About this position
ABOUT VERUS
Verus is a boutique, employee-owned engineering and technical services firm specializing in industrial automation, controls, SCADA systems, process engineering, and consulting. Founded in 2015, we serve clients across the West Coast with offices in California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. Our name comes from the Latin word meaning true, authentic, and honest — and that’s exactly how we operate.
We’re not a massive corporation. We’re an agile team of industry leaders who take ownership in every project and treat each other like family. Our culture is built on trust, humility, and a shared passion for solving complex problems. If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and your voice is heard, you’ll feel right at home.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re looking for a Human Resources Manager who understands the unique dynamics of a professional services firm. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll shape the employee experience from recruitment through development and retention. You’ll be the steward of our culture — ensuring that as we grow, we stay true to who we are.
The ideal candidate has worked in engineering or consulting environments and understands that our people are our product. You’re someone who builds genuine relationships, navigates complexity with empathy, and brings structure without bureaucracy.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Lead talent acquisition strategy to attract top engineering and technical talent across all Verus offices
• Own the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, engagement, performance management, development, and offboarding
• Manage payroll, benefits administration, and compensation benchmarking to ensure competitive positioning
• Develop and execute retention strategies that reinforce our employee-ownership culture and keep our best people engaged
• Drive professional development and training programs that help our engineers and consultants grow their careers
• Oversee compliance with employment laws and safety regulations across all operating states
• Administer and champion our Health and Safety program in partnership with project and office leadership
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on organizational development, workforce planning, and succession strategy
• Foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect that reflects the Verus principles
• Support the development and enforcement of HR policies aligned with our Business Management System
WHO THRIVES AT VERUS
Successful people at Verus share a few common traits: they’re authentic, accountable, and genuinely care about the people around them. They’re humble enough to learn from anyone and tenacious enough to follow through on commitments. They have a “can do” attitude, a good sense of humor, and they understand that culture isn’t something one person creates alone — it’s something we all build together, every day.
Requirements:
WHAT YOU BRING
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a professional services, engineering, or consulting environment
• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle recruitment of technical and engineering professionals
• Strong knowledge of multi-state employment law, payroll administration, and benefits management
• Experience developing and administering workplace safety programs
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect across all levels of the organization
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable operating with autonomy in a lean organization
WHY VERUS
• Employee-focused: your success is the company’s success, and vice versa
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• A genuine, people-first culture where respect and collaboration aren’t just words on a wall
• The opportunity to shape the people strategy of a growing, dynamic firm