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HR Specialist

Location: 

Lone Tree, CO, US

Requisition ID: 182884 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers 

Department: Human Resources 

Market: Corporate Home Office 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

This HR Specialist will serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers of the Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering team. This role independently handles routine employee and manager requests, helps employees navigate HR resources, connects individuals to the appropriate support teams, coordinates HR programs and follow-up activities, and escalates more complex or sensitive matters to the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) team when needed. The Specialist partners directly with front-line employees, supervisors, and functional teams to share HR policies, and practices in a clear and practical way. This role offers significant exposure to Human Resources and provides an excellent development opportunity for individuals interested in building a career in HR or organizational support. This role will report directly to the HRBP. 

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.  

 

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401(k) plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success. 

Location

This is a full time in office role located in Lone Tree, CO. This role could require travel up to 10% of the time between the US and Canada. 

Responsibilities

HR Operations & Employee Support

  • Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers, responding to routine questions and providing guidance on HR programs, including the Professional Engineer (PE/PEng) incentive program.
  • Assess HR requests and connect employees and managers with appropriate resources, including Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, and internal engineering groups.
  • Provide administrative and operational HR support while independently managing assigned workstreams and follow-up activities.
  • Support stay, focus, and exit interviews by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, identifying themes, and summarizing feedback.
  • Support employee engagement, retention, and rotation initiatives.
  • Gather information and prepare clear summaries or recommendations for HR Business Partners.
  • Coordinate HR requests, approvals, service tickets, and follow-up activities, escalating when needed.
  • Identify recurring questions and opportunities to improve self-service resources and HR processes.
  • Support AI- and technology-enabled process improvements, including testing solutions and assisting with employee and manager adoption.

Workforce Movements, Immigration & Intern Program

  • Support internal transfers and workforce movements, including data entry, employee communication, and approvals.
  • Support immigration and sponsorship processes by collecting required information and submitting it through appropriate channels.
  • Assist with relocations, assignments, accommodations, and mobility initiatives.
  • Partner with the intern committee to plan events and provide support for 60+ Lone Tree interns each summer, as well as interns in other locations.

Onboarding

  • Coordinate and present bi-weekly onboarding sessions.
  • Collect onboarding information, including assigned peers and managers, and partner with the Employee Experience team.
  • Support assigned peer initiatives and employee integration programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Communications, Organizational Leadership, or related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, administration, customer service, operations, or a related field.
  • Strong organizational, communication, confidentiality, and customer service skills.Strong follow-up skills, sound judgment, and clear written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to take initiative, work independently, and build productive relationships with employees and leaders.
  • Ability to manage confidential information, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to clearly explain HR policies, practices, and information to employees and leaders.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% and support locations throughout the U.S. and Canada as needed. #LI-AK1

 Other Requirements:
•    Regular, reliable attendance
•    Work productively and meet deadlines timely
•    Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
•    Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
•    Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

 

Base Compensation: 75,000 - 90,000 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:   -   

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come. 

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities. 

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.  

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.


Nearest Major Market: Denver
Job Segment: Data Entry, HR, Design Engineer, Engineer, Administrative, Human Resources, Engineering

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