Gray AES is seeking to add a Sr. Human Resources Business Partner to its team, with the position based in one of our offices located in Atlanta, GA, or Lexington, KY.

Why Gray AES?

Gray is a family-owned, fully integrated global service provider specializing in engineering, design, construction, digital, equipment manufacturing, and real estate services. Deeply rooted in EAC services, Gray serves both domestic and international customers across our core markets: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Automotive, Distribution, Mission Critical, and Commercial. At Gray, our purpose is to make a positive difference in people's lives and build a better future. 

Gray AES, the professional services arm of Gray, is a top-ranked firm offering architecture, engineering, and automation services across the globe. Made up of multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and project managers, these collaborative teams work every day to provide unique, customized solutions for our customers. It’s the spirit of our people – the passion, commitment, and a great team environment – that makes our company a great place to work. 

Who we want… (Requirements)

• The new team member is required to have a bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of experience in human resources; or the equivalent combination of both.
• Experience in a broad range of human resources topics is required; employee relations, organizational planning, succession planning, team member development, onboarding
• Experience in compensation planning and international human resources are preferred
• Professional certification in HR is preferred (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP).
• Must possess basic computer skills including the ability to utilize word processing, spreadsheets, software, and e-mail.
• The selected candidate will have excellent communication skills. 

The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced, innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What we expect… (Essential Functions)

• Ensures all HR and related programs incorporate Gray’s Core Values.
• Be a valued and collaborative member of the shared services human resources team, contributing ideas, feedback, and improvements.
• Serves as the dedicated HR partner for Gray AES.
• Partners with the executive leadership team and people managers understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to current and future needs including recruiting, retention, performance management, and succession planning.
• Maintain compensation and bonus programs.
• Provides support, guidance, and coaching to people managers and staff when complex and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances.
• Responsible for employee relations issues and must be able to conduct investigations when necessary.
• Partners with the HR Compliance Manager to stay up to date on best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources
• Supports career pathing, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives.
• Supports the implementation of learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for team members.
• Annually evaluates company job descriptions and updates as necessary.
• Responsible for orientation of new members in conjunction with Gray Inc.’s program. Manages onboarding and offboarding processes, including exit interviews.
• Collaborates with the recruiting team to ensure the company is hiring the best and brightest. Ensures affirmative action plan is executed and applicant tracking and flow logs are maintained.
• Develops, recommends, and implements human resources policies and procedures and maintains the team member handbook.
• Manages and monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary to meet company needs.
• Assists team members with wellness and/or benefit questions.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of team members’ personal information.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear.  They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.

Generally, normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Overtime may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EEO Disclaimer

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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