Director of Human Resources at M2E LLC

Coral Gables, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Resources, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Development, Compliance, Coaching, Organizational Design, Recruiting, Onboarding, Engagement, Retention, Compensation Management, HRIS, Leadership, Training, Problem Solving

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description Who We Are: m2e Consulting Engineers is a full-service multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy in South and Central Florida that delivers industry-leading creative and technical services to a variety of clients including building owners, architects, developers, property managers, law firms, and general contractors. Our Core Values Integrity First – We always act with honesty and transparency, and we own our mistakes. Excellence in Service – We anticipate client needs, deliver exceptional results, and maintain a client-focused mindset. Take Responsibility – We deliver on our promises, are dependable, and remain results-oriented. United in Success – We collaborate effectively, respect each other, support one another, and leave our egos aside. Committed to Growth – We embrace learning, strive for continuous improvement, and pursue excellence in all we do. Working At M2e Creative, collaborative environment with Friday Happy Hour to relax after a productive week. 100% employer-paid Healthcare Premiums (Medical, Dental, Vision, GAP). 11.5 Paid Holidays, and Unlimited Flexible PTO1. 401K plan with 100% match on the first 5%. m2e ranked as one of Inc. Magazine's 5000 Fastest Growing Companies and has been named one of the Best Places to Work by the South Florida Business Journal. Job Purpose The Director of Human Resources is the top HR leader for the firm and owns all aspects of people operations. This role balances strategic leadership with hands-on execution and is responsible for building scalable HR practices that support growth, engagement, compliance, and performance. The Director of HR serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, a coach to managers, and an advocate for employees while preserving and strengthening m2e’s culture. Why This Role Exists Now As m2e continues to grow in size, geographic footprint, and complexity, the firm requires a dedicated senior HR leader to intentionally manage and scale its people operations. This role exists to ensure that growth does not dilute culture, compliance, or employee experience, and that managers are equipped to lead effectively. By centralizing ownership of HR strategy and execution, the firm can proactively plan for talent needs, strengthen retention, and build a sustainable organization for the future. Main Duties and Responsibilities Partner with leadership to align people strategy with business objectives, growth plans, and organizational design. Develop and maintain a 12-month forward-looking hiring and workforce plan. Advise leadership on people-related risks, organizational health, succession planning, and talent development. Reinforce company values through consistent people practices, communication, and accountability. Own the full employee lifecycle: recruiting, onboarding, performance management, development, engagement, and offboarding. Oversee performance management programs to ensure consistent feedback, goal alignment, and accountability across departments. Support and coach managers on employee relations, performance issues, documentation, and corrective actions. Lead employee engagement, retention, and recognition initiatives. Manage compensation structures, benchmarking, merit cycles, and incentive programs. Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS processes (Paylocity), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Lead annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes. Own HR compliance across all operating states, including employment law, payroll regulations, EEO, and I-9 requirements. Develop, maintain, and enforce HR policies and the employee handbook. Independently enforce policies and standards while recommending and executing higher-risk actions (hiring approvals, terminations, compensation changes) following leadership approval. Identify management and leadership training needs and coordinate development initiatives. Improve manager effectiveness and accountability through coaching, tools, and structured programs. Manage and mentor the HR Coordinator, ensuring efficient execution of HR operations. Partner closely with the Director of Business Operations on process clarity, accountability, and people-related workflows. Travel quarterly to additional m2e offices in West Palm Beach, Orlando, and Tampa to support HR initiatives and engage with local teams. 90-Day Focus Establish trust and strong working relationships with leadership, managers, and employees. Assess current HR processes, compliance posture, and employee experience across the firm. Review turnover data, engagement indicators, and workforce gaps. Stabilize and optimize payroll, benefits, and HRIS workflows. Evaluate manager capability and identify immediate training or support needs. 12-Month Focus Implement a proactive 12-month workforce and hiring strategy aligned to business growth. Reduce voluntary turnover through targeted engagement and retention initiatives. Strengthen performance management and manager effectiveness across departments. Establish clear succession plans and internal talent pipelines for key roles. Advance scalable HR systems and processes that support long-term growth and compliance. Requirements Director of HR Success Profile This role is best suited for an HR leader who thrives in growing, professional-services environments and is motivated by building structure, capability, and consistency as organizations scale. The ideal candidate: Is comfortable operating in an evolving environment where not all processes are fully defined. Enjoys building and improving systems while keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. Demonstrates sound judgment and confidence when advising and challenging leaders on people matters. Has a track record of professionalizing managers through coaching, training, and clear expectations. Balances compliance expertise with strong instincts around engagement, retention, and culture. Is both strategic and hands-on, comfortable owning payroll, benefits, and HR systems while driving longer-term people strategy. Leads with empathy, clarity, and consistency, earning trust across all levels of the organization. Has experience supporting a high-growth professional services firm, preferably within the AEC industry. This role may not be a fit for individuals who: Prefer purely strategic or advisory HR positions without hands-on responsibility. Require highly mature systems and processes already in place. Avoid difficult conversations or accountability with managers and leaders. Prefer narrowly scoped HR functions rather than full employee lifecycle ownership. Shared Leadership Expectations Leaders at m2e are expected to operate with ownership, maturity, and a firm-wide mindset. This role is a member of the leadership team and is accountable not only for their functional responsibilities, but also for the overall health and effectiveness of the organization. Act as enterprise leaders, prioritizing what is best for the firm over individual departments. Demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in sensitive or complex situations. Hold peers and teams accountable respectfully and constructively. Communicate clearly, proactively, and transparently with leadership and stakeholders. Translate strategy into action through clear structure, follow-through, and execution. Model m2e’s core values consistently in decision-making and behavior. Professional Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, or related field required. SHRM-CP or equivalent HR certification required. 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or senior HR role. Experience in high-growth professional services environment; AEC industry experience strongly preferred Demonstrated success managing the full employee lifecycle in a growing organization. Strong working knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and people operations. Advanced proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems; Paylocity experience preferred. Strong executive presence with the ability to challenge leaders constructively. Highly organized, analytical, and execution-focused with strong communication skills. Skills and Abilities: Exceptional leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust. Hands-on, approachable, and collaborative management style. Ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day HR operations. Detail-oriented with a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. Proactive mindset with the ability to drive process improvements and organizational effectiveness. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Physical Demands* Necessary to perform the assigned duties safely and effectively: Ability to sit with back at a 90-degree angle for up to 8 hours per day. Ability to look at a computer for up to 8 hours per day. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds at times. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for aligning people strategy with business objectives and managing the full employee lifecycle. This role also involves advising leadership on organizational health and talent development while reinforcing company values.