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Ardurra · 1 day ago

HR Operations Manager

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Ardurra is a growing engineering firm that focuses on impactful projects in various sectors including water and transportation. The HR Operations Manager will be responsible for optimizing HR systems, driving data-informed decision-making, and ensuring compliance across the employee lifecycle while leading a high-performing HR Operations team.

Civil Engineering

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Manage and optimize HR operational processes, including employee onboarding, performance management, benefits administration, reporting, and dashboards for HR stakeholders

Ensure compliance with labor regulations and internal policies

Lead the strategy, implementation, and optimization of HRIS platforms & systems

Ensure system integrity, data accuracy, and compliance with data privacy regulations

Manage vendor relationships and coordinate system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements. Develop intuitive dashboards and self-service tools for HR and business leaders

Deliver actionable insights through people analytics to support workforce planning, talent management, and organizational effectiveness

Own the development of standardized and ad hoc HR reports, including headcount, turnover, engagement, and compensation metrics

Ensure data governance and consistency across all HR data sources

Translate complex data into clear, strategic recommendations for HR and executive leadership

Ensure HR operations comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Maintain documentation and audit readiness for internal and external compliance reviews

Partner with Legal and Risk teams to proactively identify and mitigate HR-related risks

Monitor regulatory changes and update policies and procedures accordingly

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and employee experience

Lead automation initiatives across HR operations, leveraging technology to reduce manual work and improve accuracy

Apply continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to streamline workflows and eliminate redundancies

Champion a culture of innovation and operational excellence within the HR team

Lead HR operational integration efforts during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures

Assess and align systems, processes, and data across acquired entities

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition and consistent employee experience

Develop scalable solutions to support rapid growth and organizational change

Lead and develop a high-performing HR Operations team

Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Employee Relations, and other HR functions to ensure seamless service delivery

Serve as a key liaison between HR, Finance, IT, and other departments for systems and data-related initiatives

Qualification

HRIS platformsData analytics toolsEmployment lawProcess optimizationPeople analyticsCoaching skillsProject managementCommunication skillsRelationship buildingConflict resolutionTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in HR operations or HRIS leadership

Proven experience with HRIS platforms and data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Visier)

Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance standards, and HR best practices

Experience with automation tools and process optimization methodologies

Advanced knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, organizational development principles, and business strategy alignment

Excellent relationship building, consulting, conflict resolution, coaching skills, and delivering business-focused HR solutions

Ability to analyze workforce data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations that support business objectives

Experience in a fast-paced, matrixed organization

Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills

Ability to influence and drive change across diverse stakeholder groups