PPM Director of Human Resources 1.1

We are a leading industrial mechanical, electrical, and civil construction services provider for the fossil and nuclear power, pulp and paper, chemical, mining, and general manufacturing industries. We provide a full range of industrial facilities maintenance and process maintenance services.

PPM is seeking an HR Director to work out of our Society Hill, SC office.  The HR Director guides and manages the overall operations of the PPM Human Resources function to include recruiting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining staff; resolving problems; implementing change. The HR Director provides leadership to the HR team across a broad range of HR disciplines, playing the primary role in crafting HR strategy and driving its execution. As a member of the senior management team, the HR Director reports directly to the President/CEO.

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• Recommends and drives execution of programs and policies that create or reinforce a positive employee relations atmosphere.
• Prepares internal employee communications regarding company policies.
• Counsel employees in the interpretation and application of human resources programs.
• Provides practical, consistent, and proactive support, direction and advice to Managers & employees on HR procedures, policy, best practice, employment rewards, benefits, and legislation.
• Responds to employee relations issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights complaints.
• Implements and executes effective communications to support company strategic plan/objectives, company values, etc. 
• Acts as the HR lead on the transition team for mergers and acquisitions.
• Leads and manages the performance management process for all business units with input from senior management.
• Assists with defining PPM learning/development strategies.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and support in developing a team of credible HR professionals to provide exemplary service to the organization.
• Conducts/oversees all annual required training.
• Engages Sr. Management and other organizational functions as necessary to provide comprehensive, targeted training programs for employee and Management advancement.
• Monitors evolving government influences on policies, processes and practices, and ensures the company complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensures the completion of all required annual reports, including EEO-1, VETS-100, OES and AAPs for all business units.
• Analyzes and mitigates risk to the organization as it relates to Human Resources (i.e. compliance, regulatory changes and requirements, best practice) by proactively monitoring internal and external risks to the company.
• Oversees the implementation of all Company benefits programs.
• Oversee the submittal of monthly reporting for 401K/HSA/FSA & ESPP plans to EMCOR, then audits information submitted for accuracy and consistency with PPM systems.
• Leads and organizes annual Open Enrollment.
• Manages FMLA/Military leave processes.
• Conducts all investigations for all business units with guidance and/or assistance from EMCOR HR & Legal Departments as needed.
• Represents the company in all hearings and mediation.
• Develops, updates, and maintains all personnel policies, personnel records, policy manuals and handbooks not under EMCOR’s governance as required to assure compliance with human resources procedures and policies and federal/state guidelines.
• Coordinates implementation of all HR services, policies, and programs through the Human Resources staff.
• Participate in annual meetings to communicate new policies and procedures to management and to review existing ones.
• Manages the Company Substance Abuse Program, including policy creation and modification and the Mandatory Referral Program for drug screen failures.
• Identifies trends that could impact organizational objectives and/or operational resources.
• Maintains and expands knowledge and understanding of existing and proposed federal and state laws/regulations affecting human resources management.
• Travels to jobsites/business unit offices as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

 The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results.
• Must be a hands-on manager and leader.
• Must exhibit confidence in self and others, inspire and motivate a team to perform well and effectively influence the actions of others.
• Must monitor and analyze information and solve problems on a strategic and tactical level.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees and management.
• Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• Must demonstrate commitment to company values.

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human Resources Management or Business, eight to ten years recent related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and construction experience.
• Working knowledge of industrial construction and maintenance language and terms.
• Working knowledge of health and welfare benefits administration.
• Experience overseeing and leading human resource teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated proficiency building and maintaining positive professional relationships.
• Significant experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel) applications.
• Working knowledge of HRIS is desirable. 
• Previous experience with ORACLE JDE a plus but not required.
• PHR/SPHR desirable.

• Must be able to complete hiring paperwork electronically through DocuSign
• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must posses enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above
• Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas
• Must have full range of motion consistent with age
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance ladders
• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms and other job-related noises
• Visual acuity, depth perception and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces
• Safety/Steel toe shoes are required.

Conditions include working in office, with occasional entry into shops, plants and factories, busy traffic areas, and warehouses.   Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, grease, oil, vibrations, and adverse weather conditions. Must be able to safely access all areas of property.  Must be able to effectively use any required PPE equipment.

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