Manager I – Field People Relations

Blattner

. Provide day-to-day leadership and operational oversight of Blattner’s field-facing People Relations Partner team.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,617 - $160,396 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex workplace investigations and employee relations within a dynamic operational environment, while fostering a culture of accountability and professional integrity. Strong knowledge of federal and state employment law is essential for effective decision-making and compliance.

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LeadershipWorkplace InvestigationsEmployee RelationsFederal And State Employment LawHuman Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)

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Hard Skills

Case ManagementDocumentation StandardsQuality AssuranceInvestigation ProtocolsMetrics ReportingLegal Strategy ApplicationDisciplinary Decision MakingHigh-Risk Separation ManagementOperational OversightProfessional Development

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationAccountabilityIntellectual CuriosityProfessional Integrity

Tools & Technologies

Service Desk

Certifications & Qualifications

Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEmployee RelationsLabor RelationsConstruction EnvironmentRegulatory Response

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day leadership and operational oversight of Blattner’s field-facing People Relations Partner team.
Manage the team’s caseload, quality standards, professional development, and case progression.
Assign tickets in the Service Desk and report case volume and trends to HR Leadership.
Conduct and document complex, high-risk, and legally sensitive workplace investigations, including harassment, retaliation, and discrimination matters.
Serve as the first-line escalation point on investigations, disciplinary decisions, terminations, and litigation-risk matters.
Escalate matters requiring legal strategy or executive visibility to the Manager II – People Relations & HR Compliance.
Apply and reinforce investigation standards, interview protocols, and documentation templates.
Collaborate with Legal counsel and HR Compliance on legal strategy, representation, and regulatory response.
Identify learning and development opportunities for team members.
Foster a culture of accountability, intellectual curiosity, professional integrity, and a people-first approach.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, case management workflows, and quality checklists.
Manage team-level metrics and reporting, including case volumes, resolution times, and caseload distribution; present findings regularly to the Manager II – People Relations & HR Compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
5 or more years of progressive human resources, employee relations, or labor relations experience required, including demonstrated expertise leading complex workplace investigations and high-risk separation scenarios.
Prior experience leading, mentoring, or serving as a lead resource for other HR or People Relations professionals required.
Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment law with the ability to apply legal frameworks independently.
Prior experience in a construction, field-based, or similarly dynamic operational environment strongly preferred.
Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) credentials preferred.
Valid, independent work authorization; Blattner is not able to sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
401(k) with company match
HSA and FSA options
Dental and Vision insurance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
Work/Life balance
Employee/Family focused culture
Gym on site