Human Resources Manager/Director | Onsite in Lorton, VA | Pay: 90k - 110k/yr | 9-month contract-to-hire Job Description The Human Resources Manager/Director will play a vital role in both administrative and strategic responsibilities, assisting with key functions such as staffing, onboarding, development, compensation, and benefits. This position is essential for enhancing the efficiency of the HR department and improving the employee experience. Responsibilities + Leverage knowledge of new procedures and policies to improve employee experience and HR department efficiency. + Enhance new hire pre-boarding, onboarding, and benefits orientation/enrollment processes. + Direct the annual open enrollment process and collaborate with the firm broker to select benefit offerings. + Manage payroll processing, including biweekly and semimonthly updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes. + Oversee employment files, process required paperwork, and perform data entry to ensure HR systems are accurate. + Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, updating policies and procedures when necessary. + Support leaders and employees in managing employee relations opportunities, issues, or concerns. + Partner with team members to coordinate various office events, including holiday parties, volunteering outings, and new hire lunches. Essential Skills + 6-10 years of HR experience, with recent experience as a generalist. + Experience in the construction or related industry. + HR certification required. + Certified payroll experience. + Fluency in English and Spanish. + High School Diploma. Additional Skills & Qualifications + SHRM certification or any HR certifications. + Experience with Arcoro software or similar. + Ability to train and support other HR Generalists. Work Environment This is an in-office role that requires daily attendance. The company is rapidly growing with a mom and pop mentality, which requires adaptability and a willingness to help out as needed. The position involves heavily focusing on onboarding, employee relations, benefits, and general HR duties. The work environment is supportive, and there is a strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lorton, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lorton,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.