Compensation: $85K-$95K DOE
Location:   Englewood, CO

Our client is a leading provider of traffic control and roadway safety solutions, offering a comprehensive range of services including temporary traffic control, work zone safety management, pavement marking, traffic sign manufacturing, traffic equipment rentals, smart work zone technology, and special event traffic management, among many others. With a broad regional footprint and a workforce that is predominantly hourly and field-based, they are committed to keeping roads and workers safe across diverse operational environments. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

Our client is seeking a hands-on, operationally focused HR Business Partner to support multiple branch locations throughout their Mountain Region. This is a critical role within the organization, serving as the primary HR resource for branch managers and operational leadership across a geographically dispersed workforce. With approximately 85% of employees in hourly positions, this individual will be instrumental in aligning staffing levels with seasonal and project-driven business demands. This opportunity is well suited for an experienced HR Generalist looking to step into a Business Partner role, as well as an established HRBP or HR Manager with a strong operational background.

This position is based onsite at the Mountain Region branch office in Englewood, CO, with regional travel of at least 50% to support branch locations including Denver/Englewood, CO; Bluffdale, UT; Phoenix, AZ; Albuquerque, NM; and smaller locations in Oklahoma and Kansas.

Key Responsibilities

Workforce Planning & Management

• Partner with branch and district leadership to forecast staffing requirements based on seasonal demand, project schedules, and operational needs.
• Analyze workforce trends, headcount, staffing levels, and labor requirements to support effective workforce planning.
• Help managers determine appropriate hiring levels for upcoming projects while balancing operational efficiency.
• Support workforce adjustments as business demands fluctuate throughout the year.
• Develop and maintain workforce reports using Microsoft Excel to support data-driven staffing decisions.

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Collaborate closely with Talent Acquisition to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Provide hands-on recruiting support during periods of increased hiring demand.
• Partner with branch managers to evaluate open positions, anticipated staffing shortages, and future hiring needs.
• Assist leadership in identifying opportunities to improve recruiting efficiency and workforce utilization.

Manager Coaching & HR Partnership

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to branch managers and operational leadership across multiple locations.
• Coach managers on employee performance, workforce management, leadership practices, and effective people management.
• Build strong relationships with leadership teams to understand business challenges and provide practical HR solutions.
• Support consistent HR practices across geographically dispersed branch operations.
• Provide guidance on company policies, HR procedures, and employment-related questions.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Assist with employee relations matters and workplace investigations as needed.
• Provide occasional support on union-related matters.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies across multiple states.
• Partner with HR leadership to address employee concerns and maintain consistent HR practices.

Required Qualifications

• Professional experience as an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, HR Manager, or in a similar operational HR role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple locations, branches, or geographically dispersed employee populations.
• Strong background in workforce planning, staffing management, and supporting large hourly workforces.
• Experience partnering with recruiting or Talent Acquisition teams to meet changing staffing demands.
• Proven ability to coach managers and advise operational leadership on workforce and employee management matters.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, reporting, and workforce data analysis.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage HR priorities across multiple locations.
• Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% throughout the assigned region.
• Ability to work onsite at the Englewood, Colorado branch when not traveling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in construction, transportation, logistics, industrial services, distribution, field services, or other labor-intensive industries.
• Experience supporting seasonal, project-based, or fluctuating workforce demands.
• Background working with large hourly employee populations across multiple locations.
• Experience supporting HR operations across multiple states.
• Familiarity with employee relations, workplace investigations, and union environments.
• Experience transitioning from a hands-on HR Generalist or HR Manager role into broader business partnership responsibilities.

Apply Today

If you are an operationally minded HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, field-driven environment and is passionate about building strong partnerships with leadership to drive workforce success, we encourage you to apply.