Senior HR Business Partner

  • ECS
  • VA
  • Apr 15, 2026

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to work remotely .

The Human Resources Business Partner will function as a consultant to project managers and Business Unit executives on workforce planning, compensation analysis, bids and proposals, policy interpretation, succession planning, compliance review, and proactive employee relations . This role will function as an HR SME for their assigned business unit and liaise cross-functionally with Talent Acquisition, Contracts, Business Development/Capture, Pricing, Finance, and Legal.

Key Responsibilities

Workforce Planning
  • Define organizational goals to align with program requirements and growth goals .
  • Assess current employees' skills, demographics, and turnover rates.
  • Determine future talent requirements based on bids and proposals .
  • Identify discrepancies between the current workforce and future needs.
  • Create strategies to bridge gaps (e.g., hiring, training , an d restructuring ).
  • Continuously track, evaluate, and adjust plans to ensure effectiveness .
Compensation Analysis
  • Compar e company roles against market salary surveys and competitors to ensure competitive pay rates .
  • Partner with Director of Total Rewards to procure and participate in market salary surveys and benchmark jobs to ensure competitive compensation packages
  • Ensur e that employees with similar roles, experience, and performance levels are compensated similarly, minimizing disparities .
  • Analyze job descriptions and evaluate positions to determine appropriate classification and salary.
  • Advise HR managers, executives, and talent acquisition teams on pay decisions, offers, and internal pay alignment .
Succession Planning
  • In partnership with Business Unit leaders, d etermine which roles are crucial for operations and future growth.
  • Partner with the Talent Management Director to p rovide training, mentoring, coaching, and job shadowing to prepare employees.
  • Partner with management and PMs to d efine the core skills, knowledge, and abilities needed for identified roles.
Bid and Proposal Support
  • Provid e accurate data on salaries, benefits, and labor burden rates to ensure competitive and compliant pricing .
  • Partner with PMs and Pricing to benchmark and internally map LCATs for bids
Proactive Employee Relations
  • Address workplace issues promptly and respectfully through clear procedures, mediation, and active management engagement.
  • Establish two-way dialogue, regular feedback sessions, and maintain transparent communication channels to ensure employees are heard .
  • Partner with leaders and corporate stakeholders to highlight accomplishments (e.g., bonuses, public recognition, promotions) to boost morale and reinforce a culture of recognition .
  • Apply company policies, disciplinary actions, and benefits fair ly to all employees to build trust and to mitigate risk.
  • Train managers and employees on various topics to reinforce ECS' culture, policies, and standards.  
Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000

General Description of Benefits