HR Generalist

About us:

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist will work with the HR Business Partners to support day-to-day HR functions as well as key initiatives and projects. This will include, but not be limited to onboarding, recruitment, performance management, compliance, conflict resolution, labor relations, and learning and development.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Works directly with and reports to the Human Resource Business Partner.
• Create and implement strategies for performance management, recruitment, onboarding, and labor relations.
• Assess and implement strategies to improve workplace efficiency and productivity.
• Handles employee concerns in a professional and confidential manner.
• Assists supervisors and managers with disciplinary procedures.
• Improve, implement and administer HR policies and procedures.
• Work in conjunction with Safety Representatives to manage WSIB claims.
• Support in assisting employees with benefit-related questions including both short- and long-term leaves of absence.
• Administrative support and/or direct management of HR documents, templates, policies & procedures.
• Support with onboarding, job postings, setting up interviews, etc.
• Coordinate HR-related meetings & events.
• Run ad hoc reports as requested.
• Update employee records.
• Remain up to date on relevant regulations to ensure the company complies with federal and provincial laws.
• Must be willing and able to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Highly proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and still time manage to success delivery.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated follow-up and follow-through skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize important projects.
• Must be a critical thinker, including the ability to be proactive with work and decisions.
• Must be a quick learner and one who can retain information learned.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

Education and Experience

• College Diploma in Human Resources highly preferred / will consider several years of relevant experience in lieu of diploma.
• 3+ years HR experience.
• CHRP or SHRM-CP (highly preferred) or willing to work towards professional designation.
• Demonstrated experience in handling WSIB cases is required.
• Driver's license (preferred).

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

• Must be able to work in an open office environment where noise level is low to moderate.
• Must be able to work basic office equipment, such as laptops, keyboards, scanners/copiers, including packing, lifting, and moving HR files when and if needed.
• The employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time and occasionally stand.
• Use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities include close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Must practice safe work methods to remain accident and injury-free.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as calculator, copy machine, and printer.
• Required to travel locally, overnight, or internationally.

Equal Opportunity Employer Webber and its companies (e.g., Webber, LLC, Webber Waterworks, LLC, Webber Infrastructure Management, Canada Limited, Ferrovial Webber Energy, LLC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.