Job Details

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to join the RRP team. This newly created position will be instrumental in managing personnel matters and ensuring smooth HR operations. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting employees and organizational growth.

About the Company

RRP Consulting Engineers is a mid-sized civil engineering firm with offices in Houston, San Antonio and McAllen. Although the firm will soon celebrate a three-year anniversary, it is made up of seasoned professionals who have collaborated and delivered projects for years. In addition to delivering projects across Texas and in other states, the firm has a specialty in delivering port of entry projects between the United States and Mexico.

Key Responsibilities

• Personnel Management: Handle employee relations, resolve personnel issues, and maintain compliance with company policies.
• Job Descriptions: Develop and update accurate job descriptions for all roles as well as participate in recruiting new employees.
• Benefits Administration: Oversee employee benefits programs, including 401(k) plans, health insurance, and other benefits.
• Onboarding: Develop a modern and welcoming onboarding process for new hires to provide a seamless transition into firm.
• Employee Growth: Support career development initiatives; training programs, including "lunch and learns" and "town halls"; and performance management.
• Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to labor laws and internal HR policies.
• Travel: Meeting employees in the offices other than where this position will be based.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience, preferably in a similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of 401(k) administration, recruitment, benefits management, and Texas employment law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a supportive role with supervisors, including recruitment, performance management, and career development.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or higher designation strongly preferred.
• Human Resource experience with multiple offices or geographical regions preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including SHRM membership.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.