LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939

Lehman-Roberts, a Granite Company, has been a part of the fabric of Memphis for more than 85 years. We are dedicated to the manufacturing and placement of quality hot mix asphalt along with surface mining of aggregates from our sister company Memphis Stone & Gravel. Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement, and relationships. With manufacturing facilities located throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, we specialize in asphalt production and construction projects ranging from commercial projects to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South.

General Summary

This role oversees regional recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compensation, training and development, talent management, and labor relations to ensure alignment with the company’s HR goals and encourage employee engagement. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the position serves the southeast aggregate, asphalt, and paving operations of Lehman-Roberts, Dickerson & Bowen, and Memphis Stone & Gravel.

Essential Job Accountabilities 

Lead the region’s human resources functions by consulting, guiding, and educating management and employees on best human resource practices to ensure increased commitment in attaining the company’s strategic objectives.

Communicate and provide guidance on various federal and state laws affecting hiring, retention, corrective coaching, and termination processes to minimize litigation and protect the interests of employees and the company.

Act as a liaison between the corporate office and the field in communicating and educating about policies/ procedures, new program rollouts, leave administration and EEO to ensure understanding, compliance, accurate processing and reporting.

Coach and train line managers on HR practices and procedures regarding employee relations including assisting supervisors in terminations, coordinating the Employee Dispute Resolution Program, conducting internal investigations and recommending solutions regarding complaints to ensure employees are treated fairly as well as compliance with company policy.

Assist the regional management teams in identifying and developing the talent that will provide a competitive skill advantage and ensure that current and future business needs are met.  

Guide, train, and coach employees and managers on performance management to conduct effective performance reviews, identify and reward employee success, provide advancement opportunities and establish a high-performance culture.

Support, advise, and partner with management on human resources programs and policies which strengthen Granite’s competitive advantage and ensures recognition as the Employer of Choice.

Comply, understand, and promote corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment. 

Guide, train, and coach employees and managers on performance management to conduct effective performance reviews, identify and reward employee success, provide advancement opportunities and establish a high-performance culture 

Education 

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent relevant work experience 

PHR certification desired 

 
Work Experience 

A minimum of five years' experience as a human resources generalist is required.

At least five years' experience in employee relations is required.

Demonstrated proficiency and prior experience with Workday is highly preferred.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities 

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and personal information of employees. 

Ability to cultivate high trust, professional, and respectful relationships with all employees to ensure the highest level of effectiveness as an HR professional. 

Ability to take initiative, work autonomously and drive projects forward  

Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) 

Knowledge of HR regulations and laws including ADA, FMLA, EEO, Labor Unions, FLSA 

Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information. 

Ability to meet deadlines. 

Public speaking and presentation skills a must. 

Sense of urgency 

Leadership skills to promote and influence a positive work environment. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Additional Requirements/Skills 

Ability to Travel  

Valid driver’s license and ability to drive 

Team player 

What can Lehman-Roberts Co do for you?

Working at Lehman-Roberts means being part of our community to build a future while respecting our core values...

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for a company that will give you the experience needed to build your career?Would you like to learn and work with some of the best experts in the field?Do you feel a sense of pride knowing a project is built well with safety in mind?

 We have committed to leading the highway construction and aggregate industries by rewarding our most valuable resource... our employees!  Our benefits include:

Paid Vacations/ HolidaysMedical/ Dental/ Vision/ Life Insurance401K w/ Company Match and Profit SharingFlexible Spending AccountAdditional Voluntary Life Insurance and Disability

 

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Lehman-Roberts Company and/or the Memphis Stone & Gravel Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing.

 

It is the policy of Lehman-Roberts Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.