Human Resource Operations Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $104,500 – $139,000 annually 

About EEI

Engineering Economics, Inc. (EEI) is a recognized leader in facility and energy consulting. We deliver innovative, performance-focused solutions that maximize building performance, extend system lifecycles, and reduce utility costs. This dedication has earned us trusted partnerships with Fortune 500 organizations, national healthcare networks, prestigious universities, and leading government agencies.

Nationally recognized for building commissioning and building performance, EEI also provides facility assessments, master planning, energy audits, and technical program management, supported by specialty teams serving healthcare, data, and mission-critical facilities.

Our reputation is built by the people who lead our work every day. That’s why our values aren’t just words, they are lived out daily in how we make decisions, build trusted relationships, and deliver quality. As an employee-owned company, we share success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), reflecting our commitment to building something meaningful together. And as EEI rapidly grows, we’re looking for talented people who want meaningful work, a supportive team, and room to grow.

Learn more at https://eeibuildingperformance.com/

The Human Resource Operations Manager plays a critical role in building and sustaining the operational backbone of EEI’s HR function. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for ensuring payroll, HR systems, workforce data, compensation, and benefits operations run accurately, compliantly, and efficiently.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys owning systems end-to-end, and takes pride in creating scalable, reliable HR operations that support both employees and leaders.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily HR operations and ensure compliance across multiple states 
• Own end-to-end payroll processing and payroll-related reporting 
• Manage HR systems (HRIS), data integrity, and reporting 
• Oversee benefits setup, enrollments, and reconciliations 
• Support compensation processes, merit cycles, and workforce reporting 
• Maintain HR policies, documentation, and audit readiness 
• Lead and develop the HR Operations team 
• Partner closely with Finance, IT, and the broader HR team 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (or equivalent experience) 
• 6+ years of HR operations experience, including payroll and HRIS ownership 
• 2+ years of people leadership experience 
• Strong knowledge of payroll, benefits, and compliance 
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and communication skills 
• HR certifications (SHRM, PHR, etc.) preferred 

Why EEI

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% employer-funded) 
• Competitive pay and performance bonuses 
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting 
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave 
• Remote-first environment with growth opportunities   

Benefits:

Taking care of our people is our highest priority. We’re committed to creating a workplace where our people are supported through meaningful connection, genuine care, and real opportunities to grow. That’s why we provide the benefits, tools, and resources our team needs to thrive and do their best work.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% employer funded
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance
• Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Profit-sharing + discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match; 100% immediate vesting
• Vacation + sick time
• Eight (8) paid holidays
• Parental Leave
• Milestone Travel Award (Every 5 Years)
• Remote first company
• Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences
• Professional development opportunities

EEI is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to an inclusive culture. EEI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

Attention Search Firms / Third-Party Recruiters: EEI is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes for this role. Resumes submitted without a valid written search agreement are the sole property of EEI; no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired.