Construction HR Generalist — Onsite Chico (Unionized)

HR Generalist – Construction Industry (Onsite | Chico, CA)

Job Openings HR Generalist – Construction Industry (Onsite | Chico, CA)

About the job HR Generalist – Construction Industry (Onsite | Chico, CA)

HR Generalist – Construction Industry (Onsite | Chico, CA)

Location: Chico, California (Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire

Immediate hiring need – interviews are already underway. Apply today to be considered.

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and growing organization in the construction materials and contracting industry, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support its California operations.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role supporting a unionized workforce in a fast-paced, operational environment. You will play a key role in driving employee engagement, ensuring compliance with California employment law, and supporting business expansion initiatives.

If you thrive in a field-based HR role where your work directly supports frontline operations and community-building projects, this opportunity offers both stability and growth.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Employee Relations

Support day-to-day HR functions including employee files, reviews, surveys, and compensation administration

Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on policies, benefits, and employee relations matters

Investigate workplace concerns while maintaining strict confidentiality

California Compliance & Labor Relations

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws

Support reporting requirements (EEO-1, VETS, and related filings)

Partner with leadership in a unionized environment, supporting collective bargaining agreement administration

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Manage full-cycle recruiting including postings, interviews, screenings, onboarding, and exit interviews

Support workforce planning and organizational development initiatives

HR Systems & Process Improvement

Utilize HRIS and ERP systems to maintain data accuracy

Contribute to HR process improvements and operational efficiency

Assist with acquisition integration and expansion efforts

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

5+ years of Human Resources experience

Experience within construction or construction materials environments

Strong knowledge of California employment laws and compliance regulations

Experience supporting unionized workforces and collective bargaining agreements

Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in HR, Business, or related field

Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or California-specific certification)

Experience with HRIS/ERP systems

Experience supporting acquisitions or organizational growth initiatives

Whats in It for You

Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunity

Strong benefits package

Stable, established organization with long-term growth plans

Direct exposure to senior leadership and operational teams

Opportunity to influence culture, engagement, and workforce strategy

Hands-on role with meaningful business impact

Career advancement potential within a growing regional operation

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with operations and making a tangible difference in a people-first, field-driven environment.

Apply now or message directly for more details. We are actively shortlisting candidates and scheduling interviews immediately.