Early Talent Development Manager
About the job
- Three to five years of experience in human resources or a related field, with people-facing experience.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Passion for growth and development.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to travel 20–30% of the time.
- Work with the Talent Acquisition team and local operations leadership to align regional hiring goals and objectives for talent needs.
- Spearhead regional recruiting efforts, supporting management, Talent Acquisition, and Marketing teams.
- Oversee the execution of regional recruiting events and strategically participate in high-impact events.
- Establish and prepare assessment best practices for screening and interviewing candidates and other strategies to drive an excellent candidate experience.
- Partner with the Sustainability Team and Operations Leaders to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts within the region.
- Support preboarding and onboarding efforts and logistics in partnership with Operations and Administrative managers.
- Facilitate new employee check-in meetings.
- Develop and implement an annual summer intern program to provide fundamental training, regional consistency, and an enhanced internship experience.
- Identify skill requirements and gaps for new hires and current employees, identify necessary training and discussion topics, and monitor employee development to ensure continued opportunities for professional growth.
- Establish mentor-mentee relationships when needed.
- Coordinate with Operations Leadership to create, maintain, and update the intern rotation mapping log.
- Facilitate routine employee engagement check-in meetings and condition-of-satisfaction workshops to identify areas for improvement.
- Summarize findings and make recommendations to improve candidate and employee experiences through qualitative and quantitative data.
- Conduct and analyze exit interview details to identify areas of opportunity for improvement and strengths.
- Research industry and workforce trends to continuously evolve and elevate employee experience.
- Drive collaboration and communication to remove silos and facilitate idea sharing.
- Serve as a liaison between junior- and senior-level leadership.
- Share data, insights, and feedback with the Strategic Talent Partner to support leadership conversations about improving employee experience and culture.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
- Two to three years of experience leading and engaging with early-career individuals.
- College education or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
About the company
Swinerton delivers commercial construction and construction management services across the United States and is 100% employee-owned. It manages projects from initial planning through completion, handling aspects such as site logistics, safety, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with clients, designers, and subcontractors. Swinerton distinguishes itself through its long history (established in 1888), nationwide reach, and a business model grounded in employee ownership that aligns the company’s interests with those of clients and staff. The company emphasizes integrity, passion, and excellence in all projects, prioritizing safety and reliable delivery. Its goal is to be the trusted partner of choice for building projects by delivering high-quality work on time and within budget while maintaining a strong safety culture across every market it serves.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
1888
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What believers are saying
- August 2026 Raleigh lease expands headcount support and deepens Southeast client access.
- July 2026 Southern California promotions strengthen education and healthcare execution capacity.
- Portsmouth Square's $73 million San Francisco contract and San Diego campus work fill pipelines.
What critics are saying
- Schuster v. Swinerton heads to trial in December 2026, exposing benefits-plan governance.
- Healthcare and education concentration ties results to public capital budgets and approval cycles.
- A project execution failure at active campuses or hospitals would crush brand trust.
What makes Swinerton unique
- Swinerton's 24-office, 100% employee-owned model keeps local project teams unusually accountable.
- Its healthcare, education, aviation, and mass timber practices diversify demand across regions.
- Timberlab affiliation lets Swinerton self-perform mass timber scopes, as shown at USD.
