Rise Safety - Human Resource Manager

Job Title:

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Reports To:

President

Employment Type:

Full-Time / Exempt

Salary Range: $135k-$165k

Location:

Fremont, CA (On-site with 1 remote work day per week)

We are one of the largest traffic control companies in Northern California, offering a competitive salary and benefits package. From multiple operating locations, we service all of Northern California by providing high-quality traffic control safety services to construction job sites. Our services include flagging traffic through work zones, setting up and monitoring lane closures, and designing detours to reduce congestion and prevent accidents.

We proudly serve a wide range of industries and are deeply committed to maintaining a safe environment for construction crews, our employees, and the public. Safety is our priority—so our customers can focus on their work.

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Human Resources Manager to oversee HR operations for our Fremont, California-based construction company, which includes a unionized workforce. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the construction industry and a proven ability to interpret and manage collective bargaining agreements (CBAs). This role plays a key part in maintaining positive employee relations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, overseeing the HR budget, and supporting the company’s people and performance objectives.

This is a primarily on-site role with the option to work remotely one day per week.

• Lead and manage all HR functions in alignment with company policies, construction industry standards, and California employment regulations.
• Provide strategic HR guidance to leadership, focusing on workforce management, labor compliance, and employee engagement.
• Serve as the primary liaison with labor unions; manage the administration and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
• Support union negotiations, handle grievance and arbitration processes, and maintain strong labor-management relationships.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning, including coordination with union hiring halls and adherence to dispatch procedures.
• Collaborate with jobsite leaders to ensure compliance with prevailing wage, DIR-certified payroll, and other public works labor standards.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution for both union and non-union personnel.
• Ensure compliance with California wage and hour laws, Cal/OSHA regulations, and employment-related state/federal regulations.
• Administer employee benefits, medical leaves (FMLA, CFRA, PDL), and workers’ compensation cases in partnership with safety and insurance providers.
• Monitor, forecast, and oversee the HR department budget, including training, benefits programs, and recruitment costs.
• Collaborate extensively with the Payroll and Finance team, ensuring proper interpretation of CBAs, job classifications, and wage determinations for accurate payroll processing.
• Maintain and audit HR documentation and employee records in compliance with all applicable laws.
• Lead HR-related training and compliance programs, including harassment prevention and jobsite orientation.
• Champion initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or HR certification preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a management role; construction industry experience required.
• Demonstrated experience managing unionized employees and interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
• In-depth knowledge of California labor laws, employment regulations, and construction workforce practices.
• Understanding of public works compliance, certified payroll, and labor classifications.
• Proven ability to manage an HR budget and align HR initiatives with financial and operational goals.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, especially Operations, Safety, Finance and Payroll.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven…