Senior Director, HR Operations

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Herndon, VA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Consulting • Design
The Role
Lead HR operations and Total Rewards, oversee Workday administration, build people analytics, evaluate HR technologies, drive process improvements, ensure compliance and safety, and coach a high-performing HR Operations team.
Summary Generated by Built In
Help Lead a High-Performing HR Organization

We're looking for an experienced HR leader to oversee our HR operations and Total Rewards functions while helping advance the way we support our employees and the business. This role is responsible for leading HR operations, compensation, benefits, HR technology, compliance, people analytics, and safety, ensuring our programs and systems are effective, efficient, and aligned with our business goals.

As a member of the HR Leadership Team, you'll partner closely with the Chief People Officer and leaders across the organization to improve processes, strengthen our HR technology, provide data-driven insights, and deliver an exceptional employee experience.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:
  • Lead HR operations, including HR systems, compensation, benefits, compliance, safety, and HR service delivery.
  • Oversee and continuously improve our Workday environment, ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, system effectiveness, and an excellent employee experience.
  • Develop and administer competitive compensation and Total Rewards programs that support talent attraction and retention.
  • Partner with senior leaders across HR, Finance, IT, Operations, and other business functions to align HR initiatives with organizational priorities.
  • Build and expand our people analytics capabilities, providing leaders with actionable insights related to workforce planning, retention, compensation, and organizational trends.
  • Evaluate emerging HR technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, and determine where they can improve efficiency while preserving thoughtful human decision-making.
  • Lead operational improvement initiatives, manage organizational change, and help simplify and standardize HR processes.
  • Coach and develop a high-performing HR Operations team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of strategic leadership and operational expertise, along with a passion for building efficient, employee-focused HR programs.
Qualifications include:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive senior-level experience leading HR operations, including compensation, benefits, and HR service delivery. Experience in a professional services environment, with a multi-locational organizational structure, is strongly preferred.
  • Deep knowledge of Workday HRMS, including system administration, reporting, integrations, data governance, and process improvement.
  • Experience partnering with executive leadership and leading cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, payroll and tax compliance, HR policies, workplace safety, and HR best practices.
  • Experience using workforce data and analytics to support business decisions and organizational planning.
  • Practical experience evaluating AI-enabled HR technologies and applying them where they add value.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills.
  • SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or a comparable senior HR certification is preferred.

Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead an important function during a period of continued growth and evolution. You'll have the ability to influence HR strategy, modernize systems and processes, strengthen our Total Rewards programs, and help create an outstanding experience for employees across the organization.

If you're an experienced HR operations leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong teams, and partnering with business leaders to drive results, we'd like to hear from you.

Who You Are
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Tell us your story; your unique perspective matters here.

Why Bohler
At Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. Our purpose-driven culture connects driven professionals across disciplines and fosters collaboration, growth, and achievement. We provide land development consulting and site design services for commercial, institutional, and residential markets, helping to transform communities for the better.
 
Compensation and Benefits
In addition to base pay, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments
  • Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere
  • Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more
Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on employment status (full-time or part-time).
 
Work Authorization
Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Bohler does not sponsor petition-based employment visas that require formal USCIS filings, such as H-1B or PERM-based green cards. Bohler may provide employer support letters for TN (Canadian or Mexican citizens) or E-3 (Australian citizens) when business needs permit. Please get in touch with our recruiting team if you have questions about your eligibility for visa status.
 
Equal Opportunity Statement
Bohler is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please get in touch with us at [email protected].  

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Extensive senior-level experience leading HR operations including compensation, benefits, and HR service delivery
  • Experience in a professional services environment with a multi-locational organizational structure
  • Deep knowledge of Workday HRMS (system administration, reporting, integrations, data governance, process improvement)
  • Experience partnering with executive leadership and leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, payroll and tax compliance, HR policies, and workplace safety
  • Experience using workforce data and analytics to support business decisions and workforce planning
  • Practical experience evaluating and applying AI-enabled HR technologies
  • Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills
  • SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable senior HR certification
  • Current authorization to work in the United States (Bohler does not sponsor H-1B or PERM; limited support letters for TN/E-3 may be provided)
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The Company
HQ: Warren, NJ
1,009 Employees
Year Founded: 1981

What We Do

Bohler is a land development consulting and technical design firm that helps developers, owners and other real estate professionals identify and act on opportunities and, ultimately, move their projects forward faster. Driven by our deep commitment to empower the ambitious to become the accomplished, our teams and operations are aligned in providing our clients and employees with the resources, knowledge, and support they need to achieve their loftiest goals. Simply put, we are passionate about helping others succeed – and we have a proven track record of accelerating their growth. Working across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential markets, we are especially adept at leveraging industry change and tackling site challenges in service of achieving successful land development projects that grow our clients’ businesses, transform communities and propel our employees’ careers. For more information about our services and approach, and to view our project portfolio, visit our website. www.BohlerEngineering.com

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