Full-Time
Regional People Practices Leader
Posted on 5/9/2026
DPR Family of Companies
5,001-10,000 employees
Self-performing GC/CM for complex facilities
Compensation Overview
$225k - $325k/yr
Newport Beach, CA, USA + 3 more
More locations: Pasadena, CA, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | San Diego, CA, USA
In Person
 People & HR (1) |
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- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
- Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working within a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
- Medium Travel is Expected, approximately 25% to 50% travel throughout the year.
- Leading and managing a team of individuals which providing services across the region. Team includes directly managed employees as well as matrixed employees who are a part of the extended PP organization.
- Aligning PP team to company and local business objectives
- Enhancing PP team performance
- Ensuring team is focused, and executing, key people practices responsibilities (Recruit, Retain and Develop)
- Representative for all of People Practices to the region. A representative of the region to all of People Practices. A primary facilitator/curator across regional, business unit, leaders, managers and employees.
- Primary facilitator of ‘1DPR’, ensuring local and regional People Practices execution of services for both our Admin and Craft employee populations.
- Implementing strategies of the PP COEs including Talent Acquisition, Talent and Learning, Total Rewards, Employer Risk& Employee Relations, Employee Experience and Organizational Effectiveness
- Curating employee experiences that meet the business needs while also accelerating key DPR People Practices strategies.
- Facilitating key employee experiences which require interplay with People Practices team members with other leaders/groups within the region, business units and projects (eg – College Recruitment, Recruiters with Hiring Managers, Training and Development programming, etc.)
- Accountable for orientation and onboarding processes
- Managing and resolving complex employee relations matters and events
- Acting as primary COE and PP Operational Services input and feedback mechanism from the region on design, best practices, policies/processes and products/services.
- Providing best practices in execution of People Practices initiatives while also accelerating adoption of best practices from other regions
- Primary Facilitator/Leader of key threads within the People Practices vision including mental health and wellbeing, inclusion and belonging, pay and experiential equity
- Acting as primary point person and advisor for organizational changes, culture management and facilitating desired change within the region.
- Coordinates, manages and facilitates consultants/facilitators in the people and organizational space(s).
- Lead sponsor and at times lead facilitator for leadership and cultural and onboarding programming. One of the region’s cultural ambassadors.
- Primary leader in facilitation and oversight of succession planning within the region including direct designing of succession plans, overseeing transitions ensuring development activities are in place and resources.
- Leading key talent and employee development processes, including oversight and facilitation of performance management and talent reviews within the region.
- Monitoring, sponsoring and ensuring good facilitation/participation/design of training and development programs within the region.
- Data analysis of trends and metrics in partnership with PP COE Leads and PP Operational Services
- Consulting and guiding regional leadership on PP strategies and objectives
- Provides a framework for a regional and BU-specific PP/Workforce strategy
- Works closely with regional leaders in developing/facilitating people strategies directly associated with the growth and management of the operation. From mobilization, talent acquisition, diversity representation to development.
- Assesses employee survey indices (eg – Belonging, Engagement, Empowerment, etc.) and ensures changes are put into place to close gaps and/or capitalize on key organizational strengths.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration/management, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field is preferred.
- Strong background/experience (10 years) across the multiple functions within Human Resources, Employee Relations, Total Rewards, Business Partnering, Organizational and Team Development, DEI, Learning and Talent Development, Talent Management and Strategic Planning is highly preferred.
- PHR, SPHR and/or SHRM CP certifications are preferred and continued development in the field is expected.
- ICF Coaching Certification is a plus
- Construction industry experience is a plus
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong experience/familiarity with HCM Platforms (eg - Workday) and Workforce Analytics tools (eg – PowerBI and Qualtrics)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
- Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working within a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
- Medium Travel is Expected, approximately 25% to 50% travel throughout the year.
DPR Construction is a self-performing general contractor and construction manager that builds technically complex, sustainable facilities for advanced technology/mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. It delivers projects through in-house trades and professional project management, coordinating design, procurement, and on-site execution to complete large-scale new builds and tenant improvements on schedule and to spec. It stands out by its self-performing capabilities, track record on demanding projects across multiple sectors, focus on sustainability, and a global office footprint, along with recognition as a top employer. Its goal is to Exist to Build Great Things, delivering high-quality, reliable construction outcomes for mission-critical and complex facilities.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Redwood City, California
Founded
1990
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Silicon Valley HQ prefabrication boosts safety, productivity, targeting LEED Gold by 2026.
- Richmond office expansion integrates teams, scaling for Central Virginia demand since 1996.
- UConn hires DPR for $99.4M Gampel Pavilion Phase 1, completing November 2026.
What critics are saying
- Labor shortages of 546,000 workers delay DPR projects nationwide through 2026.
- Permitting delays in Central Virginia slow DPR against Hourigan Construction in 6-12 months.
- Material tariffs inflate prefab costs, eroding DPR margins in 12-18 months.
What makes DPR Family of Companies unique
- DPR self-performs complex projects in advanced tech, life sciences, and healthcare markets.
- DPR integrates Family of Companies like OES Equipment and EIG Electrical Systems for seamless delivery.
