By Danielle Coates, PHR, SHRM-CP, Human Resources | Recruiting | Published on May 28, 2024
“My journey into Human Resources began in college through an HR work-study program in the banking industry at a Fortune 500 company. I was fortunate to experience traditional HR and organizational development there, which gave me a well-rounded glimpse into the world of HR. I graduated with a degree in Business Management with a concentration in HR (yes, I am working in my field of study 😊). Throughout my career, I’ve gained extensive HR experience at rapidly growing companies across various industries, including pharmaceutical, banking, real estate/appraisal management, medical equipment, and now most recently HR in the AEC (architecture, engineering and construction) space. I’ve obtained HR-specific certifications (PHR and SHRM-CP), continually striving to enhance my expertise. Along the way, I’ve had numerous mentors who have guided me, reinforcing the importance of HR as a strategic partner in any organization.
At LDDBlueline our mission is to deliver innovative buildings of lasting value that exceed client expectations. In order to support that mission, it is vital to have personnel policies and practices that ensure that employees are provided the tools they need to grow professionally. For example, licensure and career development is very important at the firm, so we provide support for employees to obtain further education and certifications. Additionally, we have implemented a quarterly review process to replace annual reviews to provide timely feedback and support for professional development. We want our employees to have a clear path to success within the firm.
At LDDBlueline, our core values are Honor, Integrity, Generosity, and Humility. The culture at our firm can be described as one of creativity, collaboration, and commitment to excellence. In order to drive that culture, we employ several strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent, and we must constantly re-evaluate these strategies in an ever-changing employment environment. We have several professional development initiatives underway, including a mentor and internship program, which follows our organization’s commitment to excellence. Additionally, all employees fill out a weekly reporting system to highlight comments, tasks and concerns from employees that is shared with our leadership team.
LDDBlueline’s mission, values, and culture should drive every decision we make, including influencing HR practices. As the HR and Recruiting leader, I am a strategic partner working with both employees and leaders to help ensure we are all headed in the same direction. I oversee the execution of HR processes, policies and procedures, strategies, programs, and operations. I work closely with all stakeholders to ensure our HR and Recruiting practices align with our business goals. At LDDBlueline, we believe in doing what we say and saying what we do, ensuring transparency and trust within our team.
Lastly, we are hiring!! If you are interested in learning more about career opportunities, please send your resume to careers@lddblueline.com.
