Kelso Industries · 5 hours ago
Director of Human Resources
Draper, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expKelso Industries is a leading provider of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions with over 3,500 employees across 30 companies. The Director of Human Resources serves as a primary HR Business Partner, providing strategic leadership and oversight to HR managers while aligning people strategies with business priorities and driving organizational effectiveness.
Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)IndustrialMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Serve as the lead HRBP for corporate and shared services functions, partnering directly with executive and functional leaders
Translate business strategies into workforce, organizational design, and talent plans
Coach leaders on performance management, leadership effectiveness, change leadership, and team dynamics
Provide guidance on employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational development
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of regional and divisional HR Managers supporting multiple operating companies
Ensure consistency in HR delivery models, standards, and processes while allowing flexibility for regional business needs
Build HR leadership capability across the organization, elevating the function from transactional support to strategic partnership
Establish clear KPIs and service expectations for field HR support
Partner with senior leadership to design and deploy enterprise-wide HR initiatives, including: Leadership development programs, Talent and succession planning, Compensation and total rewards strategies, Workforce planning and org design, HR analytics and reporting
Lead cross-functional HR projects that support business growth, integration, and operational excellence
Assess organizational structures and workforce capabilities to ensure alignment with strategic growth goals
Lead and support change management initiatives, including integrations, restructures, and process transformations
Drive initiatives that strengthen culture, engagement, and leadership accountability across the enterprise
Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to forecast workforce needs and develop hiring strategies
Champion succession planning and internal mobility across both corporate and operating companies
Ensure strong alignment between talent quality, workforce costs, and business performance
Ensure compliance and operational excellence across core HR disciplines, including: Employment law and policy compliance, Performance management processes, Employee relations, Compensation practices, Workforce data integrity
Act as an escalation point for complex or high-risk employee relations matters
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's or MBA preferred
8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including direct HRBP support to senior leaders
Demonstrated success leading HR teams in multi-site or decentralized organizations
Experience driving HR strategy in a growth-oriented, operationally complex environment
Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and risk mitigation
Proven ability to influence executives and translate business needs into practical people strategies
Experience leading enterprise HR initiatives and cross-functional projects
Strong analytical capability; comfortable using workforce data to inform decisions
Excellent coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Industry experience in construction, skilled trades, field services, or MEP+ environments strongly preferred
Preferred
Experience supporting organizations with multiple operating companies or a holding company structure
Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Workday
Formal training or certification in change management or project management
Experience supporting M&A integration and rapid growth environments
Benefits
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Company
Kelso Industries
Kelso Industries is a conglomeration of market-leading companies and their executives who offer comprehensive HVAC, and plumbing services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$50MKey Investors
Paceline Equity Partners
2023-11-27Private Equity· $50M
Leadership Team
Steve Carroll
CEO and Co-Founder
Greg Gernert
CFO
Recent News
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