Talent Management Director

At SSR, we’re more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm, we’re a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other, driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

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What You’ll Do

As Talent Management Director, you’ll lead a high‑impact HR function, supervising our HR Business Partners, overseeing Learning and Development, elevating the colleague experience, and ensuring consistent, compliant practices across our multi‑office organization. Talent acquisition, hiring, and onboarding are led by SSR’s Talent Acquisition team; this role partners closely with that team and owns the colleague experience once onboarding is complete.

• Supervise and develop the HR Business Partners and Learning and Development; set goals, review performance, and coach for growth and succession.
• Partner with the Head of Human Resources and senior leaders to align HR strategy with business objectives; communicate plans to the HR team.
• Oversee core HR programs: workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, leaves, people checks, engagement, culture, employee experience, and partnering with the Learning and Development Manager.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures; ensure consistent application across offices and programs.
• Design and implement initiatives that support strategic goals (e.g., affirmative action, career pathing, performance management, engagement, wellness).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; administer FMLA/PTO and related leave programs.
• Serve as a consultative partner to managers on compensation, benefits, safety/security, ER issues, and change management.
• Lead weekly department meetings; represent HR in cross‑functional meetings and external seminars as needed.
• Build partnerships with firm leaders; assess needs, resolve issues, and foster a high‑trust, inclusive culture.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Director to ensure a seamless transition for new colleagues from onboarding into HR support and development programs; manage exit processes.
• Monitor HR metrics and outcomes; evaluate programs against goals and recommend policy/process improvements for efficiency and impact.
• Support risk management, investigations, and sensitive employee matters with discretion and consistent documentation.

Who We’re Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or comparable field with nine years of applicable experience or master’s degree in human resources or comparable field with seven years of broad-based human resource management experience
• Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and direct the overall human resource function
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource to Senior level leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• PHR/SPHR certification
• Expertise in HR policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations; strong HRIS administration experience.
• Depth in compensation, organizational development, learning and development, and employee engagement practices.
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity and interpersonal influence.
• Organizational skills to orchestrate multiple priorities; sound judgment, confidentiality, and detail orientation.
• Mentoring and team‑building strengths; ability to research, anticipate, and solve complex people challenges.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned – Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

EEO Disabled/Veterans

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via HR