HR Business Partner

Join a Team that Builds to Last – Conco Construction! Conco Construction, established in 1975, is a self-performing construction company - one of the top 10 general contractors in Central Kansas. We are expanding nationally and growing rapidly with the deepest backlog in the history of the company! If you are driven, resilient, accountable, loyal, relational/value people, authentic, and reliable – come join our team as our Human Resources Business Partner.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position will be the HR hub for Conco’s Field Operations department. The HRBP is responsible for aligning business needs and strategic priorities to ensure excellent execution of talent management, i.e., employee relations, employee development, retention efforts, and engaging Field Operations’ management and employees. The HRBP will partner with the Talent Acquisition Specialist to ensure the staffing needs of the department are being met in a timely manner. The HRBP delivers value-added HR services to management and employees that reflects Conco’s Culture and Values. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about Conco’s Field Operations department and the current and future departmental talent management needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a regular and positive presence at our various job sites to promote the Conco Culture and Values, building relationships with field management and employees, and addressing concerns
• Support, monitor, and enhance the Conco Culture and Values to ensure a positive employee experience for the Field Operations’ employees
• Provide day-to-day talent management guidance (coaching, counseling, career development, corrective action) for management and employees of the Field Operations Department
• Manages special events for the Field Operations employees
• Coach and counsel employees and management in the interpretation and application of HR and organizational policies and procedures, assuring fairness and consistency
• Partner with Field Operations Leaders and Talent Acquisition Specialist to determine current and future staffing needs
• Participate in new employee orientation, employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a consistent and positive experience
• Schedule and conduct regular employee satisfaction surveys, including new hire 90-day surveys
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations of employee relations concerns
• Serve as lead in coordinating Field Operations’ employee training and development programs
• Enters labor employees time off requests in Workmax
• Perform HR reporting, data analysis, preparation for leadership meetings, support of employee relations activities, special projects, and other developmental activities.
• Partner with HR team and Safety Manager to manage workers’ comp incidents and case management, as needed
• Manages unemployment claims and appeals
• Leverage reporting tools to keep key leaders informed of various talent management efforts in conjunction with strategic business priorities and Conco’s Culture and Values
• Provide clear, honest, and open communication with Field Operations management and employees
• Maintain accurate and well-organized documentation on all talent management matters
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong critical thinking, customer service, and time management skills
• Excellent working knowledge of federal and state labor laws
• Exceptional listening & problem-solving skills
• Ability to confidently handle employee relations matters while remaining compliant within legal boundaries
• Demonstrated high level of professionalism, relationship building, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Collaborative attitude and ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to work hours outside of regular business hours as necessary to complete workload and accommodate assisting with company events

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years in a strong HR generalist position or similar role
• Experience in the construction industry preferred
• Bilingual a plus

Working Conditions

• Office environment job site visits
• Work is primarily performed Monday through Friday with a consistent schedule; but may work some unusual hours as needed for travel and to assist with events

Physical Requirements

• Mostly sedentary, sitting at a desk within an office environment or driving a vehicle. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, view a PC monitor, talk, and hear. Required to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel.
• May at times lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Conco Construction is invested in the success of our team. We are an 100% employee-owned company with a total rewards philosophy of market-competitive wages, commensurate with experience and an industry-leading benefits package:

• Health and dental insurance
• Flexible medical reimbursement plan
• 401(k) retirement plan (industry leading)
• Vacation/holidays
• Life insurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Semi-annual performance reviews
• Wellness program (FREE health screenings/flu shots)

We are intentional about employee development and growth and invest in it as part of our overall people strategy. This is what you’ve been looking for! Apply now!

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.