Manager, People Practices

DPR Construction

. Provide strategic People Practices leadership for the Self-Perform Work group, focusing on the craft workforce .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in People Practices leadership, focusing on engagement, workforce planning, and performance management within a complex organizational structure. Proven ability to implement national strategies while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across diverse teams.

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People Practices LeadershipWorkforce PlanningEmployee ExperienceHuman Resources CertificationOrganizational Effectiveness

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Hard Skills

Performance ManagementSuccession PlanningTalent ManagementEmployee RelationsStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationCommunicationEngagementInclusion

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHR

Industry Keywords

Construction WorkforcePeople Practices MetricsComplex Matrixed OrganizationCulture InitiativesCareer Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic People Practices leadership for the Self-Perform Work group, focusing on the craft workforce
Lead and implement national people strategies and programs
Partner across business units, regions, and local People Practices teams to drive consistent execution
Execute strategies supporting engagement, workforce planning, performance management, and employee experience
Guide coaches on employee relations matters and partner with Workplace Services on complex situations
Support succession planning, career development, and performance processes
Lead culture, engagement, and inclusion initiatives
Coach and develop People Practices Advisors
Collaborate with Centers of Excellence and People Operations for alignment and continuous improvement
Use People Practices metrics and insights to inform decisions and improve organizational effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience required
7–10 years of People Practices or human resources experience required
Experience supporting large construction craft workforces
Experience in a managerial or advisory capacity preferred
Human resources, organizational effectiveness, or talent management certification preferred, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or equivalent
Ability to navigate a complex matrixed organization
Ability to connect national strategy with local teams and operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private, employee-owned company
Opportunity to try new things, explore paths, and shape your future
Opportunities to build opportunity together, harness talents, enable curiosity, and pursue collective ambition
Recognition as a great place to work