Employee Relations Manager

Lead a high performing Employee Relations team, driving performance and development by providing day-to-day coaching, direction, and support while building capability across investigations, case management, and leader consulting

Establish and optimize team operating model and discipline through clear role definition, workload prioritization, and efficient resource allocation

Ensure excellence in Employee Relations execution by overseeing consistent, timely, and high-quality delivery of investigations, performance management, discipline, and policy application across the organization

Own and evolve Employee Relations standards, processes, and governance to ensure alignment with compliance requirements, organizational needs, and industry best practices

Lead and oversee complex and high-risk Employee Relations matters by managing high-impact and/or executive-level matters and serving as a trusted escalation point

Serve as a strategic advisor to leaders and HR Business Partners, coaching and influencing to effectively navigate complex workforce issues and drive consistent, sound decision-making

Lead the use of Employee Relations data and insights to identify trends, inform HR and business decisions, and proactively mitigate organizational risk

Maintain and apply deep expertise in employee relations trends, regulatory developments, and legal updates, translating insights into applicable policy, practice, and enterprise strategy 

Partner cross-functionally to manage organizational risk by working closely with Legal, Compliance, and business leadership on high-risk and sensitive matters

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience 

Minimum 8 years of progressive HR experience, with a significant focus on employee relations, investigations, and workplace risk management 

Demonstrated experience managing complex and high-risk employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, and policy violations 

Proven ability to coach and influence leaders at multiple levels, including senior leaders and HR Business Partners 

Strong working knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements and their application in real-world scenarios 

Experience working in a large, multi-location or decentralized organization

Deep expertise in employee relations practices, including investigations, discipline, performance management, and conflict resolution

Strong knowledge of employment law and regulatory requirements (federal, state, and local), with the ability to apply them effectively in complex and high-risk situations

Comprehensive understanding of HR policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks, including accommodations, workplace conduct, and employee reporting/hotline processes

Understanding of organizational dynamics within a decentralized, project-based workforce, including both field and corporate environments

Working knowledge of Employee Relations data and analytics, with the ability to interpret trends, case metrics, and risk indicators to inform decision-making

Familiarity with integrated HR operating models, including partnerships across HRBPs, Centers of Excellence (COEs), Legal, and Security

Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

Ability to travel up to 15%

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 

Dental plan 

401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match 

Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 

No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance 

Gym Membership Discount Program 

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. 

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.