Senior HR Generalist
Job Description
Senior HR Generalist | San Antonio, TX
THIS ORGANIZATION OFFERS…
• Rare opportunity to build and lead the first dedicated HR function for a growing commercial construction organization
• Direct partnership with executive leadership and significant influence on culture, compliance, and people strategy
• Broad ownership across employee relations, benefits, policy development, onboarding, and HR operations
• Ability to create scalable HR processes and infrastructure that support future growth
• Competitive compensation, bonus opportunity, strong benefits, 401(k) match, and a collaborative leadership team
YOUR TYPICAL DAY…
• Serve as the primary HR partner for employees and managers on employee relations, coaching, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Lead HR compliance efforts, audits, policy development, handbook updates, documentation practices, and personnel records management
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, accommodations, and HRIS data while supporting payroll processes
• Manage onboarding, orientation, performance review programs, and employee engagement initiatives
• Partner with leadership to improve HR processes, strengthen culture, support hiring activities, and drive organizational effectiveness
YOU HAVE / BACKGROUND PROFILE…
• 6+ years of progressive Human Resources Generalist experience, with 10+ years preferred
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, compliance, benefits administration, and HR best practices
• Experience conducting HR audits, maintaining compliant documentation, and developing policies and procedures
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
EXTRA CREDIT / NICE TO HAVES…
• SPHR certification strongly preferred (PHR or SHRM-SCP also considered)
• Construction, skilled trades, or project-based industry experience
• Experience building HR infrastructure or supporting a growing organization through process improvements
For a Personal and Confidential Conversation:
Lauren Costley, CPC | Senior Director | lcostley@deaconrecruiting.com | 210-807-5627