Human Resources Business Partner

GFT is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Strategic Services Team in North Carolina or Kansas City, MO! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the local office.

GFT’s Strategic Services 

The GFT Strategic Services team, which includes Human Resources, Legal, Accounting & Finance, Office Operations, IT Services and Marketing & Communications, are essential for managing and supporting the company's global operations. Strategic Services is part of a broader strategy to transform the business and improve efficiency. The support of this amazing team of professionals is the backbone of our ability to deliver infrastructure consulting and design services. 

What you’ll be challenged to do:
As an HR Business Partner, you will be responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management within your designated units or regions. The position serves as a strategic consultant for management on human resource-related issues and develops partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Acts as first point of contact for all HR related questions within the Business Group (BG)
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR department to develop solutions, programs and policies that drive positive business outcomes
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions
• Proactively works with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention in a strategic manner
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation
• Advises managers on termination decisions and provides support throughout the termination process to mitigate risks and exposure. 
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, acquisition activity, workforce planning and succession planning
• Identifies training needs, in partnership with leadership, for business units and individuals, participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs, and ensures training objectives are met
• Consults with hiring managers to determine applicable titles, salaries, bonus potential and necessary skill sets within the CBG
• Conduct meetings with appropriate Leaders to partner on key topics such as recruiting, retention, and other business and department items.

• HR Certification preferred
• Experience working within the engineering or professional services industry
• Experience working in Workday HRIS environment

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Raleigh, NC; Asheville, NC; Kansas City, MO
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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