Human Resources Business Partner

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

In this position, you will be responsible for full-cycle human resources support and consultation across the organization, supporting associates, management, and the leadership team on human resource issues. You will be responsible for recruitment direction, college intern strategy, talent management, employee relations, facilitating various trainings and employee engagement throughout the State of Texas and support our various 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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Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of HR initiatives required to support company operations including recruitment efforts, policy and benefits communications, training and onboarding of new employees, cascading of information supporting company communications, initiatives and efforts.
• Lead the implementation and communications of HR Initiatives including benefits enrollment, performance management, employee engagement, leadership development critical recruitment initiatves and other responsiblites as assigned.
• Cultivate strong relationships and influence at all levels throughout the organization
• Responsible to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of data entered into the 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
• Assist in AAP and EEOC reporting
• Function as a 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
• Maintain an open door policy to employees and provide advice and support
• Support and particiapate in the facilitation of employee orientation and other employee programs. Partner with broader HR Team to support and enhance new hire programs, 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.
• Participate in investigations and resolve employee complaints.
• Work with senior management to prepare, issue, and follow through with Performance Improvement Plans.
• Work with the HR Leader and Executive Leadership team to develop company policies and procedures.
• Assist our WGI Ventures groups with HR support as needed.
• Actively participate with the Vice Presidents of the different engineering divisions on staff engagement.

• 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
• Proven track record of developing leaders and managing change during high growth periods
• Proven experience in leading change management intiative in a multi-site enviroment
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience recruting highly technical engineering positions
• Experience supporting and presenting information to senior leadership
• 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 engineering or construction industry is a strong plus
• Must be able to travel within the State of Texas up to 30% of the time visting WGI Locations to support critical people initiatives
• Must be able to work at the Austin, Texas Office or San Antonio Texas Office Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

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.