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Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - Northeast Region

Michael Baker International
Full-time
On-site
Pittsburgh, New Jersey, United States
$150,000 - $200,000 USD yearly
HR Professional
Description

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) acts as an advisor to the Regional Director and Northeast leadership team, working to align people strategies with business objectives. This position works with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to support talent, learning, and rewards programs, while encouraging employee engagement and development. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with the preferred location being within commuting distance to Newark and/or Hamilton, New Jersey.  

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership

  • Act as a strategic thought partner to the Regional Director, providing insights and guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy
  • Translate business goals into HR initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience
  • Influence and coach leaders to drive change, improve team dynamics, and build leadership capability

Talent & Organizational Development

  • Partner with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, and Total Rewards COEs to implement programs that attract, retain, and develop top talent.
  • Support succession planning, leadership development, and performance management processes.
  • Champion initiatives that promote a workplace of culture and belonging

Employee Engagement & Culture

  • Monitor and enhance employee engagement through targeted interventions and feedback mechanisms.
  • Facilitate organizational change and communication strategies that reinforce company values and culture.
  • Address employee relations matters with a balanced approach to resolution and risk mitigation.

Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Leverage HR analytics and business metrics to inform decisions and measure impact.
  • Identify trends and proactively recommend solutions to improve workforce performance and experience.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a strategic HRBP role.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategy with business goals.
  • Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Experience partnering with COEs to deliver integrated HR solutions.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Compensation 

The approximate compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.