Director of Human Resoures

About Techno

Techno Consult, Inc. (Techno) is a leading Engineering and Construction Management firm, certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) since 2001. With expertise in various sectors including water/wastewater treatment, mass transit, transportation, and infrastructure, we serve prestigious clients like the NYCDDC, NYCDEP and PANYNJ. Our team is dedicated to ensuring Total Quality Management (TQM) for every project, delivering excellence in planning, design, procurement, and execution. We're rapidly expanding, with offices in Princeton, NYC, Massachusetts, Washington, Baltimore, and beyond, actively pursuing CM service opportunities in collaboration with entities like the City of Baltimore DPW, WSSC, and DC Water. Join us as we redefine excellence in engineering and construction management, shaping tomorrow's infrastructure landscape.

About the role

Techno is hiring its first-ever Director of Human Resources—a pivotal leadership role responsible for building and leading our HR function from the ground up. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will design and operationalize the people systems, policies, and practices that power our business—across compliance, onboarding, workforce planning, and people management.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR leader to create a best-in-class HR function that’s process-driven, compliant, and built to scale. You’ll bring modern tools, operational rigor, and strategic foresight to a fast-growing, project-based environment.

What you'll do

HR Strategy & Leadership

●      Establish and lead the HR function with a focus on process design, compliance, and scalability

●      Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent infrastructure

●      Build company-wide HR policies and governance aligned with business goals and regulatory standards

Compliance & Risk Management

●      Ensure compliance with labor laws and HR regulations across all active states (e.g., NY, NJ, MA, MD)

●      Maintain up-to-date employee handbooks, job classifications, and documentation practices

●      Manage all reporting requirements, internal audits, and investigations

●      Track and respond to regulatory changes affecting the AEC industry

HR Operations & Systems

●      Own management of modern HRIS platforms such as Rippling, including employee records, time tracking, benefits, and payroll integrations

●      Streamline and document HR workflows to ensure operational efficiency and data integrity

●      Coordinate with payroll and finance for seamless processing of compensation, deductions, and compliance reporting

Employee Onboarding & Experience

●      Design and lead a comprehensive onboarding program that sets up new hires for long-term success

●      Establish consistent onboarding processes for both corporate and field/project-based roles

●      Improve employee experience touchpoints—from pre-hire to offboarding—ensuring clarity, compliance, and engagement throughout the employee lifecycle

●      Serve as the point of contact for employee inquiries, HR escalations, and lifecycle questions

People Management Best Practices

●      Develop scalable frameworks for performance management, goal setting, and feedback across departments

●      Partner with leadership to support management capability-building, including training on policies, evaluations, and employee relations

●      Create career pathways and role structures that support internal mobility and retention

●      Set foundational people operations practices that support future scale (e.g., job architecture, level definitions, compensation bands)

Workforce Planning & Organizational Structure

●      Collaborate with project and operations teams to build workforce plans that align with project needs and timelines

●      Maintain org charts, headcount planning tools, and resource tracking processes

• Standardize job descriptions and align job families across roles and departments
  
  

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of HR experience, with a focus on compliance, operations, and HR systems in a growing business
• Prior experience in the engineering, construction, or AEC industry highly preferred
• Proven ability to build HR functions, systems, and scalable processes from the ground up
• Expertise in multi-state employment law compliance, including NY, NJ, MD, and MA
• Hands-on experience with modern HRIS platforms like Rippling, or comparable systems (e.g., BambooHR, Gusto)
• Strong documentation, analytical, and organizational skills
• Executive presence and communication skills—you’ll work directly with senior leadership and represent HR at the highest levels
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR) is a plus

Join us as we redefine excellence in engineering and construction management, shaping tomorrow's infrastructure landscape with innovation and precision. As a trusted leader in engineering and construction management, we take immense pride in our role as a driving force within the industry. At Techno, we're not just building projects; we are the visionaries of tomorrow's infrastructure. Join our team and be a part of the transformative journey towards sustainable, resilient, and efficient infrastructure solutions.

We offer not only a competitive salary but also a robust benefits package including enrollment in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan, comprehensive dental, health, and vision insurance coverage, as well as life insurance. Furthermore, employees are eligible for paid time off and the opportunity to earn bonus incentives.

Techno is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Furthermore, we believe in each person's potential, and we are committed to developing an environment where everyone can thrive. We'll actively support you in realizing your full potential and achieving your goals.