Workforce Engagement & Development Manager

The Workforce Engagement & Development Manager (WEDM) is a field-embedded leadership role that fuses hands-on workforce management with strategic people development — without the administrative overhead or perception of a traditional HR function. Positioned as the critical link between day-to-day project execution and executive strategy, the WEDM owns the morale, training, and readiness of a dedicated cohort of 100 field employees. This person is visible on-site, trusted by crews, and credible in front of directors and executives — translating what is happening in the field into decisions and investments that keep projects staffed, skilled, and running smoothly. The ideal candidate blends field operations experience with people-development instincts to eliminate friction before it becomes attrition, downtime, or compliance risk.

Key Responsibilities
1. Workforce Morale & Employee Relations (50%)

• • Experience: 3–5 years of combined experience in field operations (scheduling, dispatch, supervision) and people management or employee relations.

  • Industry Background: Experience in construction, electrical, industrial, or technical trades environments strongly preferred.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or equivalent field experience. PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP is a plus, not required.

  • Core Skills: Strong conflict de-escalation and coaching skills, comfort communicating with executives, working knowledge of Workforce Management Systems (WMS) and HRIS platforms, and bilingual ability a plus depending on site demographics.