Human Resources Manager

USI Consultants, Inc., an Indiana based civil engineering and surveying firm, employs an outstanding group of civil engineers, surveyors, right-of-way specialists, construction inspectors, Planners, Landscape Architects, technicians, and designers, and client representatives. Cities, counties, state and federal agencies, other engineering firms, private developers and businesses are among the many that rely on USI to successfully complete their projects.

When you join USI, you will be joining a fast-growing company that cares about your success. Our team is dedicated to maximizing your potential and focused on delivering quality customer service. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and rewarding our growing team. USI strives to make a difference – in our company and in our community. Working with us you will feel valued, challenged, and appreciated.

USI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee and execute all aspects of the human resources function for a growing civil engineering and surveying firm. This role is responsible for strategic HR leadership as well as hands‑on administration, supporting approximately 100 employees across multiple disciplines. The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary point of contact for HR operations, compliance, and employee relations, and partners closely with executive leadership, department managers, and external vendors to support organizational growth and workforce stability.

• Lead and manage all HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll coordination, employee relations, performance management, and compliance.
• Act as the primary HR contact for employees and leadership, guiding policies, procedures, and employment matters.
• Develop, update, and administer HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook to ensure compliance and consistency.

• Serve as system administrator for the company’s HRIS, ensuring accurate employee data, reporting, and system functionality.
• Manage HRIS workflows related to onboarding, offboarding, benefits enrollment, employee changes, and document management.
• Partner with payroll, benefits, and finance teams to ensure data integrity across systems.
• Generate HR reports and metrics related to headcount, turnover, benefits utilization, and compliance.

• Oversee payroll processing in coordination with finance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
• Coordinate HR data and employee records with Ajera, including employee status changes, labor classifications, and reporting needs.
• Support compensation planning, job costing alignment, and compliance with labor tracking requirements typical in engineering and consulting environments.

• Lead full‑cycle recruiting for professional, technical, and administrative roles.
• Develop and maintain relationships with universities, technical schools, and professional organizations.
• Coordinate and attend career fairs, campus recruiting events, and networking opportunities.
• Manage internship and co‑op programs, including recruiting, onboarding, mentoring coordination, and conversion to full‑time roles.
• Partner with department managers to identify future talent needs and succession planning opportunities.

• Design, implement, and manage structured internship programs aligned with business needs.
• Coordinate intern onboarding, training, evaluations, and end‑of‑program feedback.
• Serve as a liaison between interns, managers, and academic institutions.
• Track intern performance and support full‑time offer decisions.

• Guide on performance issues, disciplinary actions, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Support managers in conducting performance evaluations and employee development discussions.
• Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant handling of employee concerns.

• Coordinate employee…