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Human Resources Project Manager

Location:

Kansas City, MO, US, 64106

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

Role Summary

The HR Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing human resource initiatives and projects within an organization. This role requires a combination of HR expertise and project management skills to ensure the successful implementation of HR strategies, policies, and programs that align with business goals. A successful candidate in this role is someone who is not only technically proficient but also a persuasive communicator and strategic thinker capable of driving transformational change and engaging stakeholders at all levels.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

Project Planning & Execution

Develop, manage, and implement HR projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
Define project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and budget.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones while tracking progress.
Identify risks and proactively manage issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.
Create detailed project and implementation plans focused on engagement and buy-in, integrating cross-functional teams and aligning with overall strategic objectives to ensure successful execution across diverse environments.

HR Strategy & Process Improvement

Collaborate with HR leadership to align projects with business and workforce strategies.
Analyze current HR processes and suggest improvements for efficiency, compliance, and effectiveness.
Lead digital transformation initiatives related to HR systems, such as HRIS, payroll, or talent management software.
Lead and drive change management initiatives across the organization, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption during transformations.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Act as a liaison between HR, business leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure project goals align with business needs.
Craft compelling narratives through dynamic visualizations—including charts, graphs, and PowerPoint presentations—that effectively communicate complex data and insights, helping to secure stakeholder buy-in.
Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that articulate project goals, benefits, and progress to all levels of the organization.
Communicate project updates, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and other relevant teams.
Facilitate training, workshops, or change management initiatives to support project implementation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and engagement across large, national, and matrixed footprints.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong project management skills (PMP certification is a plus).
Knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and labor laws.
Proficiency in HR technology, such as HRIS, ATS, payroll systems, and data analytics tools.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and drive process improvements.
Change management expertise and experience in leading transformation initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience

3+ years of experience in HR project management, HR operations, or a related HR role. (Required)
3+ years experience in managing multiple HR projects, at varying levels of complexity, implementing HRIS systems, or leading organizational change is a plus. (Required)
Project Management Tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Jira, Microsoft Project). (Preferred)
HR Systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM). (Preferred)
Data & Reporting (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau). (Preferred)

Working Environment

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

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JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to accommodations@jedunn.com

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Why People Work Here

At JE Dunn we offer our employees an inspired place to enrich their life and the lives of those around them

Building on our rich history, our employee owners are shaping the future of JE Dunn. In our team-focused environment we do life together and are generously rewarded for our efforts