Interim HR Manager - Maternity Cover

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role Purpose

The role will provide maternity cover for the current HR Manager and will work alongside the HRM over the next 5 months to ensure a smooth transition of duties.

The role

This is a full-time position for a fixed period of 9-10 months.

Contracted to 42.5 hrs per week, working Monday to Friday office hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and set an example throughout the business ensuring promotion and demonstration of our values in your dealings with peers, staff, customers and clients
• Accountable for the management of the Bridges HR Team and formulation of the annual HR Department business plan
• Working with the Senior Leadership Team on HR and wider business projects to support the business objectives and areas of focus
• Manage the HR Team to ensure the smooth running of the department and a positive and proactive service to the business in all areas of HR including recruitment, training and the full employee lifecycle
• Ensure compliance with mandatory standards and HR KPIs are monitored and achieved
• Ensure advice is in line with company policies, best practices and employment legislation
• Ensure security and accuracy of HR employment records and systems
• Managing proactive initiatives to support employee morale, well-being and retention
• Provide mentoring and support to the HR Team to ensure the team is skilled and resourced sufficiently to meet business needs
• Manage the business HR budget and report on current and future costs and initiatives
• Report monthly against HR KPIs against the business plan and drive actions to ensure achievement.

• Previous experience in a senior HR role
• Experience managing a team effectively
• Familiar with IR35 rules and administration
• Employment law knowledge and proven experience in applying knowledge in practice
• Ability to communicate effectively, engaging with stakeholders at all levels
• Able to problem solve and demonstrate a fair and commercially minded approach to decision-making
• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy in working
• Resilient, flexible and adaptable to embracing and managing change in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and to influence with confidence at a senior level
• Experience in organisational change
• Experience in shaping processes and procedures and a performance-driven culture
• CIPD Level 5 qualified - preferred
• Full driving licence.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.