Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

WGI is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our growing and dynamic team that can provide impeccable customer service and is committed to providing our staff with excellent HR support in Austin, Texas office.

 

In this position, you will provide human resources support and consultation across the organization, supporting associates, management, and the leadership team on human resource issues.  You will be responsible for HR operations, employee relations, and employee engagement throughout the organization with offices in multiple states.

 

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

 

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

 

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

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Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong relationships and influence at all levels throughout the organization
• Oversee HRIS systems, including employee information data, performance management, rewards, and recognition
• Work with managers on coaching and counseling associates
• Partner with associates and management to communicate various Human Resource policies, procedures, standards, and overall HR compliance
• Conduct exit interviews and gather data to successfully implement change, increasing retention
• May provide supervision/manage Human Resource specialist, generalist(s), and coordinator
• Coordinate with Payroll as a check/balance
• AAP and EEOC reporting
• Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the company’s mission and strategic vision.
• Function as a strategic business advisor to the senior management of the division regarding key organizational and management issues.
• Provide the HR technical expertise required to successfully assess and integrate acquisitions
• Provides advice and support for the development, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of HR information systems
• Monitor and oversee employee orientation. Maintain expert knowledge of all employee programs. Conduct orientation as necessary.
• Ensure employee documentation is accurate and up to date on employee changes, terminations, and other employee file information.
• Assist associates with any ADA accommodations that may be needed.
• Provide guidance and coaching to the executive leadership team on employee problem-solving, conflict resolution, counseling, and disciplinary action procedures. 
• Ensure company guidelines are followed consistently on disciplinary procedures, dependability guidelines, and terminations.
• Investigate and resolve employee complaints.
• Work with senior management to prepare, issue, and follow through with Performance Improvement Plans.
• Work with the executive leadership team to develop company policies and procedures.
• Assist the SR HR Manager in developing annual compensation and goal modules.
• Assist our WGI Ventures groups with HR support as needed.
• Actively participate with the Vice Presidents of the different engineering divisions on staff engagement.
• Provides guidance to the talent acquisition team, career development, retention, training, leadership development, and compensation.

   

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7+ years of prior Human Resource Generalist experience and 3 years of management experience
• Current knowledge of employment regulations/laws and HR related trends and processes
• Prior experience reporting from an HRIS system, experience with Ceridian Dayforce, and iCIMS is a strong plus
• Payroll experience helpful
• Microsoft Office to include Excel
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality with strong ethics
• High energy with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-growth organization.
• Goal-oriented, proactive, accountable, and passion for helping others and driving results
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Prior experience working in the A/E/C industry is a strong plus

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas

 

Physical Demands:

 

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of    this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work is performed in an office setting.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse.  Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

 

WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.

 

All agencies and vendors are required to have a signed WGI vendor agreement from the WGI Chief HR Officer permitting them to work directly through our Talent Acquisition team. Obtaining this signed vendor agreement is the only way you will receive payment. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of our staff will not be binding.

 

All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.