Performance Management Specialist- Senior
Category
Human Resources
Work Location
US-MI-Detroit
ID
2026-2348
Overview
The Opportunity
We are seeking a driven and analytical Performance Management Leader to join our Human Resources team. This critical role is the architect and administrator of our performance framework, owning the end-to-end performance management lifecycle. Your expertise will be vital in managing the processes that directly link individual performance to business success and ensures the seamless integration of our performance outcomes with our compensation and talent strategies.
Location
You will work from our Headquarters in Detroit, MI
Responsibilities
Your Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage the company's annual and year-round performance review process, including goal setting, check-ins, and year-end evaluations. Conduct follow-up reviews of all completed appraisals to evaluate and measure results and analyze performance data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Lead the coaching of managers and supervisors to enhance their effectiveness in performance management, coaching conversations, and career development.
Serve as the HR lead for the performance management software system including configuring forms, managing user access and training on the PMS platform.
Collaborate with HR senior leadership on compensation related items to ensure the performance review cycle effectively links employee performance ratings and outcomes to merit increases, bonuses, and incentive programs.
Collaborate with HR senior leadership, department and business unit leaders on succession planning initiatives to ensure a robust pipeline of talent.
Develop and maintain company-wide standards for goal setting (i.e. SMART goals) and facilitate performance calibration sessions for leadership and managers.
Develop and execute a comprehensive communication plan to ensure all team members and managers clearly understand performance management timelines, expectations, and changes.
Guide and coach managers in diagnosing the root causes of underperformance and facilitating customized performance improvement plans (PIPs) aimed at driving sustained performance improvement.
Administer spending against the departmental budget.
Qualifications
To qualify for the role, you must have
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Organizational Development, or a related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of professional human resource administration required with experience in performance management.
Strong understanding of performance metrics, employee development, and coaching methodologies.
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including Excel.
Skills and attributes for success
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict timelines.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Motivated to grow and perform in a high-performance organization
Excellent inter-personal skills, organization skills, and strong analytical ability.
Embrace change and seek feedback, with an innovation and improvement mindset.
Ability to delegate tasks and ensure accountability, even with people who don't report directly to you.
Ability to manage projects by organizing tasks, timelines, and resources, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve goals.
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EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V
Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.
EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V
Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.
