Vice President of People and Culture

Company Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

This role supports the entire organization by leading and strengthening KE’s People & Culture function. You’ll be responsible for developing and executing people strategies across talent attraction, learning and development, organizational development, HR operations, compensation support, compliance, and HR analytics that directly impact company growth, leadership effectiveness, and operational performance.

Success in this role means creating practical, scalable people solutions that support business priorities while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who brings strong judgment, common sense, and a hands-on leadership style to a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

What You'll Do

You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

- Develop and execute a practical HR and people strategy aligned with company growth and business priorities

- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive and senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational structure, and people-related decisions

- Lead talent attraction and recruiting strategies across office, field, leadership, and specialized roles

- Oversee learning, leadership development, onboarding, and succession planning efforts

- Lead core HR operations including employee relations, performance management support, HR systems, policy, and compliance

- Drive organizational development and change initiatives that improve communication, alignment, and accountability

- Support compensation planning, benchmarking, job leveling, and incentive programs

- Develop HR metrics, dashboards, and executive-level reporting to inform decisions and identify trends

- Lead, mentor, and hold the HR team accountable for results, responsiveness, and professionalism

- Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a senior or executive HR leadership role

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field

- MBA, Master’s degree, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent credentials strongly preferred

- Demonstrated experience across recruiting, learning and development, organizational development, HR operations, employee relations, compensation support, analytics, and compliance

- Strong business acumen with the ability to balance people strategy, operational needs, and financial realities

- Experience in construction, industrial services, field operations, manufacturing, or similar environments preferred

Additional Information

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

- 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees

- HSA contributions to support your medical expenses

- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

- 401(k) with competitive company match

- Profit sharing and performance-based incentives

- Paid weekly with competitive wages

- PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement

- Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

The salary range for this position is $208,640-$234,720 per year, which reflects a good-faith estimate based on market data and internal equity.

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

he physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

- Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and presentations

- Occasional travel to job sites or KE locations as needed

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources via email at HR@KEway.com.

Workplace Requirements

- Primarily based in a professional office environment using standard office equipment

- Daily interaction with employees, managers, and external partners

- Occasional collaboration in conference rooms or off‑site training locations

- Standard business hours with minimal exposure to hazardous environments

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

- EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.