Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet. Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through: renewables and energy services engineering and design construction and facility services To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you? The Opportunity with McKinstry We are adding a Senior Employee Relations HRBP to our growing People team in Seattle, Washington. In this role, you will be on the HR Business Partner team and focus on employee relations issues and investigations company-wide for the HR team. You will consult closely with HR Business Partner colleagues, legal counsel and corporate/business leaders on complex employee-related concerns, either conducting investigations themselves, or coaching HR peers/colleagues (other HRBPs and PRPs) through the process of employee coaching, mentoring, and guiding on employee relation topics. Employee Relations & Investigations Strategy Act as a subject matter expert on all things employee relations and investigations. Conduct (or coach others through) prompt, fair, impartial, and thorough investigations into sensitive employee relations issues concerning allegations such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, hostile work environment, and policy violations. Prepare investigation reports with clear findings and recommendations to include evaluation of any process gaps or practices that create legal risk in order to mitigate organizational liability. Ensure objective, fair and impartial conclusions to bring an amiable outcome for all parties involved. Analyze, refine and implement effective employee relations strategies and policies aligned with organizational goals and values. Ensure a documented, consistent approach to investigations and disciplinary action to include clear SOPs, knowledge management and roles & responsibilities. Stay updated on employment laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and proactively addressing potential risks. Partner cross-functionally across People team to identify and elevate people trends and issues. Explore and develop restorative initiatives that help teams and employees move forward following an investigation. Internal Partnership & Coaching Consult closely with HR Business Partner & People Relations teams, Sr. Director of People Experience and HR Operations, SVP of People, legal counsel, and business leaders on complex and sensitive situations. Provide mentoring to members of the People team who participate in conducting investigations and handle employee relations concerns to ensure a consistent approach. Coach on appropriate workplace behavior, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity. Partner on the creation of manager toolkits, training, etc. to reduce the 1-to-1 coaching currently required. Project management of process improvements related to investigations and employee relations best practices. What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry 7+ years' progressive experience in employee relations/complaint investigations or related experience Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address sensitive and complex employee relations issues effectively Demonstrated complex investigation skills including assessing situations, gathering statements, drafting summaries, mitigating risk and overall management of action plans related to employee complaints Must have strong critical thinking