, etc.).
• Assist with system updates, testing, and documentation as HRIS features are improved or expanded.
• Support the rollout of new modules or technologies related to performance management, training, or payroll integration.

Employee Relations and Support
• Serve as a confidential and resourceful point of contact for employee questions or concerns.
• Participate in investigations as needed and help document incidents and resolutions appropriately.
• Assist in delivering corrective action and performance improvement plans in partnership with the HR Director.
• Monitors the implementation of training plans and performance improvement plans
• Maintain knowledge of the workforce culture and provide insight on engagement trends and risks.
• Support training efforts on topics such as harassment prevention, policies, and onboarding.

Communication, Projects and Culture Support
• Draft HR-related communication for announcements, policy updates, and engagement campaigns.
• Assist in coordinating employee events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives.
• Collaborate on special projects such as employee surveys, handbook rollouts, and employee engagement experiences.
• Maintain an open-door policy and strong working relationships across all departments.
• Represent HR in meetings or cross-functional groups as needed with professionalism and confidentiality.

General Expectations
• Demonstrate accountability, attention to detail, and follow-through on all assigned tasks.
• Display a high level of discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and respectfully in all formats (written, verbal, and digital).
• Manage multiple priorities effectively and meet established deadlines consistently.
• Bring forward ideas for process improvement and efficiencies within the HR function.
• Remain flexible and collaborative in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Support a culture that values respect, inclusion, and high performance.
Work Environment:
• Full-time position (40 hours per week), with occasional overtime depending on project deadlines.
• Willingness to receive text and calls after established business hours
• Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to construction sites or events.


Salary: 76K -84K

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• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with focus in compliance, benefits, and recruitment.
• Working knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, etc.) and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in using HR software systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP, BambooHR, etc.) and recruitment platforms.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

Construction Experience
Experience in Manufacturing
Experience working with key stakeholders

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.