Onboarding Specialist

Summary:

The Onboarding Specialist plays a critical role in supporting a consistent and successful experience for all new hires across the company. This role is responsible for coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and ensuring each new employee’s first 90 days are structured, intentional, and aligned with team expectations. A key part of this position involves partnering with hiring managers to build onboarding plans that are tailored to the role, location, and team needs.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about helping new employees start strong—not just on day one, but all the way through day ninety

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Coordinate onboarding schedules and pre-start logistics for all new hires including tools, equipment, uniforms, systems access, and introductions.

- Collaborate with hiring managers and field leaders to build role-specific 30/60/90-day onboarding plans that set clear expectations and support development.

- Manage onboarding content, welcome materials, and orientation guides that reflect company values and culture.

- Ensure onboarding checklists are completed and timelines are tracked accurately across multiple departments and job functions.

- Schedule orientations, safety training, jobsite tours, and introductory meetings with key stakeholders.

- Coordinate with Operations, IT, Safety, and Fleet teams to ensure everything is in place before the employee’s first day.

- Continuously evaluate the onboarding process and contribute ideas for improved structure, communication, and retention.

- Support the Director of People and Culture with reporting, follow-up, and special initiatives related to the employee experience.

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies:

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple onboarding timelines and deliverables at once.

- Exceptional attention to detail and consistency in tracking and following up on tasks.

- Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.

- Ability to build structure in a fast-moving environment and confidently own processes.

- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort with digital tools for checklists, scheduling, and tracking.

- Strong follow-through and accountability for ensuring all onboarding steps are completed.

- Familiarity with construction job roles, field terminology, and trade expectations.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience & Competencies:

- Experience coordinating onboarding, training, or project schedules in an operational or field-based setting.

- Understanding of 30/60/90-day planning frameworks and how they support new hire integration and retention.

- Knowledge of safety protocols and site-readiness considerations for new field employees.

- Experience working cross-functionally with operations, safety, IT, or fleet management teams.

- Knowledge of Procore and other Construction industry Software

Work Format:

This position requires team collaboration and presence at in-person meetings and is best suited to a traditional work schedule. Occasional remote work is acceptable.

Travel Requirements:

- Occasional travel typically within a 150-mile radius of the office.

- Occasional travel to various job site locations as needed for photography or milestone events.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to lift 30 lbs.

- Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.

- Ability to see well (naturally or with correction).

Comments:

This job description covers the principal duties/responsibilities of the role. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Forthisrole,Bobbittoffersanattractivetotalcompensationpackageincludingexcellent benefits:

- Competitive salary and bonus opportunity

- Provided laptop computer, and cell phone allowance

- Flexible paid time off and holidays

- Wellness program and mental health resources

- Health PPO, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

- Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts

- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

- 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan—Bobbitt is 100% Employee Owned

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 79 years, we have a strong reputation for quality, commitment, and integrity.

Bobbitt is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to provide fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling (919) 800-4622 or sending an email to careers@bobbitt.com. Bobbitt provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We participate in E-Verify. Information from all employees’ Form I-9 is used to confirm work authorization.