Chief Human Resources Officer - Manufacturing/Construction Business (17-25 yrs)

CHRO

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & HR Planning:

- Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the company's long-term business goals.

- Collaborate with the CEO, executive leadership team, and senior managers to shape organizational structure, workforce planning, and talent acquisition strategies.

- Provide leadership and direction in key areas such as employee engagement, leadership development, succession planning, and performance management.

Culture and Employee Engagement:

- Foster a culture that promotes collaboration, transparency, accountability, and innovation across all levels of the organization.

- Lead initiatives to build a business mindset across the organization, empowering employees to align their individual performance with company goals.

- Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to ensure a respectful, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

Talent Acquisition & Development:

- Oversee recruitment efforts to attract top talent, focusing on building a diverse and capable workforce for the future.

- Develop and implement employee development programs to build leadership capabilities and promote continuous learning.

- Ensure effective onboarding, training, and career progression pathways to retain top performers and enhance employee satisfaction.

Employee Relations & Retention:

- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and workplace dynamics.

- Implement employee retention strategies to minimize turnover, particularly in key talent segments and critical business areas.

- Develop and communicate clear HR policies and ensure consistent application across the organization.

Organizational Effectiveness & Change Management:

- Lead change management efforts across the organization to facilitate smooth transitions during periods of growth, transformation, or restructuring.

- Conduct organizational assessments and provide insights on workforce productivity, team dynamics, and areas for improvement.

- Ensure that HR technology and systems are optimized to support organizational goals and streamline processes.

Compliance, Risk Management & ESG:

- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws and industry regulations.

- Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and practices to mitigate risk, safeguard the company's interests & comply with evolving Framework.

Sustainability & Growth:

- Partner with the executive team to ensure the HR function supports the company's sustainability initiatives, including workforce planning for long-term growth and scalability.

- Identify trends and external factors (economic, regulatory, etc.) that may impact talent acquisition, retention, and organizational health.

- Lead efforts to ensure HR practices support the company's social responsibility initiatives, including sustainability and community engagement.