HR Generalist at McShane Construction Company

Rosemont, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compensation Administration, Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Compliance, Onboarding, Exit Interviews, Severance Agreements, HRIS, Paylocity, eVerify, I-9 Verification, Form 5500s, EEO-1, Time Management, Confidentiality

Industry

Construction

Description

Description As HR Generalist for The McShane Companies, you will flex your HR expertise and organizational skills to deliver HR services as part of a collaborative, high-performing team. Reporting to the Director of Compensation and Benefits, you will be responsible for compensation and benefits administration, compliance, employee relations, management support, and employee engagement. The McShane Companies, recognized in numerous Best Places to Work rankings, is a leading name in national real estate and construction, specializing in the multi-family, industrial, commercial, and education markets. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Alabama, Arizona, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin, our impact spans nationwide. Responsibilities: Compensation & Benefits: Handle benefit enrollments, questions and communications; approve and process insurance invoices; and support Open Enrollment process with communications, collateral, and presentations. Process and track disability claims and leaves of absence, ensuring payroll is updated; notify employees about eligibility and relevant leave policies to support their needs. Prepare compensation change letters and update pay rates and other earnings in Paylocity HRIS. Employee Relations: Ensure smooth onboarding processes including eVerify and I-9 verifications and communication to internal stakeholders for preparation of equipment, logins, workspace, and first payroll. Conduct exit interviews, prepare severance agreements, and direct Payroll for accurate processing of final wages in compliance with federal, state, and local wage requirements. Employee Engagement: Administer and support the semi-annual Gallup employee engagement survey, prepare management reports, and oversee participation in external Best Places to Work surveys to help measure and improve workplace satisfaction. Champion and promote company culture by coordinating team-building activities, organizing philanthropic events, and supporting ongoing professional development workshops. Compliance: Support compliance initiatives by preparing and submitting Form 5500s, EEO-1, and other government surveys. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 5 years’ HR experience including benefits administration experience. SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification required within one year of employment Strong knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple deadlines, priorities, and constituencies. Strong adherence to maintaining confidentiality and securing access to sensitive employee and company data. Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn and use company HR and vendor software (Paylocity, Unum, etc.). Key Information: Full-time, in-office position. Must live within one hour of Rosemont, IL. Authorization to work in the U.S. required. Salary Description: $70,000 - $90,000 per year. This is a good faith estimate based on available market data. Final offers depend on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, cell phone allowance, and all company-sponsored employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match and profit sharing, student loan assistance, and PTO. The McShane Companies cultivate a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.

Responsibilities

The HR Generalist will administer compensation and benefits, manage compliance tasks like Form 5500s, handle employee relations including onboarding and exit interviews, and support employee engagement initiatives like surveys and culture events. This role involves processing benefit enrollments, tracking leaves of absence, updating pay rates in Paylocity, and ensuring accurate final wage processing.