Human Resources Generalist at DYWIDAG

DYWIDAG stands as a global leader in construction and infrastructure technology that works with government authorities, asset owners, construction companies, and design offices to support their infrastructure projects. We have expanded into over 50 countries worldwide and continue to keep infrastructure safe and secure every single day.

The HR Generalist performs routine and specialized HR administrative tasks that support day‑to‑day site operations, including employee data maintenance, forms processing, and coordination of HR workflows.

This role supports union and non‑union teams through accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and preparation of materials for employee relations and labor‑related activities. The position also plays a key role in organizing and validating payroll‑related information to ensure timely, accurate processing for U.S. and Canadian employees

Essential Functions

• Process HR transactions such as new hires, status changes, terminations, pay changes, and job changes, ensuring timely entry into HR and payroll systems.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical employee files, including union and non‑union documentation, attendance records, corrective actions, and training records.
• Collect, review, and reconcile timekeeping data, wage changes, and other payroll inputs; coordinate with payroll to support accurate and on‑time processing for U.S. and Canadian locations.
• Support onboarding and offboarding administration, including preparation of offer packets, new‑hire paperwork, orientation materials, access requests, and termination checklists.
• Assist with benefits and leave administration by processing forms, updating records, routing documentation, and maintaining tracking logs.
• Draft and distribute routine HR communications, memos, and notices; provide basic information to employees on HR processes and direct more complex questions to senior HR staff.
• Generate and update standard HR reports and spreadsheets (headcount, attendance, overtime, employee changes) for internal use and audits.
• Schedule HR‑related meetings, interviews, and trainings; coordinate logistics, materials, and follow‑up documentation.
• Assist SR. HR Generalist in posting open positions and screening applicants.
  
  

Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of Human Resources administration required.
• HRIS/ Payroll system maintenance preferred.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Experience with MS Office - Word, Excel (expert level working knowledge preferred), Access, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• Proficient with HRIS software, specifically BambooHR and ADP Workforce Now.
• Bi-Lingual preferred but not required.
  
  

Competencies

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Punctual and able to meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently or as a team.
• Able to adapt and succeed in a changing and fast-paced environment with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Strong multi-tasking skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn and implement procedures.
• Self-starter and can-do attitude.
• Fluency in English.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• None.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, laptop use, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
  
  

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  
  

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What else do I need to know?

Safer, stronger, smarter. These values guide everything we do at DYWIDAG. We’ve been supporting infrastructure since 1865, and safety always comes first. Our strength is rooted in our engineering legacy, and smart, digital technologies are our future. We’re looking for passionate teammates with the mindset to succeed in the world of construction whatever role they fill, who can embody these values.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment, and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of gender, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please apply today.