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Debi Martin, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Human Resources Executive

Summary

Collaborative HR Executive construction industry experience who drives impactful change. Proven ability to implement strategic initiatives and enhance operational HR performance in alignment with overall business goals. Valued for collaborative team leadership and adaptability to evolving business needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vice President, Sr. HR Director

Turner Construction Co.
03.2007 - Current
  • In partnership with executive management team, develop strategic initiatives and long term goals annually aligning people strategies to business goals.
  • Designed and led implementation of talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention.
  • Lead cross-functional Talent Acquisition and Human Resources' teams to deliver talent management, career development, and HR strategies aligned to business goals.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture balancing active caring (employee-centered) with high standards of performance expectations.
  • Use Data analytics to communicate HR business performance to executive level stakeholders.
  • Monitor and resolve employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Championed change management projects, effectively communicating new policies or processes throughout the organization.
  • Managed workforce planning initiatives, ensuring appropriate staffing levels across projects in alignment with revenue WIP.
  • Created succession planning initiatives to identify high-potential employees and prepare them for leadership roles within the organization.
  • Designed and implemented 9-month Leadership Development program for high potential staff. Resulting in faster results in succession readiness.
  • Established onboarding process to facilitate smooth transitions for new hires into the organization.
  • Implemented turnover analytics and exit interview process to better understand reasons why employees were separating from company resulting in reduction of voluntary turnover down to 7%.
  • Maintain company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.

Human Resources Director

Centex Homes
Visalia, CA
07.2005 - 03.2007
  • Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Oversaw annual performance review process, providing guidance to managers on setting goals and measuring employee progress.
  • Managed workforce planning initiatives, ensuring appropriate staffing levels across departments while minimizing costs associated with overtime or temporary workers.
  • Supported talent development through coaching sessions with key personnel, assisting them in reaching their professional growth objectives.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved service delivery.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate quality.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with other department leaders to align HR strategy with overall business objectives.
  • Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
  • Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
  • Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
  • Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
  • Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 700-employee company.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Mgmt

Ashford University
Clinton, IA
05.2001 -

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Coaching and mentoring

Decision-making

Results-driven

Negotiation and persuasion

Process improvement

Human resources

Contract negotiation

Recruiting and interviewing

Operational leadership

Business planning

Certification

SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional

Timeline

Vice President, Sr. HR Director

Turner Construction Co.
03.2007 - Current

Human Resources Director

Centex Homes
07.2005 - 03.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Mgmt

Ashford University
05.2001 -
Debi Martin, SPHR, SHRM-SCPHuman Resources Executive