Location
Montgomery AL

Regional H. R. Director

REGIONAL H.R. DIRECTOR
MONTGOMERY, AL

The Regional Human Resources (HR) Director is responsible for leading and managing HR functions across multiple offices within a defined geographic region. This role ensures alignment of HR strategies with business objectives, while maintaining compliance with employment laws, union/non-union workforce management, and fostering a safety-oriented, high-performance culture.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred).
  • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a regional leadership capacity.
  • Prior experience in the construction, engineering, or heavy industrial sectors strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of labor laws, union environments, and job site operations.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Willingness to travel frequently to project sites within the region.

Competencies:

  • Leadership and Influence
  • Industry-Specific Knowledge
  • Employee Engagement
  • Decision-Making and Judgment
  • Crisis Management
  • Cultural Awareness

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership
  • Partner with regional leadership to align HR strategy with operational goals.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to senior managers regarding organizational structure, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
  • Oversee recruiting strategies to meet the labor demands of multiple job sites.
  • Work with project managers and site supervisors to forecast workforce needs and mobilize resources accordingly.
  • Support union hiring halls and maintain non-union recruitment pipelines as needed.

Labor & Employee Relations

  • Lead labor relations efforts, including union negotiations, grievance handling, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements (if applicable).
  • Mediate disputes and ensure a fair and consistent application of policies.

Compliance & Legal

  • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and construction-specific regulations (e.g., OSHA, EEO, Davis-Bacon Act, etc.).
  • Support audits and maintain accurate records of compliance and certifications.

Training & Development

  • Implement and oversee regional training programs in areas such as safety, leadership, and compliance.
  • Promote career development and succession planning in field and office roles.

Performance Management

  • Guide managers through performance evaluation processes, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
  • Drive continuous feedback culture and support professional growth.

HR Operations

  • Standardize HR policies, procedures, and systems across regional offices and job sites.
  • Collaborate with corporate HR teams on benefits administration, payroll coordination, and HRIS updates.