Maria Traynor, Shrm-Scp, Sphr Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

United States

United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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Minneapolis, Mn

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

HR Manager - Interim HR ManagerROBERT HALF HR SERVICES | Nov 2019 – Till DateI manage functions pertaining to HR consulting, assessing, and identifying areas for process improvement. Pioneer the efforts across handling the entire gamut of functions pertaining to open enrollment, working with vendors and staff using a new automated enrollment process. Design and implement the strategy that fulfills the objectives, maximizes revenues, profits, and market share of the company while streamlining overall operations pertaining to HR.I outline the long-term vision and goals mapped with short-term strategies and action plans to achieve the goals. Played a pivotal role in system conversion from homegrown to Kpay, in the end, phase, begin live time entry in December. Establish and nurture productive relationships with the key decision-makers to further strategic goals. Manage the servicing employee population ~45 non-union and ~90 union employees. I identify and implement improvements to current operations and workflows. Manage to solve complex problems by primarily leveraging the systems and tools currently available to the organization.

Minneapolis, Mn

ENGINEERING SERVICES – MINNEAPOLIS, MN | June 2018–July 2019HEAVY CIVILS CONSTRUCTION - SPRINGBORO, OH, NASHVILLE, TNManager, People & Organization / HR Business PartnerWood, PLC | April 2012 – July 2019I was responsible as the strategic business partner for a $190MM revenue heavy civils construction business. Strategically planned & conceptualized creative, out-of-the-box strategies to enhance business. I spearheaded the team of two HR Generalists / Coordinators located in Springboro, OH, and Hermiston, OR, oversaw human resources programs for 800-1,200 employees. Managed the presentation, selection, offer, negotiation, and closing involved in full lifecycle recruiting. Drove safety-culture; working closely with and supported ‘Just and Fair’ safety procedure.I spearheaded all phases of talent acquisition, onboarding, & internal staffing. Outlined the long-term vision and goals with short-term strategies and action plans to achieve the HR department goals. Consulted and supported upper management with day-to-day operations in a decentralized business unit, including employee lifecycle management, compensation/benefits, and HR functional issues. Provided prompt, accurate, and courteous service in accordance with policies and procedures. I worked with other departments to ensure alignment of company goals, as set by senior management, and ensured that the business growth strategies are met.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

ENGINEERING SERVICES – MINNEAPOLIS, MN | May 2016 –June 2018PROCESS ENGINEERING – MINNEAPOLIS, MN, NAPERVILLE, ILSr. Human Resource Generalist / HR Business PartnerAMEC FOSTER WHEELERI was responsible for Minneapolis and Naperville Offices, partnering with managers by understanding their people and business needs, issues, vision, challenges, and the key indicator. I played a pivotal role in handling the complete HR functions and activities for US Nuclear operations, 250 decentralized employees with five locations. Consulted and implemented US Nuclear organizational restructuring, including identifying required positions, liaison with talent acquisition to organized full-cycle recruiting for positions.I created position offers, salary analysis, and recommendations handled policy review, recommend updates, employee coaching, and counseling. I was the point of contact during the sale of the US Nuclear business unit to a Canadian buyer, liaison between buyer and vendor(s) during the Canadian review and approval process. I partnered with Heavy Civils Construction, supporting $240MM heavy civils construction division.

Minneapolis, Mn

Senior Human Resource Generalist / HR Business Partner | Jan 2013 – May 2016Human Resource Generalist | April 2012– Dec 2012AMEC FOSTER WHEELERI managed the employee offer process with 80% acceptance level; growing staff to 140 FTE, tracking with the strategic growth plan. Directed all human resources functions, including recruitment, hiring, training, onboarding, and employee relations. I spearheaded all phases of talent acquisition, onboarding, & internal staffing. Led office training “Magic Questions and Hiring Manager Interviewing – 101” that educated management and staff on corporate policies/procedures.I introduced a new applicant tracking application, iCIMS, to managers, educated and advised employees on group health and welfare plans. Developed and monitored business unit procedures, planned & conceptualized various strategies to achieve business goals. Managed and resolved complex employee relations issues by conducting effective, thorough, objective investigations while exercising good judgment in working with confidential and sensitive issues. Expanded use of HRIS (Oracle), including monthly reports and tracking employee training. Introduced HR metrics to Minneapolis senior leadership and successfully coached department managers on performance improvement plans.

Woodbury, Mn

Business Analyst I & II, HR Generalist/Benefits SME, Compensation/Benefits Specialist, HR Benefits Coordinator, Customer Service Representative I & II, Administrative AssistantASSURANT,-WOODBURY, MN | DEC 1986- JUNE 2010

Master Of Arts Organizational Management, Organizational Management

Bachelor Of Arts In Human Resource Management