Human Resources Specialist

Role Overview

HITT Contracting is looking for an HR Specialist to support people operations and employee relations at a major project location in Afton, Texas. This mid-level role sits within the HR Business Partner function and works closely with project leadership and regional HR to address workplace issues, support HR processes, and help ensure company policies are applied consistently. The position is geared toward a proactive, organized professional who can help create a strong employee experience.

The role is based at one of HITT’s largest active data center projects in Afton, TX, outside Lubbock. It supports a workforce made up of field and trade professionals in a demanding operational setting. Working onsite enables direct collaboration with site leadership, stronger employee engagement, and a bridge between project operations and corporate HR. The normal schedule is four to five days per week onsite, with the possibility of one work-from-home day weekly. Occasional travel to other jobsites or regional offices in Texas may be needed.

Relocation help is available for qualified candidates already living elsewhere in Texas who are selected for the role. More details about relocation support can be covered during the interview process.

HITT Contracting is headquartered in the Washington, DC area in Falls Church, Virginia. The company has more than 80 years of success in commercial construction across the country and is known for a positive, inclusive, team-focused culture. It is regularly recognized as a top workplace in the large company category by The Washington Post.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the onsite HR contact for the Afton team, supporting roughly 500 field and subcontractor professionals while working closely with Site Operations, Operations, and Safety teams.
• Be the first resource for team members with HR questions, policy concerns, and workplace issues.
• Help resolve employee relations matters and escalate more complex situations to senior HR leaders when needed.
• Support fact-finding efforts and documentation for complaints, workplace concerns, and possible policy breaches.
• Handle administrative work tied to employee relations, including badging, site access needs, recordkeeping, case tracking, and report preparation.
• Work with other HR groups on onboarding, offboarding, and workforce change administration at the project site.
• Partner with site leadership to promote a respectful and positive work environment.
• Assist managers with performance notes, coaching discussions, and corrective action steps.
• Conduct exit interviews and stay interviews, then use the feedback to improve the employee experience.
• Help deliver onsite engagement, communication, and culture-building efforts in alignment with HITT’s mission and values across a large, multi-team environment.
• Respond to questions and concerns from team members across functions and provide guidance on HR policies, programs, and processes.

What We’re Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in human resources, or equivalent additional work experience in place of a degree.
• Working understanding of core HR practices and employment laws such as FMLA, ADA, and EEO.
• Strong ability with Microsoft Office tools, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with workplace investigations and strong investigative judgment.
• Good conflict resolution capability.
• Strong people skills and a track record of building internal and external relationships.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage several projects at once.
• Comfort handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Interest in working in a family-oriented, entrepreneurial, and demanding environment.
• Self-driven approach with the ability to deliver results in a fast-moving setting.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction while still collaborating effectively with others.

Additional Information

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring and development decisions are based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The company supports a respectful and inclusive workplace where all employees have the chance to succeed.

HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace in line with applicable local, state, and federal laws.