Vice President of Human Resources (VP of HR)

Vice President of Human Resources (VP of HR)

Department: Corporate/Administrative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: East Brunswick, NJ

Compensation: $180,000 - $215,000 / year

Description

Artheon is seeking a Vice Presiden of Human Resources.

The Human Resources Leader is a dynamic, forward-thinking leader who is responsible for all areas of the talent life cycle. This role will be deeply involved with new company integrations, the planning and execution of talent strategies and retention programs, workforce planning, and will be a key business partner on the leadership team. This role will work closely with the Regional Chief People Officer.

About Artheon

Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Talent Management:

• Develop and implement talent acquisition and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent.
• Lead the design and execution of performance management, career development, and succession planning programs.
• Identify and address skills gaps and provide learning and development opportunities for employees.

2. M&A Integration:

• Partner closely with the Trilon HR Leadership team in preparation for a potential acquisition.
• Lead the HR integration efforts for acquisitions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition.
• Manage change management processes during integration to minimize disruption and maintain employee morale.

3. Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor the HR team, providing guidance, feedback, and support to enhance their capabilities.
• Assess current HR processes and develop a plan to enhance processes and delivery.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment within the HR department.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to maximize team productivity and deliver results.
• Enhance HR communication within the team, with key stakeholders, and throughout the organization.

4. Culture Stewardship:

• Champion and shape our organizational culture, drive behavior that results in a healthy and thriving culture.
• Implement culture-enhancing initiatives, such as employee engagement programs, recognition systems, and employee feedback mechanisms.
• Drive employee well-being and work-life balance initiatives to enhance the overall employee experience.

5. Strategic Partner:

• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to align HR strategies with the overall business objectives.
• Provide HR expertise and insights to support decision-making, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Develop and maintain HR metrics and reporting to assess the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• Partner with CFO to create and maintain an HR budget.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR leadership roles, with a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in talent management, engagement and retention, and M&A integration.
• Connecting with others and building relationships comes easily.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with executive leadership.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to think strategically and implement innovative HR solutions.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and motivate HR professionals.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Willing and able to periodically travel to different office locations.

Benefits

Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.