Senior Director, HR Operations

Bohler
  • Herndon, Virginia
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Help Lead a High-Performing HR Organization
We're looking for an experienced HR leader to oversee our HR operations and Total Rewards functions while helping advance the way we support our employees and the business. This role is responsible for leading HR operations, compensation, benefits, HR technology, compliance, people analytics, and safety, ensuring our programs and systems are effective, efficient, and aligned with our business goals.
As a member of the HR Leadership Team, you'll partner closely with the Chief People Officer and leaders across the organization to improve processes, strengthen our HR technology, provide data-driven insights, and deliver an exceptional employee experience.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will:
  • Lead HR operations, including HR systems, compensation, benefits, compliance, safety, and HR service delivery.
  • Oversee and continuously improve our Workday environment, ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, system effectiveness, and an excellent employee experience.
  • Develop and administer competitive compensation and Total Rewards programs that support talent attraction and retention.
  • Partner with senior leaders across HR, Finance, IT, Operations, and other business functions to align HR initiatives with organizational priorities.
  • Build and expand our people analytics capabilities, providing leaders with actionable insights related to workforce planning, retention, compensation, and organizational trends.
  • Evaluate emerging HR technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, and determine where they can improve efficiency while preserving thoughtful human decision-making.
  • Lead operational improvement initiatives, manage organizational change, and help simplify and standardize HR processes.
  • Coach and develop a high-performing HR Operations team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of strategic leadership and operational expertise, along with a passion for building efficient, employee-focused HR programs.
Qualifications include:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive senior-level experience leading HR operations, including compensation, benefits, and HR service delivery. Experience in a professional services environment, with a multi-locational organizational structure, is strongly preferred.
  • Deep knowledge of Workday HRMS required, including system administration, reporting, integrations, data governance, and process improvement.
  • Experience partnering with executive leadership and leading cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, payroll and tax compliance, HR policies, workplace safety, and HR best practices.
  • Experience using workforce data and analytics to support business decisions and organizational planning.
  • Practical experience evaluating AI-enabled HR technologies and applying them where they add value.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills.
  • SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or a comparable senior HR certification is preferred.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead an important function during a period of continued growth and evolution. You'll have the ability to influence HR strategy, modernize systems and processes, strengthen our Total Rewards programs, and help create an outstanding experience for employees across the organization.
If you're an experienced HR operations leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong teams, and partnering with business leaders to drive results, we'd like to hear from you.

Who You Are

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Tell us your story; your unique perspective matters here.

Why Bohler

At Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. Our purpose-driven culture connects driven professionals across disciplines and fosters collaboration, growth, and achievement. We provide land development consulting and site design services for commercial, institutional, and residential markets, helping to transform communities for the better.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to base pay, we offer competitive compensation and acomprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments
  • Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere
  • Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more
Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on employment status (full-time or part-time).

Work Authorization

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Bohler does not sponsor petition-based employment visas that require formal USCIS filings, such as H-1B or PERM-based green cards. Bohler may provide employer support letters for TN (Canadian or Mexican citizens) or E-3 (Australian citizens) when business needs permit. Please contact our 

team-recruiting@bohlereng.com

if you have questions about your eligibility for visa status.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bohler is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please contact us at

accommodations@bohlereng.com

.  

Numbers & Facts

LocationHerndon, Virginia

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