Executive Director of People Experience - Phoenix - Govig & Associates

Description

Are you ready to shape the people experience at a 100% employee-owned General Contractor where culture and ownership drive everything? If you're a strategic HR visionary who thrives on aligning people strategy with business transformation and wants to make a lasting impact in a value-driven, innovative company, this is your opportunity to build something extraordinary

Govig – #1 full-service recruiting firm, your access to the best opportunities available, is looking for an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE EXPERIENCE for a commercial General Contractor located in Phoenix, Arizona.

ABOUT THE COMPANY. Our client is a 100% employee-owned construction leader celebrating 75 years of industry excellence. With projects across Arizona, California, Iowa, and Texas, they deliver innovative solutions in general contracting, construction management, development, and facilities management. Recognized nationally by ENR as a Best of the Best firm and consistently ranked among top workplaces, this organization combines deep expertise with a people-first culture rooted in ownership, accountability, and community impact.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY. The Executive Director of People Experience is responsible for driving and directing all functions of the People Experience department, including but not limited to strategic planning, policies, benefits, wellness, compensation, retention, leadership development, and employee relations. This role collaborates across the corporation and operating companies to align people strategies, annual business plans, values, and operational goals ensuring consistency while respecting operating company needs and realities. Responsibilities will include:

Strategic Collaboration

• Collaborate with executive leadership to guide, develop, and implement strategies that align with the organization's 10-year vision, 5-year strategic plan, and annual business plans and foster a positive people experience.
• Serve as a strategic partner to operating company Presidents and leadership teams, providing guidance and alignment on people strategy, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and organizational health.

Leadership, Direction, and Navigation

• Direct and lead the People Experience function ensuring that projects developed and services provided to stakeholders are effective, cohesive, and consistent with the organization's strategic objectives, best practices, and legal requirements.
• Provide leadership consultation on all personnel matters including, but not limited to, employee relations, recruitment, retention, compensation, immigration, leadership effectiveness, and performance management.

Employee Benefits and Wellness

• Oversee and support the management and development of employee benefits and wellness programs to promote employee health and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with insurance providers and third-party vendors to design comprehensive and competitive benefits packages.

Performance Management, Training and Development

• Lead the development of the performance management process and employee training in collaboration with the operating companies.
• Implement innovative training methodologies, including e-learning platforms, lunch and learns, and in-person sessions, to enhance engagement and effectiveness across managers.

Legal Compliance

• Identify and mitigate HR-related risks to the organization and coordinate with internal general counsel and outside counsel when necessary to resolve conflicts and limit company exposure.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations, compliance, employment laws, and best practices within Human Resources.

Compensation

• In collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, lead the management and coordination of an external, independent compensation analysis.
• Partner with the Chief Executive Office, and leadership to develop a compensation philosophy that provides a structure and framework to guide compensation decisions to ensure fair, equitable, competitive, and consistent decision-making.

Technology Integration

• Oversees the exploration and integration of technology solutions to streamline processes and enhance the people experience.
• Collaborate with the operating companies, Finance and IT departments to develop and maintain the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

WHAT YOU NEED. To be successful in this role the Executive Director of People Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human Resources, Psychology, or Business Management.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources roles.
• Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in providing strategic leadership and vision to drive corporate initiatives and enhance the people experience.
• In-depth knowledge of employee development processes, including recruiting, onboarding, employee and management training, and professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with the leadership team, operating companies, and cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, alignment, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, evolving industry trends, and corporate priorities.

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