Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Location:
Houston, Texas, Headquarters Position Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Human Resources Company Headquarters: Houston, Texas Sendero Industries is a full-service civil contractor headquartered in Houston, Texas specializing in site preparation, earthwork, drainage and utilities for private and public projects throughout the Gulf Coast. We have a 24-year history of successful projects for leading developers, civil engineers and general contractors. We’re known for our reliability, our understanding of what makes a successful project and our commitment to total satisfaction. Position Summary Sendero Holdings is seeking an experienced, bilingual (English/Spanish) Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations across our growing organization. This hands-on position will focus on high-volume onboarding, recruitment, payroll administration, 401(k) management, employee benefits, and HR and project compliance. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and capable of independently managing multiple HR responsibilities while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources and plays a key role in supporting employees, management, and operational teams across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, and offer coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and support workforce growth.
• Coordinate high-volume onboarding for field and office employees across multiple locations.
• Conduct new hire orientations in English and Spanish.
• Ensure timely completion of employment documentation, background checks, Form I-9, E-Verify, and required onboarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee records and improve recruitment and onboarding processes. Payroll Administration
• Coordinate weekly payroll processing and review timesheets, overtime, PTO, per diem, and payroll adjustments.
• Verify employee pay rates, classifications, deductions, and employment changes.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies in coordination with supervisors, Accounting, and payroll administrators.
• Support payroll audits, wage garnishments, and applicable wage and hour compliance.
• Reconcile payroll deductions related to benefits and retirement contributions.
• Prepare payroll documentation and reports for review and approval. 401(k) & Benefits Administration
• Manage day-to-day administration of the company's 401(k) retirement plan, including eligibility, automatic enrollment, contribution changes, and employee communications.
• Review and reconcile employee contributions and employer matching contributions.
• Coordinate with retirement plan providers and third-party administrators to resolve discrepancies.
• Support annual compliance testing, census reporting, and plan audits, as applicable.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollment, qualifying life events, terminations, and eligibility tracking.
• Assist with annual open enrollment and employee benefits education.
• Serve as a resource for employee benefits and retirement plan questions. HR & Project Compliance
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Maintain accurate personnel files, employment records, and required compliance documentation.
• Conduct routine HR audits, including Form I-9, E-Verify, onboarding, and employee records.
• Coordinate employee-related compliance requirements for projects, including certifications, training documentation, site access, and workforce records.
• Support OCIP/CCIP workforce documentation and project-specific labor compliance requirements.
• Assist with certified payroll, prevailing wage documentation, and project-related compliance reporting when applicable.
• Monitor compliance deadlines, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Assist with unemployment claims, employment verifications, leave administration, and regulatory documentation. Employee Relations & HR Operations
• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and supervisors regarding policies, benefits, and routine employment matters.
• Provide employee support and communicate HR information effectively in English and Spanish.
• Assist with attendance concerns, performance documentation, corrective actions, and employee separations.
• Maintain HRIS records and prepare reports related to headcount, turnover, recruitment, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain HR procedures, checklists, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with HR administrative staff to ensure efficient processing of assigned responsibilities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve departmental efficiency.
• Support additional HR initiatives and projects assigned by the Director of Human Resources. Qualifications
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a Generalist or comparable role.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate professionally with employees in both languages.
• Experience managing high-volume employee onboarding and full-cycle recruitment.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll systems, (Paycom or similar), and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related certification is a plus
• Knowledge of or previous experience in the construction industry is a plus. Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment Note: This

job description
is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties and/or responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organizational needs and at the discretion of management. Sendero Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.