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HR Generalist

Overview:

UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.

Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.

As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.

Summary

The HR Generalist is a key role, responsible for addressing employee questions or concerns, executing HR initiatives, and providing HR support to the Director of Human Resources as well as the branch-level teammates. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where both collaboration and autonomy are valued.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Lifting and/or moving up to ten pounds regularly is expected, and up to fifty pounds on occasion.

• Occasionally may be required to shadow on a job site where conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Addresses employee questions or concerns as it relates to benefits, compensation, training, policy and procedure, management, performance, and general human resources inquires
Sends 30-day, 90-day, and Exit Surveys and evaluates potential areas for improvement, concern, or stellar performance, prepares additional surveys for distribution at both Corporate and branch level
Assists management with progressive discipline processes (such as Employee Counseling Reports (ECR) and Performance Improvement Plans (PIP))
Processes unemployment claims
Prepares employment verification for current and inactive team members.
Oversees the internal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Leave of Absence (LOA), and Americans with Disability Act (ADA) process and procedure
Conducts investigations
Stays up to date on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Provides guidance to managers on how to handle various situations as they relate to HR
Prepares weekly, monthly, and as-needed reports for both Corporate, as well as branch-level management
Rectifies errors related to employee pay (incorrect payroll deductions, pay discrepancies, etc.)
Prepares quarterly last raise reports for all Florida branches.
Collaborates with outside vendors, general counsel, and outside counsel as needed
Reviews and gathers data for yearly EEO reports.
Administers HR SharePoint
Stays in regular contact with over 50 hiring managers across the state of Florida
Travels to branch offices regularly and as needed to maintain relationships with all teammates approximately 20% of the time
Ensure employee records are up to date (address, emergency contact, etc.)
Creates and revises SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)
Assists in the creation and implementation of company policies on both branch and Corporate level
Other duties may be assigned

Required Qualifications:

Valid Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)
Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification).
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Psychology, or related field
2+ years of experience in the Human Resources field
Excellent management of changing deadlines and ability to rationalize risk and evaluate priority
Fantastic interpersonal skills, including during periods of intense stress and changing situations
Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as medical documents, federal and state documents, company Handbook, previous documentation (ECRs, PIPs, offer letters), as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and teammates.
Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, strong skills in Adobe Acrobat. Extremely strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Ability to learn various software, including Deltek Vision, SAP Concur, SurveyMonkey, among others.
Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in A/E/C industry
SHRM, aPHR and/or PHR certification
Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, Paycom, Paylocity, etc.)
Ability to execute Pivot Tables and v-lookups in Microsoft Excel

Who We Are:

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

Growing in Excellence

As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

Why Work at UES?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

Check out our website: https://teamues.com/

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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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What You Should Know About HR Generalist, Universal Engineering Sciences

Welcome to UES! We’re on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated HR Generalist to join our incredible team in Orlando, FL. At UES, a leading engineering and consulting firm, your role will play a crucial part in fostering a supportive and thriving workplace culture. As our HR Generalist, you will be at the forefront, addressing employee queries, executing HR initiatives, and working closely with the Director of Human Resources along with our amazing branch-level teammates. You’ll tackle a range of duties, from managing employee benefits and progressive discipline processes to overseeing important compliance matters such as FMLA and ADA. Here, you’ll not only help improve the employee experience but also support our commitment to excellence and teamwork, as represented by our core STRIVE values. We are searching for someone who is reliable and incredibly engaging, someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment while managing both team collaboration and independent tasks. If you’re looking to build your career in HR while positively impacting an established industry leader, then join us at UES, where your contributions will directly influence our success and growth. Let's work together to create a dynamic workplace that values Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful career with us!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for HR Generalist Role at Universal Engineering Sciences

What are the key responsibilities of an HR Generalist at UES?

As an HR Generalist at UES, you will handle various responsibilities including addressing employee inquiries regarding benefits and compensation, assisting in the progressive discipline processes, managing unemployment claims, and overseeing both FMLA and ADA processes. Your role will also involve conducting investigations and preparing essential reports for management.