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McKinstry Senior Employee Relations and Investigation Partner in Seattle, Washington
Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet. Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through: renewables and energy services engineering and design construction and facility services To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you? The Opportunity with McKinstry We are adding a Senior Employee Relations and Investigations Partner to our growing Human Resource division in Seattle, Washington. In this role, you will lead employee relations issues and investigations company-wide for the HR team. You will consult closely with HR colleagues, legal counsel and corporate/business leaders on complex employee-related concerns, either conducting investigations themselves, or coaching HR peers/colleagues (other HRBPs and PRPs) through the process of employee coaching, mentoring, guiding on employee relation topics. Also, you will own the overall methodology and approach to managing employee relations at McKinstry from documenting clear and consistent SOPs to synthesizing and providing recommendations through the lens of people-first, McKinstry values, best practice, fair and consistent/equity, as well as compliance. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include: Employee Relations & Investigations Strategy Act as a subject matter expert and single point of focus on all things employee relations and investigations Conduct (or coach others through) prompt, fair, impartial, and thorough investigations into sensitive employee relations issues concerning allegations such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, hostile work environment, and policy violations. Prepare investigation reports with clear findings and recommendations to include evaluation of any process gaps or practices that create legal risk in order to mitigate organizational liability. Ensure objective, fair and impartial conclusions to bring an amiable outcome for all parties involved. Analyze, refine and implement effective employee relations strategies and policies aligned with organizational goals and values. Ensure a documented, consistent approach to investigations and disciplinary action to include clear SOPs, knowledge management and roles & responsibilities Stay updated on employment laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and proactively addressing potential risks. Partner cross-functionally across HR to identify and elevate people trends and issues Explore and develop restorative initiatives that help teams and employees move forward following an investigation Internal Partnership & Coaching Consult closely with HR Business Partner & People Relations teams, Sr. Director of People Experience and HR Operations, SVP of People, legal counsel, and business leaders on complex and sensitive situations. Provide guidance, coaching and support to HR colleagues on a range of employee relations issues, including performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions. Build solid working relationships with the Directors of HRBP teams Evaluate and make recommendations to improve operational efficiency and reduce employee-related concerns. Lead training sessions internally to up level HR colleagues' skills and approach to employee investigations. Participate in training sessions to enhance managers' capabilities in handling employee-related matters effectively. Coach on appropriate workplace behavior, fostering a culture of respect and inclus