DPR Construction

People Practices Leader

DPR Construction$125K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, business, psychology, organizational development, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 12+ years in HR, talent management, or organizational development.
  • 7+ years leading teams in a business-facing or operational environment.
  • Experience with construction operations and multi-entity organizations is preferred.
  • Preferred certifications: SHRM-SCP or SPHR.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop People Practices Business Partners in aligning workforce strategies with business priorities.
  • Advise senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning.
  • Oversee implementation of enterprise People Practices programs and governance standards across organizations.
  • Direct talent management processes to enhance organizational effectiveness and outcomes.
  • Analyze workforce metrics and engagement trends to guide strategic decisions and workforce investments.
  • Lead change management initiatives to support business transformation and growth.
  • Partner with COEs and operational services to deliver integrated People Practices solutions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plan options.
  • Retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Employee wellness programs and resources.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary:
Leads People Practices strategy and execution for an assigned business portfolio, including regions, Integrated Work Groups, Self-Perform Work (SPW), and entity operations. Serves as the primary People Practices advisor to senior business leaders, aligning workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, talent management, and leadership development initiatives with business objectives. Oversees People Practices Business Partners and ensures consistent implementation of enterprise People Practices programs, policies, and operational standards. Partners with Centers of Excellence (COEs) and Operational Services to deliver integrated workforce solutions that support organizational performance, growth, and capability development.

Key Responsibilities:
Leads and develops People Practices Business Partners supporting assigned business portfolios, ensuring alignment of workforce strategies with business priorities.
Advises senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, leadership development, and talent strategies.
Oversees implementation of enterprise People Practices programs, policies, governance standards, and Centers of Excellence (COE) initiatives to ensure consistent execution across supported organizations.
Directs talent management, performance management, engagement, and succession planning processes to support organizational effectiveness and business outcomes.
Analyzes workforce metrics, engagement trends, and organizational data to inform strategic decision-making and workforce investments.
Leads organizational effectiveness and change management initiatives that support business transformation, growth, and operational priorities.
Partners with Operational Services, Centers of Excellence (COEs), and business leaders to deliver integrated People Practices solutions and identify long-term workforce capability needs.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, organizational development, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
12+ years of experience across human resources, talent management, organizational development, or a related field required.
7+ years of experience leading teams in a business-facing, operational, regional, or enterprise environment required.
Experience supporting construction operations, Self-Perform Work (SPW), multi-entity organizations, or corporate functions preferred.

Certifications and Licenses:
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or equivalent certification preferred.

About DPR Construction

DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm. The company provides preconstruction, construction, and post-construction services for a variety of markets, including healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, and corporate offices. DPR Construction was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company has offices throughout the United States and has completed projects in various countries, including Singapore and the Netherlands.
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Size
4,000 employees
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Founded
1990

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