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Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
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New building permits issued for Mission Bay Block 4 East, San Francisco. By San Francisco YIMBY - October 06, 2026 - 2 min Skyscraper New building permits have been issued for both phases of the Mission Bay Block 4 East development in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood. The project will include two affordable housing blocks, rising 16 stories and 23 stories. Curtis Development and Bayview Senior Services are the joint developers. Mission Bay Block 4 East aerial view looking at Phase One, rendering by Perry Architects and Y.A. Studio Full build-out of Mission Bay Block 4 East is expected to deliver over half a million square feet of space, creating 398 apartments with parking for 88 cars and 256 bicycles. Unit types will vary, with 105 one-bedrooms, 190 two-bedrooms, 96 three-bedrooms, and seven four-bedroom dwellings. The first phase of construction will be the 16-story tower at 506 China Basin Street, including 165 apartments. The second phase will rise an estimated 242 feet at 505 Mission Rock Street, including 233 apartments. Perry Architects and Y.A. Studio are jointly responsible for the design. New renderings have not been published since its previous coverage. The late 2025 illustrations show a responsive design, complementing its neighbors in Mission Rock and the Luma Hotel. The Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure is listed as the property owner. Swinerton and Rubecon will form a joint venture to serve as the general contractor. Mission Bay Block 4 East phase one tenth-floor terrace, rendering by Perry Architects and Y.A. Studio Mission Bay South Block 4 East, image via Google Satellite The one-acre property is located along 3rd Street between Mission Rock Street and China Basin Street, across from the Third Street light rail and the Mission Rock master plan site. Construction is estimated to cost just over $125 million, a figure not inclusive of all development costs. The timeline for completion has not yet been shared. Subscribe to YIMBY's daily e-mail Follow YIMBYgram for real-time photo updates Like YIMBY on Facebook Follow YIMBY's Twitter for the latest in YIMBYnews Recent Comments
Constructing new culinary concepts in the Carolinas. Swinerton's Charlotte-based team has delivered two innovative restaurant concepts - Antagonist Coffee & Cocktail Bar and Market on Morehead - leveraging self-perform capabilities and careful scheduling to deliver quality on a fast-track schedule. As one of the nation's top hospitality builders, Swinerton specializes in creating memorable spaces for people to connect, unwind, and enjoy. Every project is built with one goal in mind: deliver an exceptional client experience for the owner, so they in turn can deliver outstanding experiences to their guests. Swinerton's Charlotte team has recently delivered two cornerstone restaurant concepts that required careful coordination to bring the owners' visions to life: Antagonist Coffee & Cocktail Bar and Market on Morehead. As one of the nation's top hospitality builders, Swinerton specializes in creating memorable spaces for people to connect, unwind, and enjoy. Every project is built with one goal in mind: deliver an exceptional client experience for the owner, so they in turn can deliver outstanding experiences to their guests. Swinerton's Charlotte team has recently delivered two cornerstone restaurant concepts that required careful coordination to bring the owners' visions to life: Antagonist Coffee & Cocktail Bar and Market on Morehead. Antagonist, as it's also known, is a dual-concept space designed to evolve throughout the day. In the morning and afternoon, it functions as a specialty coffee shop. In the evening, the space transforms into an intimate, phone-free cocktail bar encouraging guests to be fully present without digital distractions. Developed by Protagonist Beer founders Mike and Kristin Salzarulo, the concept emphasizes intentional service and meaningful guest interaction. "Every detail, from seating layouts to service style, is designed to foster connection, conversation, and a sense of shared experience among guests," explains Mike. Antagonist's design incorporates portraits of iconic pop culture "bad guys" to reinforce the venue's distinctive identity - directly contrasting with Protagonist Beer. The space blends warmth and sophistication through cozy banquette seating, an illuminated glass bar, custom hanging planters, beamed wooden ceilings, and extensive millwork. Key elements of the project included acoustic ceiling tiles and specialty finishes - which Swinerton leveraged its self-perform concrete, drywall, framing, and installation capabilities to complete. This venue marks the second collaboration with the founders, after Tipsy Pickle, an adaptive reuse "eater-tainment" pickleball facility. Swinerton also recently completed Market on Morehead, the newest culinary and entertainment anchor along Charlotte's distinctive Rail Trail. The expansive, adaptable dining concept accommodates up to 400 guests and features a sunken dining area with custom banquettes, a double-sided bar, and a patio complete with a pergola and 25-foot LED display. "Market on Morehead is Charlotte's complete destination for unique twists on classic American fare, creative concoctions, and laid-back entertainment," explains co-owner and restauranteur Josh Willoughby. Upon entry, guests encounter a central water feature that leads into a vibrant interior defined by coffered ceilings, bold tilework, and mirrored and folding glass walls that allow flexible configurations for private dining. The dog-friendly patio includes a closeable louvered roof, built in heaters, misters, and retractable side screens that shield against wind and rain, creating a semi-climate-controlled space guests can enjoy comfortably year-round. "For Market on Morehead, thoughtful scheduling and communication were essential to keeping the surrounding businesses running smoothly while maintaining our stringent construction pace," says Thomas Ivy, Project Executive for Swinerton's Carolinas division. To achieve the signature sunken dining room, Swinerton excavated three feet into the existing slab across a 1,100-square-foot footprint - an effort that worked with the building's existing low ceiling to create an open, bistro-style environment. Its in-house trade crews constructed performance stages for live music and community programming and completed door installations, concrete trench pour backs, and several specialty finish elements, demonstrating the flexibility and scalability of Swinerton's trade experience. Top-Ranked Hospitality Builder Through a steadfast commitment to quality and a community-focused approach, Swinerton continues to deliver spaces that bring people together and elevate the dining experience across its markets. Ranked among the nation's top five restaurant construction firms by Building Design + Construction, Swinerton continues to expand its hospitality footprint across the Carolinas. Market on Morehead and Antagonist join other successful Swinerton hospitality projects in the Southeast including Tipsy Pickle, North Carolina's first STK Steakhouse, the Triangle's first Emmy Squared in Durham, and multiple Rare Roots Hospitality concepts - including Chapter 6, Fin + Fino, and Joan's Bakery.
