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This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in the office. Candidates can be located in Maryland or Pennsylvania.\nThe GFT Strategic Services team, which includes Human Resources, Legal, Accounting & Finance, Office Operations, IT Services and Marketing & Communications, are essential for managing and supporting the company's global operations. Strategic Services is part of a broader strategy to transform the business and improve efficiency. The support of this amazing team of professionals is the backbone of our ability to deliver infrastructure consulting and design services.\nWhat you’ll be challenged to do:\nAs an Employee Relations Specialist, you will serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership, ensuring consistent, fair, and legally compliant workplace practices. This role manages complex employee relations matters, conducts investigations and supports conflict resolution to mitigate risk and strengthen organizational culture. Working in close partnership with the Director, Employee Relations, this position also plays a critical role in enterprise-wide risk management efforts, including candidate screening, incident response, threat assessment, and compliance driven reviews. The Employee Relations Partner is a key contributor to cross-functional teams focused on employee safety, security, and regulatory compliance.\nIn this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:\nConduct and coordinate complex workplace investigations involving alleged policy violations, misconduct, discrimination, harassment, retaliation or unfair employment practices.\nManage employee complaints and disputes, ensuring accurate, thorough, and compliant documentation.\nDevelop corrective action plans and provide recommendations to leadership to minimize employee relations risks and employment liabilities.\nReview and assess questionable MVRs and background check results to determine hiring eligibility. \nServe as primary or backup HR representative on the Insider Threat Working Group, supporting risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and case management.\nAct as primary or backup member of the Incident Response Team, including responsibility for reviewing and signing off on all incident reports submitted across the organization.\nIn partnership with Legal, serve as primary or backup reviewer for international travel request exceptions, evaluating business necessity and compliance with company policy. \nAssist with the interactive process for return-to-work Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\nWhat you will bring to our firm:\nBachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field required\nMinimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in human resources or employee relations.\nDemonstrated experience leading and resolving complex employee relations issues\nProven knowledge and application of federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, and related regulations.\nAbility to interpret policies, laws, and risk factors to make sound, defensible recommendations\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex or sensitive information clearly and professionally\nStrong interpersonal and consultation skills\nStrong analytical, investigative, and critical-thinking skills with demonstrated sound judgment\nAbility to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite\nWhat we prefer you bring:\nExperience working with EthicsPoint or similar ethics/compliance reporting systems\nExperience working with Workday (HRIS)\nExposure to incident management, threat assessment, or security related HR functions\nFamiliarity with background screening adjudication\nExperience working within the engineering or professional services industry\nCompensation: The salary range for this role is $67,000 - $99,000. 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We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.\nOur clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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