People Operations Director
One Model
People & HR, Operations
Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Now Hiring: People Operations Director
At Stuart & Company, we’re more than a commercial general contractor—we’re a people-first team built on strong relationships, teamwork, and doing things the right way. We’re looking for a People Operations Director who is passionate about people, culture, and building systems that help teams thrive.
This role is perfect for someone who genuinely enjoys working with people, is highly organized, approachable, and comfortable balancing structure with the fast-paced nature of the construction industry. You’ll play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, training, and supporting our employees while actively protecting and strengthening our company culture.
What You’ll Do
Recruiting & Hiring
- Lead full-cycle recruiting for field and office positions
- Partner with leadership to understand staffing needs
- Post openings, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and support hiring decisions
- Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline
Onboarding & Training
- Own the new-hire onboarding experience from day one
- Coordinate training programs, certifications, and employee development
- Ensure employees understand expectations, core values, and safety standards
People Operations
- Support employee relations, performance needs, and general HR functions
- Maintain employee records and support compliance requirements
- Serve as a trusted, go-to resource for employees and managers
Company Culture
- Shape, promote, and protect company culture
- Plan and support engagement initiatives, events, and employee recognition
- Reinforce core values at every level of the organization
What We’re Looking For
- Comfort using technology to support people operations
- Experience supporting teams of 50+ employees
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills—people genuinely enjoy talking to you
- Background in recruiting, HR, or people operations (construction experience is a plus, not required)
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities
- Professional, approachable, and trustworthy
- Comfortable working with both field and office teams
Why Join Us?
- Family-style company with a strong team environment
- Opportunity to build and shape people systems from the ground up
- A role that makes a real impact on employees and company growth
If you’re passionate about people and want to help build something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.