Job Description
Position: HR & Safety Manager
Location: Cleveland, OH - Hybrid
Compensation: $100K-$125K
Software Experience Preferred: Foundations (Accounting & Payroll)
Why the Role is Open:
The organization is privately owned and has operated without a formal HR department for 20+ years. HR duties have historically been managed by accounting personnel. A subcontractor currently oversees safety operations and is in the process of drafting a safety handbook.
Team Structure:
The HR & Safety Manager will report directly to ownership and work alongside the Controller.
Direct Reports:
Payroll Associate
Accounting Associate
Intern (Payroll)
Responsibilities:
Human Resources (50%)
Develop, implement, and manage all HR programs and policies
Lead talent acquisition and recruiting efforts
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
Administer benefits programs
Oversee payroll processing
Conduct training, performance reviews, and administrative evaluations
Safety (50%)
Create and implement job site safety programs
Travel on-site for safety audits and training sessions
Investigate workplace accidents or injuries
Collaborate with an existing subcontractor for safety support and cross-training
Candidate Profile:
Experience in construction or manufacturing industries is required
Must be comfortable working in field environments; ~80% of employees are union workers
Needs to be hands-on, resilient, and comfortable handling both HR and safety responsibilities
Proven track record of building or revamping HR departments and implementing programs (e.g., job descriptions, salary guides, org charts)
Experience with construction safety programs is strongly preferred
Desired Skills and Experience Position: HR & Safety Manager
Location: Cleveland, OH - Hybrid
Compensation: $100K-$125K
Software Experience Preferred: Foundations (Accounting & Payroll)
Why the Role is Open:
The organization is privately owned and has operated without a formal HR department for 20+ years. HR duties have historically been managed by accounting personnel. A subcontractor currently oversees safety operations and is in the process of drafting a safety handbook.
Team Structure:
The HR & Safety Manager will report directly to ownership and work alongside the Controller.
Direct Reports:
Payroll Associate
Accounting Associate
Intern (Payroll)
Responsibilities:
Human Resources (50%)
Develop, implement, and manage all HR programs and policies
Lead talent acquisition and recruiting efforts
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
Administer benefits programs
Oversee payroll processing
Conduct training, performance reviews, and administrative evaluations
Safety (50%)
Create and implement job site safety programs
Travel on-site for safety audits and training sessions
Investigate workplace accidents or injuries
Collaborate with an existing subcontractor for safety support and cross-training
Candidate Profile:
Experience in construction or manufacturing industries is required
Must be comfortable working in field environments; ~80% of employees are union workers
Needs to be hands-on, resilient, and comfortable handling both HR and safety responsibilities
Proven track record of building or revamping HR departments and implementing programs (e.g., job descriptions, salary guides, org charts)
Experience with construction safety programs is strongly preferred
Job Tags
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