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Human Resources Director

Job Details

Job Location

Boswell Engineering NJ - South Hackensack, NJ

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Job Category

Human Resources

Job Posting Date(s)

Start Date

04/30/2025

Description

Director of Human Resources (HR)

At Boswell, we understand the significance of our work and its impact on society. Therefore, we deliver on-demand, sound, and state-of-the-art integrated engineering solutions to satisfy the complex needs of the sectors we serve.

Due to continued growth in 2025, we are eager to add a Human Resources Director to our in-house HR Team at our headquarters located in South Hackensack, NJ. This Director, reporting directly to General Counsel, will collaborate with our Management Team, Department Heads and technical staff and support our growing 300+ Employees. They will be responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies, ensuring legal compliance, managing Employee Relations and Benefits Administration (including enhancements) as well as fostering a positive and productive work environment within our firm.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Strategic HR Leadership

Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the company's overall business goals, focusing on attracting, retaining, and developing talent within the specific context of engineering and construction

+ Employee Relations

Address employee concerns, grievances, and conflicts, maintaining a positive and inclusive work environment

+ Legal Compliance

Ensure the company adheres to all relevant employment laws (both HR and TA), regulations, and industry standards, including OFCCP, VEVRRA, EEOC, DOL and States

+ Compensation and Benefits

Manage compensation and benefits programs, including salary structures, performance-based bonuses, and benefits design that are attractive to Licensed Engineers, Construction workers and Project Managers at all levels

+ Performance Management

Implement and oversee performance management systems, providing feedback and coaching to employees, and ensuring alignment with company goals

+ Talent Acquisition

Oversee and collaborate with our Talent Acquisition Team

+ HRIS Systems – Reports, Data and Analytics

Utilize HRIS and other tools to track HR metrics, analyze trends, and provide data-driven insights to support HR decision-making and may support selection and implementation of new ATS and other systems

+ Training and Development

Actively support Boswell Academy and identifying, developing and tracking company training & EE development

+ Partnerships

Collaborate with senior leadership, other departments, and external stakeholders to achieve HR objectives

Required Skills and Experience:

+ Extensive HR Experience

A proven track record of at least 10+ years in HR, with a minimum of 4+ years in a directLeadership, Senior Manager or Director role including HRIS systems implementation and maintenance

+ Industry Knowledge

Experience in the construction, engineering and electric utilities industries is highly desirable.

+ Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources is required while Master’s Degree is highly preferred.

PHR and/ or SPHR Certification is required.

+ Strategic Thinking

Proven ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company objectives

+ Leadership and Communication

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization

+ Legal Compliance Knowledge with Internal Audit experience

A thorough & ongoing understanding of employment laws, regulations, and industry standards

+ Analytical Skills

The ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions

+ Problem-Solving Skills

Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to address employee issues and ensure a positive work environment

We recognize that the best way to provide services of the highest quality is by investing in our employees. Our competitive compensation and benefits include:

+ Expert training & mentoring by Senior licensed PEs and our all new Boswell Academy

+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance

+ Company-paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance

+ Short-term and long-term disability (LTD and STD)

+ Flexible spending account (FSA)

+ Health savings account (HSA)

+ 401K with a company match

+ Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays

+ Tuition assistance

+ Employee referral bonuses

AAP/ EEO/ M/ F/ D/ V Statement

Boswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that BOSWELL Inc. is hiring directly and does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a current, signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, BOSWELL ENGINEERING will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, BOSWELL Inc. explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of BOSWELL Inc. .