Human Resources Business Partner

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our growing team! In this high-impact Human Resources role, you'll deliver core HR functions that align seamlessly with business objectives within a dedicated business unit. Acting as a strategic partner, you'll advise managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters-building trust, solving challenges, and creating pathways for employee growth and retention.

You'll play a key role in shaping a positive workplace culture by implementing programs that support the company's strategic goals. To succeed, you'll bring a deep understanding of business operations, strong team collaboration, and the emotional intelligence to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion. This is your chance to influence, innovate, and lead with purpose in a fast-paced, people-centered environment. Please note that this role requires on-site presence at one of our U.S. based offices, operating within a flexible hybrid work mode.

• Consult with managers and employees on various HR related inquiries, leave of absence requests, policy interpretation and employee relations issues.
• Manage and resolve employee relations and disciplinary issues, conducting thorough, effective, and objective investigations. Ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Perform terminations of employment with managers adhering to Company procedures.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback as applicable.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of all federal, state and local labor laws, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provide consultation to the hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team throughout the selection process, including interviewing candidates.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of the Company compensation structure, evaluating and monitoring for fair and competitive pay practices.
• Manage the onboarding process for employees to maximize the employee experience.
• Provide day to day performance management guidance and support to managers as well as support during annual and semi-annual performance evaluations.
• Work closely with the Compensation Team to develop and utilize job descriptions.
• Develop and maintain career paths and related materials, communication and training employees and managers on the effective implementation of such materials.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
• Participate in employee activities.
• Identify training needs and collaborate with the Knowledge and Learning Team to deliver the training.
• Work closely with the HR Operations Team to communicate all employment status changes, leaves of absence, promotions, etc. ensuring accuracy of data in HRIS and payroll.
• Participate in regular meetings.
• Special projects and other related tasks as needed.
• Collaborate closely with Talent Acquisition (TA) representatives to review and approve job postings and ensure alignment with compensation guidelines.
• Support the interview and selection process and finalize offer letters to ensure consistency, compliance, and a positive candidate experience.

* Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management or related field.

* 5-8 years of related experience.

* SHRM-CP preferred.

* Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!