Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Job Description

PCG is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist for its operations based in Lakeland, FL . This individual will be responsible for servicing multiple locations across the eastern atlantic region by consulting, advising, coaching and partnering with business operations on people and organizational needs while ensuring alignment with group, functional and regional/site initiatives as well as the overall business strategy.

Please note: this position is not a remote position , it is required to report in-office.

Roles and responsibilites include (but are not limited to):

General Duties:

• Act as key HR point of contact for branch operations and be the liaison between corporate departments and operations as it relates to employee focused communication, training and process workflows

• Collaborate with HR partners to ensure standardization of HR practices across the organization

Employee Relations:

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations

• Act as a conduit for all job protected leave and reasonable accommodation requests for region and communicate requests to corporate human resourcesConducts initial interviews and gathers information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns; informs appropriate HR staff when additional investigation is required

• Conducts exit interviews, summarizes findings, and discusses trends and concerns with senior managementFacilitate the interactive accommodation process under the ADA, advising management on reasonable accommodations

• Collaborate with safety and branch leaders to effectively manage personal illness and injury cases

Performance Management:

• Advise senior leadership in performance management techniques to include motivational coaching, performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions

• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention

• Identify talent issues before they affect the business. Act as a talent scout for internal promotions and partner with Strategic Development to foster talent management and career development

Compliance:

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance

• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies through quarterly audit

• Train branch operations with recruiting compliance, EEO principles, and anti-discrimination practices

• Conduct anti-harassment training across region per federal and state requirements

• Undertake Affirmative Action Compliance as it relates to the following;

• Executive Order 11246

• Section 503

• VEVRAA (4212)

• In conjunction with Compliance Manager, annually review AAP goal attainment with branch management (Section 503 and VEVRAA AAPs require analysis of the applicable goals and benchmarks for individuals with a disability and protected veterans)

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

• Employee Relations: 1-2 years’ experience in conducting investigations regarding employee complaints, conflicts or disciplinary matters

• At least 3 years’ experience working in human resources in a business partner, generalist, or compliance capacity, supporting one or more functional and/or geographical locations

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline, or comparable work experience

• Ability to travel at least 25% on an as needed basis

• Performance Management: 1-2 years’ experience advising senior leadership in performance management techniques to include motivational coaching, performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions

• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws. Broad knowledge of, and the ability to interpret and apply human resources concepts and best practices to, employment law areas such as Title VII, FLSA, EEOC, ERISA, COBRA, ADA, FMLA

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate, influence, negotiate, resolve conflicts and effectively mentor and coach both managers and employees

• Proven track record of championing Human Resources initiatives with creativity, innovation and the ability to problem-solve, assessing organizational challenges and generating viable solutions

• Effective project/program management skills, with the ability to obtain buy-in and drive execution

• Ability to apply discretion and sound judgment in managing processes, making decisions and handling sensitive information

• High professional ethics and integrity

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point, with the ability to quickly learn other programs and software used by the Company

Preferred Requirements:

• 4+ years’ experience with recruiting and sourcing for multiple branches and/or hiring managers across different departments desired

• Experience working in the construction industry preferred

• Located around the Lakeland, FL area is preferred

Benefits

At Performance Contracting our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay

• Incentive bonus plan

• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match

• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option

• Life insurance, accidental death and disability benefits

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NOTICE TO STAFFING FIRMS, AGENCIES AND EMPLOYMENT VENDORS:

Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters without a signed Fee Agreement in place. Vendor solicitation should be directed to the Corporate Recruitment Department directly; as such, firms that circumvent the required compliant process will be barred from submitting candidates. In the absence of a signed fee agreement, PCG does not recognize any claim on a candidate by a third party, will consider unsolicited resumes the property of the company and reserves the right to engage and hire those candidates without any financial responsibility to the third party vendor.

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Job Locations US-FL-Lakeland

Posted Date 6 days ago (9/10/2024 5:50 PM)

Job ID 2024-6050

Category Human Resources

Type Full-Time