HR Business Partner II

Company: Gilbane Building Company
Location: New York
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewAre you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth? Gilbane is seeking an HR Business Partner II to perform HR-related duties at a professional level, working closely with local business partners and senior HR management to support designated regions. Responsibilities include recruiting/employment, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, and employment law compliance. The role is primarily based in our New York, NY office.Who are we?As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices, shaping communities since 1870. Recognized as a reputable construction management firm, we are committed to safety and timeliness. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, offices, sports arenas, and more!We are dedicated to a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply; you might be the right candidate for this or other roles.Who are you?You act inclusively, showing empathy and respect, upholding Gilbane's core value of Caring and a "People First" culture. You listen to understand, communicate clearly, solve problems, and adapt by collaborating and supporting team members. You are a self-starter with passion, commitment, and ownership, focused on delivering results and identifying opportunities for improvement.Your core values align with Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.What's in it for you?Gilbane offers extensive training through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. You will work with an experienced team, learn new industry skills daily, and develop as a leader while supporting projects and clients.Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, directly or via management advice.
• Manage College Hiring and Intern Programs, including career fairs, interviews, and hiring to meet goals.
• Participate in recruitment by discussing staffing needs, interviewing candidates, and advising management.
• Attend staffing meetings to ensure workforce planning data is current.
• Advise managers on wages and salaries for the Salary Planning Process.
• Champion the annual performance appraisal process for completion.
• Organize and conduct new hire orientations.
• Conduct exit interviews to gather lessons learned.
• Coordinate and participate in the annual Succession Planning process.
• Contribute to HR strategic initiatives at business unit and corporate levels.
• Stay informed about current employment laws.QualificationsExperience/Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree.
• 5-8 years HR experience, or a Master's in HR with 2 years' experience.
• Or 7+ years HR experience, or a similar combination of education and experience.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is preferred but not required.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • HR capacity, problem solving, project management, communication, ethics, time management.
  • Effective communication and rapport-building skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS software.Salary depends on education, experience, skills, and market data. For New York, NY, the range is $130,000 - $180,000 plus benefits and retirement. Gilbane offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, welfare, profit-sharing, and 401(k). We invest in employee education through Gilbane University. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test.Gilbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.Note to Recruiters and Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for such submissions. Resumes received unsolicited will become Gilbane's property and be processed accordingly.
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