We are looking for a DEI and HR Project Manager, who will play a critical role in the success of our company-wide DEI and HR strategy by driving key DEI and HR projects that have a direct impact on our organizational success and employee experience. In this role, you will have direct responsibility for managing DEI and various HR related projects and initiatives. You will work under the guidance of the Sr. Director, Diversity, and Inclusion to support the advancement of BC’s Balance & Belonging strategy and HR initiatives.
Detailed Description:
You will play a critical role in the implementation and management of companywide Balance and Belonging programs, projects, and initiatives, as well as supporting various HR projects. In this role, you will have direct responsibility for BC’s Employee Network Groups and lead diverse projects and initiatives. You will work closely with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to develop project plans, coordinate resources, and ensure successful project outcomes. This position requires a blend of project management expertise, and a understanding of HR functions to drive initiatives that support our organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be an experienced project manager who is highly organized and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
This position has the potential to work virtually and can be filled near any BC office with a preference of Denver, CO or San Diego, CA.
What you will do:
- Manage the implementation and lifecycle of programs and initiatives that supports BC’s DEI and HR strategy. Contribute to creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Contribute to the success of the DEI and HR strategy by partnering closely with the HR Leadership Team and DEI stakeholders leveraging synergies and ensuring strategy alignment.
- Develop detailed project plans for DEI and various HR initiatives, ensuring clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables. Collaborate with various teams and stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and support for DEI and HR projects as assigned.
- Manage and coordinate all activities leading to the successful completion of DEI and various HR related projects including project scoping, timeline, and resources. Develop and maintain project parameters for project requirements.
- This individual partners with communications and change management to promote employee adoption and support BC’s purpose. Work in alignment with company-wide communications efforts.
- Ensure BC Employee Network Groups (ENGs) are aligned with the D&I strategy by serving as advisor to ENGs and providing oversight, administrative and tactical support.
- Support D&I comms strategy through presentation development to advance awareness of key diversity programs and initiatives and to demonstrate the business impact.
- Ensure D&I internal site and diversity-related content on our external website is up to date with current messaging.
- Display effective organization, project management and communication skills, and regularly manage multiple priorities.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of project management, program management, or change management experience required
- Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to lead complex projects from inception to completion required
- Experience creating and managing project plans to support effective implementation of programs and initiatives required
- Experience coordinating events, managing logistics, identifying speakers, and developing agendas/materials required
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is highly regarded, reflecting a commitment to project management excellence. PMP certification preferred.
- Prior HR experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business, or related degree - preferred
- Relevant D&I experience includes but not limited to:
- Interaction with Employee Resource Groups with an understanding as to how they function
- Demonstrated experience in the development of D&I related programming and materials
- Demonstrated knowledge of current best practices and trends in diversity and inclusion, including familiarity with key concepts (e.g., cultural competence, unconscious bias, etc.) Practical experience designing and/or implementing D&I programs preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize working in a fast-paced project environment
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- MS Project skills are a plus
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A:
Salary $94,000- $120,000
Location B:
Salary $103,000 -$130,000
Location C:
Salary $113,000 -$140,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, Calif., Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
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