HR Specialist

About the Role

This HR Specialist will serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers of the Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering team. This role independently handles routine employee and manager requests, helps employees navigate HR resources, connects individuals to the appropriate support teams, coordinates HR programs and follow-up activities, and escalates more complex or sensitive matters to the Human Resources…

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers, responding to routine questions and providing guidance on HR programs, including the Professional Engineer (PE/PEng) incentive program.
• Assess HR requests and connect employees and managers with appropriate resources, including Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, and internal engineering groups.
• Provide administrative and operational HR support while independently managing assigned workstreams and follow-up activities.
• Support stay, focus, and exit interviews by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, identifying themes, and summarizing feedback.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and rotation initiatives.
• Gather information and prepare clear summaries or recommendations for HR Business Partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Communications, Organizational Leadership, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, administration, customer service, operations, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, confidentiality, and customer service skills.Strong follow-up skills, sound judgment, and clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and build productive relationships with employees and leaders.
• Ability to manage confidential information, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to clearly explain HR policies, practices, and information to employees and leaders.