HR Manager SR 400 Peach Partners

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

SR 400 Peach Partners, a joint venture overseeing the SR 400 Express Lanes project, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to lead all HR-related functions across the project lifecycle. The HR Manager will be responsible for aligning HR strategies with project goals, ensuring compliance with labor laws and contractual obligations, managing talent acquisition and retention, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.

This role is critical to building and sustaining a skilled, engaged workforce that meets the unique demands of large-scale infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with proven HR expertise in a construction, engineering, or public-private partnership (P3) environment.Lead the design, development, and execution of all Human Resources processes for the SR400 project. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on implementation skills to set up core HR systems, policies, and programs from the ground up.

Job Description

Payroll and Personnel Management Systems: Lead the implementation of payroll systems and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local and federal laws. Establish robust systems for employee records, timekeeping, and workforce management.

End-to-End HR Project Implementation: Oversee the full setup of HR processes and infrastructure, ensuring alignment with the SR400 project's operational goals. Develop and roll out HR policies, procedures, and workflows tailored to the needs of the organization.

Employee Benefits Programs: Design and implement comprehensive benefits programs (healthcare, retirement plans, incentives, etc.) to enhance employee satisfaction and retention. Manage vendor selection and negotiation for benefit-related services.

HR Business Partner Support: Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team, providing HR insights and solutions that align with business objectives. Collaborate with leadership to address talent needs, workforce planning, and employee development initiatives.

Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal employment laws in Georgia. Monitor and report on key HR metrics and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary HR contact, fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive HR projects and initiatives.

Required Skills And Competencies

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

- Proven years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on HR systems implementation, project leadership, and benefits administration.

- Proven experience in HR setup or transformation projects from initiation to completion.

- Knowledge of employment laws and practices in the state of Georgia.

- Proficiency in English (bilingual capabilities in Spanish is a plus).

- Experience reporting to senior leadership, preferably a CEO or executive-level stakeholders.

- Strong project management and organizational skills.

- Hands-on experience with HRIS, payroll, and benefits platforms.

- Ability to work independently and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

- Strong understanding of employment law and compliance requirements in Georgia.

- Must be able to maintain in a high degree of confidentiality.

- Excellent work ethic, honest and reliable

- Professional demeanor, demonstrate commitment to performance & results

- Able to multi-task and meet deadlines

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.