Swinerton names Brian McFarlane to lead Dallas healthcare operations. Construction Owners Editorial Team Announcements Highlights. * Swinerton has appointed Brian McFarlane as director of healthcare for its Dallas division. * McFarlane brings more than 30 years of experience in healthcare design, strategy and market leadership. * The appointment strengthens Swinerton's healthcare leadership in the Texas market. * The role will support healthcare construction activity and business development across the Dallas division. Healthcare construction requires specialized knowledge of clinical environments, project planning and owner requirements, making experienced sector leadership an important consideration for contractors expanding in regional markets. Swinerton has appointed Brian McFarlane as director of healthcare for its Dallas division, adding a veteran healthcare professional to its Texas operations. McFarlane takes Dallas healthcare role. McFarlane brings more than three decades of experience spanning healthcare design, strategic planning and market leadership. In his new position, he will oversee healthcare-related activities for Swinerton's Dallas division and contribute to the division's continued development in the sector. The appointment places dedicated healthcare leadership within Swinerton's Dallas operation as healthcare owners continue to manage complex capital programs involving clinical facilities, renovations and specialized building systems. McFarlane's background is focused on healthcare, providing experience relevant to projects where construction teams must coordinate closely with owners, designers and facility stakeholders. Texas healthcare construction focus. Swinerton's Dallas division serves the Texas market, where healthcare construction represents a specialized segment requiring coordination around active facilities, technical infrastructure and operational requirements. Adding sector-specific leadership can help construction organizations align estimating, project planning and market strategy with the requirements of healthcare clients. McFarlane's experience in design and strategy also brings a preconstruction perspective to the division's healthcare operations. The appointment comes as healthcare owners continue to invest in facilities that require specialized construction expertise, including new development and improvements to existing properties. Industry significance. For healthcare owners and contractors, specialized leadership can be particularly relevant when projects involve complex clinical environments and coordination between design, construction and facility operations. Swinerton's decision to place an experienced healthcare professional in its Dallas division signals a focused approach to serving healthcare projects in Texas. McFarlane's more than 30 years of sector experience provides the division with dedicated expertise as it pursues healthcare construction opportunities in the regional market.
Swinerton Builders joins Salvage Yard with new office space. August 21, 2026 JLL facilitates 10,180-square-foot lease at adaptive reuse mixed-use development. JLL today announced that Swinerton Builders (Swinerton) has signed a 10,180-square-foot lease at Salvage Yard at Raleigh Iron Works, Grubb Ventures' adaptive reuse and mixed-use development. The lease reflects Swinerton's continued growth in Raleigh and supports the expansion of the firm's local team. Swinerton will move into the new office in Q2 2027. JLL Senior Managing Directors Matt Winters and Michael Sharapata and Senior Associate Seton Sloan represented Swinerton in the transaction. Founded in 1888, Swinerton provides commercial construction, construction management and design-build services nationwide. With offices throughout the country, the firm has built a strong track record of delivering projects across the Southeast. The new office at Salvage Yard will provide a central location for the firm to strengthen client relationships and support its construction project pipeline in Raleigh. "As companies continue to seek workspaces that support their teams and reflect their culture, mixed-use destinations like Salvage Yard offer the engaging location and amenities that today's tenants look for," said JLL's Sloan. "Swinerton's new office space is also a great sign for the market as we continue to see an increase in contractors and builders themselves investing in Raleigh's long-term growth." Salvage Yard consists of three reimagined warehouses totalling 104,844 square feet of retail, restaurant, creative and fitness space. Drawing on the site's industrial character, the property incorporates open-air entries, exposed trusses and expansive landscaped outdoor areas that create a vibrant destination. A few notable retailers include Triangle Rock Club, NOCO Beverage, Cannonball Music Hall, Peach Lab and Lewis Barbeque coming soon. "Selecting Salvage Yard was about finding a workplace that supports our employee-owners, clients and project partners," shared Swinerton Division Manager Kevin Smith. "The property's unique character, access to amenities and central location within Raleigh made it a natural fit for our team." Salvage Yard sits within Raleigh's Iron District at 2316 Atlantic Avenue, five minutes from major retail and dining destinations, including Midtown East Shopping Center, Holly Park Shopping Center, McNeil Pointe, East End Market and Dock 1053, and less than ten minutes from Downtown Raleigh. The property also