[Job Radar](https://jobradar.live/) / [Jobs](https://jobradar.live/ilanlar) / Human Resources Manager Active On-site Palmetto, FL Posted · 28.09.2026 LinkedIn Jobs US # Human Resources Manager GATOR GRADING & PAVING, LLC Human Resources Manager Company: Gator Grading & Paving, LLC Industry: Heavy Civil Construction / Grading / Paving / Underground Utilities Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Palmetto / Tampa Bay Area, Florida Reports To: Executive Leadership Position Summary Gator Grading & Paving, LLC is seeking an experienced, organized, and people-focused Human Resources Manager to oversee the company’s day-to-day human resources functions and support our growing construction workforce. The HR Manager will serve as a key resource for employees, supervisors, superintendents, and company leadership. This position is responsible for maintaining consistent HR practices, supporting employee relations, recruiting and onboarding employees, administering company policies and benefits, maintaining employment records, and helping ensure compliance with applicable employment requirements. This is a hands-on position requiring regular interaction with both office and field personnel. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment where priorities can change quickly and effective communication with employees at all levels is essential. Primary Responsibilities Employee Relations and Workforce Support Serve as a primary HR contact for employees, supervisors, and management. Provide guidance regarding company policies, employee concerns, attendance, performance, workplace conduct, and other employment matters. Assist managers and supervisors with employee counseling, corrective action, disciplinary documentation, and performance-related matters. Promote consistent application of company policies across departments and projects. Receive and appropriately address employee complaints and workplace concerns. Conduct or coordinate workplace investigations when necessary. Maintain professional confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information. Support company leadership in maintaining a respectful, professional, and productive workplace. Recruiting and Hiring Coordinate recruiting activities for field, equipment, shop, administrative, supervisory, and management positions. Prepare and maintain job descriptions and job postings. Post employment opportunities through appropriate recruiting platforms. Review applications and resumes and coordinate interviews with hiring managers. Assist management with applicant screening and candidate selection. Coordinate pre-employment requirements, background checks, motor vehicle record reviews, drug testing, and other required screening. Maintain appropriate recruiting and applicant records. New Hire Onboarding Coordinate the complete onboarding process for new employees. Verify completion of required employment documentation. Coordinate completion of Form I-9 and employment eligibility documentation. Provide employees with company policies, benefits information, required acknowledgments, and other onboarding materials. Coordinate with Payroll, Safety, Operations, Fleet, and other departments to ensure new employees are properly set up before beginning work. Maintain accurate employee personnel files and onboarding records. Benefits and Employee Administration Coordinate employee enrollment, changes, and termination of company benefit programs. Assist employees with benefits-related questions and direct complex matters to the appropriate benefit provider or broker. Coordinate qualifying life-event changes and employee status changes. Assist with annual benefit enrollment activities. Maintain records relating to employee eligibility, deductions, and benefit elections. Coordinate employee leave administration when applicable. Payroll and Employee Records Coordination Work closely with payroll personnel to communicate new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, employee status changes, and other personnel actions. Review employee information for accuracy before payroll processing. Maintain complete and organized personnel records. Ensure confidential personnel information is properly protected. Maintain records regarding employment status, compensation changes, disciplinary actions, acknowledgments, and other HR documentation. Policies and Procedures Administer and maintain the company Employee Handbook and HR policies. Assist leadership with periodic review and revision of company employment policies. Help ensure that HR policies and employee guidance documents remain consistent and do not contradict other company procedures. Obtain and maintain required employee policy acknowledgments. Communicate policy changes to employees and supervisors. Assist supervisors and managers in understanding how company policies should be administered. Regulatory and Employment Compliance Support company compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements. Maintain required employment records and postings. Coordinate compliance activities involving FMLA, ADA, EEO, wage and hour requirements, employment eligibility, and other applicable employment matters. Maintain documentation necessary to support company employment decisions. Coordinate with company leadership and legal counsel when employment matters require additional review. Workers’ Compensation and Return-to-Work Coordination Work collaboratively with the Safety Department, management, insurance representatives, and claims administrators regarding employee injury administration. Coordinate HR-related aspects of workers’ compensation claims, including employee status, wage information, benefits, leave status, and modified-duty documentation. Assist with administration of the company’s transitional or modified-duty process. Maintain appropriate workers’ compensation and employment records. The HR Manager supports the administrative and employee-relations components of injury management. Safety investigations, incident prevention, field safety programs, and regulatory safety responsibilities remain under the direction of the Safety Department. DOT and Driver-Related HR Coordination Assist with employment-related administration involving employees who operate company vehicles or commercial motor vehicles. Coordinate required employment documentation with Safety, Fleet, and Operations. Assist with driver qualification, motor vehicle record, drug and alcohol program, and related documentation where responsibilities are assigned to HR. Maintain appropriate confidentiality for drug and alcohol testing records and other protected employee information. Training and Employee Development Coordinate with department managers to identify employee training and development needs. Maintain HR-related training and acknowledgment records. Assist with supervisor and management training involving company policies, employee relations, harassment prevention, disciplinary procedures, and other employment-related subjects. Work with the Safety Department regarding employee training records when HR and safety requirements overlap. Management and Leadership Responsibilities The HR Manager is expected to: Develop strong working relationships with company leadership and field management. Provide consistent and practical HR guidance. Identify employment-related risks before they become larger problems. Maintain professionalism and sound judgment when dealing with difficult or confidential situations. Help managers resolve issues while maintaining consistency with company policy. Recommend improvements to HR procedures and administrative systems. Help establish clear accountability for HR processes throughout the organization. Minimum Qualifications Five or more years of progressive human resources experience preferred. Prior HR management, HR generalist, or employee-relations experience strongly preferred. Experience supporting a construction, transportation, manufacturing, industrial, or field-based workforce preferred. Working knowledge of employment practices and HR compliance requirements. Experience administering recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, personnel records, and company policies. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other common business applications. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification. Experience working with a construction workforce. Experience with workers’ compensation administration and return-to-work programs. Familiarity with DOT/FMCSA employment requirements. Experience with HR information systems, payroll systems, and electronic employee records. Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are strongly preferred. Work Environment This position primarily works in an office environment but requires interaction with field employees, supervisors, superintendents, mechanics, equipment operators, drivers, and company leadership. Occasional visits to company yards, shops, or active construction projects may be necessary to support employees and management. The HR Manager must be comfortable working with a workforce that operates across multiple construction projects and locations throughout the Tampa Bay region. What We Are Looking For Gator Grading & Paving is looking for an HR professional who is approachable but consistent, understands the importance of documentation, and can balance employee support with the operational needs of the company. The successful candidate will not simply process paperwork. This individual will be expected to become a trusted resource for employees and management, identify potential HR issues early, provide practical guidance, and help Gator maintain fair and consistent employment practices as the company continues to grow. Equal Employment Opportunity Gator Grading & Paving, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to legally protected characteristics and complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements. 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