- DPR leverages prefabrication facilities in Santa Clara and North Carolina for superior quality control.
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Building possibility, proving impact: how DPR and Girls Inc. shape futures that are Strong, Smart & Bold. DPR Construction's partnership with Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey illustrates what happens when a global builder commits not only to constructing innovative facilities, but also to building pathways that are grounded in evidence, strengthened through mentorship, and centered on expanding what girls believe is possible. Their collaboration demonstrates that when skills-based volunteering, career immersion, and pro-girl environments intersect, girls have the tools to build their own futures. DPR Construction doesn't just build facilities - they build futures. DPR's national commitment to trust-based philanthropy is reflected through its Foundation, which distributes more than $2 million annually to youth-serving organizations. Locally, DPR was recently recognized as a 2026 Partner in Philanthropy for its deep engagement with Girls Inc. Of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey and measurable community impact. DPR's Global Social Responsibility program has a strong focus on career and education guidance for youth, providing paid internships for high schoolers and planning engaging career days for bigger groups. The alignment between DPR and Girls Inc. is natural. Girls Inc.'s research-based model is proven to strengthen academic engagement, leadership development, and long-term success, and DPR's community impact initiatives are working to address the goal of introducing young people to careers in their industry. An early supporter of the Strong, Smart & Bold Celebration, DPR's engagement with Girls Inc. has evolved into hands-on service that strengthens both the physical environment and opportunities available to girls. When DPR donated their labor and expertise to renovate Girls Inc.'s office and programming suite, they helped create a safer, more functional, and more welcoming space - precisely the kind of environment that correlates with higher levels of trust, engagement, and support in the Strong, Smart & Bold Outcomes Survey. One of the most transformative expansions of this partnership occurred with the launch of Design & Build Camp in 2025. DPR provided funding for essential PPE, curriculum guidance, and two immersive days on one of Philadelphia's most ambitious construction sites: the Roberts Children's Health expansion at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, a 26-story facility built in partnership with LF Driscoll. Exposure to work like this is especially significant because middle-school girls' confidence and participation in STEM often decline sharply, and recent assessments show that the gender gaps in math and science achievement have widened again after the pandemic. At the same time, aptitude-based studies show that many girls possess natural strengths relevant to fields like architecture, construction, and engineering - they've simply never been exposed to them. DPR shows up not just as a sponsor, but as a true partner in its mission. Beyond early exposure, DPR's mentorship continues through their participation in Project Accelerate, Girls Inc.'s national career readiness initiative that has already reached more than 5,900 young women across the network. DPR hosts interns, provides real-world experience, and supports young women during the critical transition from high school to college and careers. One powerful example is Imani, whose DPR internship became a turning point in her post-secondary path. When she stepped onto a DPR project site for the first time, she later shared it was the moment she realized engineering was not only for "someone else," but for her. Today, Imani is studying civil engineering at Howard University. This work sits within a broader labor-market reality: women remain significantly underrepresented in construction, making up only 11.2% of the workforce as of 2024 - the highest share in two decades yet still disproportionately low. In skilled trades roles, the gap is even wider, with women representing just about 4% of workers. For the company's sustained commitment, transformative mentorship, skills-based service, and measurable impact - Girls Inc. will proudly honor DPR Construction as the 2026 Champion for Girls at the 24th Annual Strong, Smart & Bold Celebration on April 23, 2026. This honor reflects DPR's extraordinary dedication and the profound difference they make alongside the girls Girls, Inc. serve. DPR is extraordinary - this honor reflects the futures they help its girls build. As Girls, Inc. prepare to celebrate this remarkable partnership, Girls, Inc. invite its community to join Girls, Inc. in honoring the work, the impact, and the shared belief in a world where every girl can grow up strong, smart, and boldly in charge of her own story.
DPR Construction has opened a new 113,702-square-foot headquarters in Santa Clara, California, consolidating its administrative, craft and fabrication teams under one roof. The facility includes 68,160 square feet of office space and a 45,542-square-foot Prefabrication Assembly Facility. The new campus houses self-perform teams for drywall, finish carpentry, architectural concrete, roofing and building envelopes. The prefabrication lab allows building components to be preassembled in a controlled environment using virtual design and construction tools, aiming to improve safety, quality and productivity whilst reducing schedule risk. The move marks DPR's continued investment in prefabrication following its 2021 research facility in North Carolina. All employees will have equal access to workspaces and amenities, breaking down traditional barriers between office and craft workers.
SPR Construction has secured INR 750 crore (approximately $88 million) in investment from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management to accelerate development of SPR City, Chennai's largest integrated township. The funding will expedite completion of two major commercial assets: the Market of India and the Mall of Madras. The investment will unlock value across 3.5 million square feet of commercial space and enable full repayment of existing project debt. The development includes a mall with a six-screen cinema and over 300 branded stores, plus a trade hub with more than 3,000 units serving various sectors. SPR Construction expects the projects to create approximately 35,000 direct jobs and over 100,000 indirect jobs. More than half of the retail space is already pre-leased, positioning the development as a major catalyst for trade and retail growth in Southern India.
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