Human Resources Manager with Recruiting Experience

Location: Thousand Oaks, California

Industry: Construction (Luxury Retail, Hospitality, Residential)

About Us

We are a growing construction firm specializing in high-end built environments, including luxury retail boutiques, upscale restaurants, flagship showrooms, premium hospitality spaces and single family residential

Our work demands precision, speed, and exceptional quality. As we continue to scale, we are building a best-in-class team of Project Managers and Superintendents to support our growth.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a HR, Talent & Performance Manager to take ownership of how we recruit, hire, develop, and support our team.

This is not a traditional HR role.

You will be responsible for building a high-performance organization by:

• Recruiting top-tier talent
• Implementing structured hiring systems
• Developing training programs
• Managing HR processes and employee lifecycle
• Tracking and improving employee performance through KPIs

You will work directly with leadership and play a key role in scaling the company.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Pipeline Development

• Build and maintain a continuous pipeline of:
• Project Managers
• Superintendents
• Assistant Project Managers
• Proactively recruit from competitors and industry networks
• Screen and present top candidates to leadership

Hiring Process & Systems

• Develop structured hiring processes and role scorecards
• Coordinate interviews and candidate evaluations
• Conduct meaningful reference checks focused on performance

Onboarding & Training

• Create and manage 30-60-90 day onboarding programs
• Develop training systems for:
• Project management processes
• Field execution standards
• High-end quality expectations
• Support mentorship and internal development

Performance Management & KPI Tracking

• Define and track KPIs for all employees and new hires:
• Project Managers (budget, schedule, client satisfaction, margins)
• Superintendents (schedule adherence, quality, subcontractor performance, safety)
• Build and maintain performance dashboards
• Lead monthly performance reviews with team members
• Partner with leadership to tie performance to compensation and growth

HR & Employee Lifecycle Management

• Manage core HR functions, including:
• Employee onboarding and documentation
• Benefits coordination and administration
• Employee relations and issue resolution
• Policy development and compliance (CA labor laws, etc.)
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR compliance
• Support leadership in handling performance issues and terminations professionally and consistently

Retention & Culture Development

• Conduct regular employee check-ins and engagement initiatives
• Identify retention risks and implement proactive solutions
• Help build clear career paths and advancement opportunities
• Support a culture of accountability, professionalism, and excellence

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years in recruiting, HR, or talent management (construction or related industry preferred)
• Proven ability to recruit and close high-quality candidates
• Experience managing HR processes and employee relations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Data-driven mindset with experience tracking performance metrics or KPIs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

What Sets You Apart

• Experience hiring Project Managers, Superintendents, field personnel, general office staff
• Background in construction, real estate development, or a related industry
• Strong instincts for identifying top performers vs. average candidates
• Experience building HR systems and processes from the ground up
• Passion for building teams and improving performance

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person