[Hiring] Human Resources Business Partner @Apex Companies

Role Description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

We are seeking an experienced, business-minded Human Resources Business Partner to join our Talent Team and support our Central Region and Corporate Services teams. This role offers the opportunity to serve as the primary HR point of contact for leaders and employees across the region, while partnering closely with business leadership to shape talent strategies, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and support continued growth across a national organization.

The ideal candidate brings strong HR expertise, business acumen, sound judgment, and a consultative approach to supporting leaders and employees. This person will be a trusted advisor, change partner, and relationship builder who can help leaders navigate complex people matters, support the integration of newly acquired firms, and contribute to a positive employee experience across the business.

Because this role supports leaders and employees across the Central Region and Corporate Services, the HRBP must be based in or able to consistently work Eastern or Central time-zone hours. The position also includes periodic travel to Apex locations, leadership meetings, company events, and newly acquired businesses.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for the Central Region and Corporate Services teams, providing guidance, support, and partnership to leaders and employees on a broad range of people-related matters.
• Partner closely with business leaders to understand operational objectives and develop talent strategies that support regional and organizational success.
• Provide consultative guidance on employee relations, performance management, leadership effectiveness, workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and talent development.
• Coach leaders through complex people matters while promoting accountability, engagement, and high performance.
• Lead workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and employee relations matters while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Support organizational growth, transformation, and change initiatives by helping leaders navigate transitions and build resilient, high-performing teams.
• Support the HR integration of newly acquired firms by serving as a regional Talent partner, helping leaders and employees understand HR processes, resources, expectations, and available support.
• Partner with business leaders and Talent Centers of Excellence to identify integration needs, surface employee or leader concerns, and help ensure a smooth transition for newly acquired teams.
• Analyze workforce metrics and trends to identify risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations that support business objectives.
• Drive talent review, succession planning, leadership development, and internal mobility initiatives to strengthen organizational capability.
• Collaborate with Talent Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation, Benefits, Leave Management, and People & Culture, to deliver integrated people solutions.
• Champion programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, belonging, and the overall employee experience.
• Serve as a culture ambassador who helps reinforce Apex Companies, LLC’s values and commitment to its people.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive HR experience, including experience supporting managers and leaders in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, Employee Relations, or similar consultative role.
• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, investigations, performance management, leadership coaching, and organizational development.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business needs into effective people strategies.
• Experience serving as a trusted HR partner to leaders across a region, business unit, or geographically dispersed workforce.
• Experience influencing leaders and building trusted partnerships across multiple levels of an organization.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Availability to consistently work during Eastern and Central time-zone business hours.
• Periodic travel, including overnight travel, is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience supporting a geographically dispersed or multi-state workforce.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, integrations, or other significant organizational transitions.
• Experience within engineering, environmental consulting, professional services, construction, AEC, or other project-based organizations.
• Experience supporting organizational change, workforce planning, and growth initiatives.

What Makes You Successful

• A strategic thinker who sees the connection between people and business performance.
• A trusted advisor who can serve as the go-to HR partner for leaders and employees in your region.
• A strong relationship builder who earns credibility through responsiveness, sound judgment, follow-through, and partnership.
• A proactive problem solver who approaches challenges with curiosity, accountability, and practical solutions.
• A collaborative partner who works effectively across functions and knows how to connect leaders and employees with the right HR resources.
• A steady change partner who can support leaders and employees through growth, transition, and integration.
• A data-informed decision maker who uses insights to identify risks, opportunities, and meaningful actions.
• Passionate about fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.

Why Apex?

At Apex Companies, LLC, HR is more than a support function. We view our Talent Team as a strategic driver of organizational success. As an HRBP, you will have the opportunity to influence leadership decisions, shape talent strategies, support business growth, and help create an exceptional employee experience across the organization.

You will join a collaborative team of HR professionals who are passionate about helping employees succeed and leaders grow. Your work will have visible impact, meaningful purpose, and direct influence on the future of our organization.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to partner with leaders, serve as a trusted regional HR resource, support organizational growth, and help shape the employee experience during an exciting period of transformation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of Apex Companies, LLC.

Apex Job Title: Regional HR Business Partner

Req ID: 12298

Annual Expected Pay Range: $105,000 — $125,000 USD

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