provides direct access to the Crabtree Creek Trail, offering Swinerton employees convenient access to Raleigh's network of trails and outdoor amenities. According to JLL's Q2 Raleigh-Durham Office Report, net absorption reached nearly 660,000 square feet in the second quarter, the strongest quarterly showing in two years. With no new office space under development and availability continuing to compress, the market's trajectory increasingly favors landlords in well-located, higher-quality assets. For more news, videos and research resources, please visit JLL's newsroom. JLL (NYSE:JLL) is a leading global commercial real estate services and investment management company with annual revenue of $26.1 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 112,000 as of June 30, 2026. For over 200 years, clients have trusted JLL, a Fortune 500(R) company, to help them confidently buy, build, occupy, manage and invest across a variety of industries and property types, including office, industrial, hotel, multi-family, retail and data center properties. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. Powered by rich global datasets and leading technology capabilities, we provide coordinated, end-to-end delivery of real estate services for a broad range of global clients who represent a wide variety of industries. Through LaSalle Investment Management, we invest for clients on a global basis in both private assets and publicly traded real estate securities. For further information, visit jll.com. About Salvage Yard Part of Grubb Ventures' Raleigh Iron Works development, Salvage Yard transforms three reimagined warehouses totaling 104,844 square feet into a dynamic destination for retail, dining, entertainment, and recreation. The adaptive reuse project blends the character of the original industrial structures with open-air entries, exposed trusses, and expansive landscaped outdoor spaces, creating a distinctive environment designed for gathering and connection. Salvage Yard is home to Triangle Rock Club's Raleigh Campus, Bond Brothers' newest concept NOCO, Peach Lab, Cannonball Music Hall, and Tilden's Car Care, with Curator's Beauty and Lewis Barbecue joining the destination in 2027. About Swinerton Builders Swinerton Builders (Swinerton) provides commercial construction, construction management, design-build, and self-perform services throughout the United States. Founded in 1888, Swinerton is 100% employee-owned and is the preferred builder and trusted partner in every market it serves - proudly leading with ownership, integrity, leadership, passion and excellence. Swinerton has 24 nationwide offices in Spokane and Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Boise, ID; Sacramento, Fairfield, Fresno, Concord, San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Clara, Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and San Diego, CA; Honolulu and Maui, HI; Denver, CO; Dallas and Austin, TX; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte and Raleigh, NC; Summit, NJ and New York, NY. For more information, please visit swinerton.com.
CONSTRUCTION: Cramp, Holley, Gutierrez and Villacorta. August 17, 2026 David Cramp has been promoted to Vice President and Division Manager, K-14 Education - Southern California at Swinerton Builders. As Southern California Director of Education, Cramp helped expand the firm's education portfolio while supporting the delivery of educational facilities and student housing projects throughout California. With more than 30 years of industry experience, including two decades at Swinerton, he will lead the company's K-14 education strategy across the region.Education: University of California (Santa Barbara), Bachelor's Degree Brian Holley has been promoted to Vice President and Division Manager, Healthcare - Southern California at Swinerton Builders. A healthcare planning, design and construction specialist with nearly three decades of experience, Holley has helped grow Swinerton's healthcare practice across California, leading work for hospital systems, outpatient facilities and specialized healthcare environments. As Division Manager, he will help guide the firm's continued healthcare growth throughout Southern California. Education: University of Phoenix, MBA and Colorado State University, Bachelor's Degree Tony Gutierrez has been promoted to Field Operations Manager of Swinerton Builders' Orange County/Los Angeles division. During his 19 years with Swinerton, Gutierrez has helped lead field operations on major aviation projects at Los Angeles International Airport, Long Beach Airport, John Wayne Airport and Palm Springs International Airport. With more than 23 years of industry experience, he will oversee field execution, safety and operational performance across the division. Education: University of Southern California, Master's Degree and Bachelor's Degree Carlos Villacorta has been promoted to Market Sector Leader - Aviation at Swinerton Builders. Since joining the company in 2008, Villacorta has helped expand Swinerton's aviation presence across Southern California through long-standing client relationships and successful project delivery. His experience includes major aviation work at Los Angeles International Airport and other landmark developments throughout the region. As Market Sector Leader, he will help guide Swinerton's aviation growth strategy while strengthening client and industry partnerships. Education: University of Southern California, Bachelor's Degree