Job Description

Human Resources Manager

Location: Rosharon, TX

Salary: $100,000-120,000 annually

Kelly Services is excited to announce a partnership with a growing union construction company seeking a hands-on, forward-thinking Human Resources Manager to lead HR, payroll, compliance, and workforce development efforts. This role is central to ensuring compliance with union agreements, customer-driven ESG expectations, and driving a culture of continuous improvement and performance. The ideal candidate brings experience working with field-based teams, union payroll and benefits administration, and modern HR leadership practices. This role is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional passionate about driving organizational success. Apply today for immediate consideration!

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Compliance

• Lead and manage the HR and Payroll departments in alignment with organizational goals, customer requirements, and union contracts.
• Serve as the company’s primary advisor on HR policy, workforce planning, labor relations, and employee engagement.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and processes that support Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting and compliance to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).

Payroll & Union Administration

• Oversee weekly payroll processing in compliance with prevailing wage, job costing, and union requirements.
• Supervise payroll team and ensure timely, accurate union fringe benefit payments and reporting per CBA requirements.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies, make necessary corrections, and maintain audit-ready records.
• Ensure all required union reports, dues submissions, and benefit contributions are accurate and submitted on time.
• Prepare and review certified payroll reports and support project compliance requirements as needed.

HR Operations & Systems

• Administer all employee lifecycle activities: recruiting, hiring, onboarding, terminations, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel files, HRIS records, and confidential documentation.
• Administer company and union-sponsored benefits programs, including health, retirement, and leave policies.
• Leverage ADP Workforce Now for payroll, onboarding, time tracking, and reporting; drive system improvements and employee adoption.
• Use advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, CONCATENATE, TRIM, etc.) for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation.

Performance, Development & Human Performance

• Implement and manage the performance management process, including goal setting, coaching, reviews, and development planning.
• Develop and deliver training programs to support compliance, leadership development, and field performance improvement.
• Promote and apply Human Performance or Human and Organizational Performance principles to foster a learning culture and reduce operational errors.
• Support field leadership and operations in driving engagement, safety behavior, and performance feedback practices.

Process Improvement & Metrics

• Identify and lead process improvements in HR, payroll, and compliance workflows to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Track and analyze key HR metrics such as turnover, headcount, training hours, and time-to-fill to inform decision-making.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Safety to streamline data sharing and reporting processes.

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of progressive HR and payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven experience managing union payroll, fringe benefits, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, including onboarding, payroll, and reporting tools.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including use of VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data functions.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, per diem, and prevailing wage structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and decision-making confidence.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels and influence change across departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PHR, SPHR, or SHRM certification.
• Experience working in unionized construction, utilities, or industrial services.
• Familiarity with ESG compliance/reporting in a contractor or subcontractor environment.
• Exposure to Human Performance (HP/HOP) systems or behavioral safety models.
• Experience designing and delivering training programs in field-based organizations.

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