Donna Markie, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Experience

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  United Technologies

  Oct 2006 - May 2012

  Human Resources Management

  Progressive experience in Human Resources at United Technologies Corporation:Pratt & Whitney - HR Manager: Advised and counseled senior leaders and managers to optimize employee engagement, team development, and organizational effectiveness.Worked in partnership with leadership to implement HR programs in support of business goals.Responsible for effective execution of all Human Resources processes, including the Leadership Development Review, Performance Management, and Salary Planning.Ensured proper staffing levels, infused talent into the organization and improved bench strength.Counseled employees on performance, career planning, work/life balance, etc.Objectively assessed and brought to resolution employee relations issues.Consulted with clients to understand training and development needs and advise accordingly.Assisted and coached managers regarding employee relations, interviewing and selection, performance management and employee development.Pratt & Whitney - Diversity & MBA Recruiter:Provided internal resourcing consultancy service to hiring managers, including the provision of advice on all recruitment issues. Managed the company’s recruiting events such as Diversity career fairs and campus recruiting events.Ensured consistent, high quality recruiting process across the organization by conducting top interview skills training for managers; analyzed and implemented process improvements.Managed relationships with external organizations such as MBA Universities/diversity programs.Implemented and enforced consistency with recruiting policies and procedures.UTC Fire & Security - Recruiting Manager: Hired / managed / coached engineers in the rotational development program; created standard work.Managed and coordinated all on-campus recruiting activities.Successfully launched UTCFS “Careers” site on URL home page. Show less

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  The Lane Construction Corporation

  Sept 2012 - Aug 2017

  One of America’s leading construction companies, The Lane Construction Corporation specializes in heavy civil construction services and products in the transportation, infrastructure and energy industries operating in 25+ states and internationally.In addition to the Manager, Staffing & Workforce Planning position I hired into (below), the Corporate HR Manager function was incorporated into my role in 2014:• Manage and coordinate the Talent Acquisition team, HR Managers, and EEO/AA functions across the organization including supervision of geographically dispersed staff.• Align the HR and field operations management with the company goals, initiatives and values.• Designed and launched a new Onboarding Program using an interactive approach. • Assisted with the development and alignment of the Employee Value Proposition (Culture Statement) with recruitment branding, communications, and advertisements. • Enhanced social media touch points and digital marketing for brand awareness.• Implemented a new SEO, mobile-friendly careers site to greatly enhance the experience of external applicants. • Analyze key metrics for organizational climate; implemented initiatives to improve hiring, employee engagement, and retention.• Develop and disseminate company standard operating procedures.• Implement various Employee Engagement initiatives. Show less This is the position I hired into when I first joined Lane. The Manager, Staffing & Workforce Planning Manager role was incorporated into the Corporate HR Manager position (above) in 2014.• Hired a team of recruiters and led the team in support of existing and anticipated aggressive company growth.• Developed and implemented recruiting strategies and workflow procedures to identify and hire qualified candidates in an efficient and cost-effective manner.• Improved the HR systems by replacing the antiquated applicant tracking system with a newer technology solution that provides a more efficient, streamlined process.• Created synergies with cross-functional departments such as marketing and communications for job advertisements and awareness.• Introduced diversity recruiting conferences strategy and managed first-time attendance at National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) and Society of Women Engineers (SWE) conferences. Show less

  • Corporate Human Resources Manager

    Jan 2017 - Aug 2017

  • Manager, Staffing & Workforce Planning

    Sept 2012 - Aug 2017
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  Paradigm Precision

  Aug 2017 - Feb 2019

  Paradigm Precision specializes in the manufacturing of complex fabrication and precision machined components for gas turbine engines. We serve customers around the world in commercial and military aviation, power generation, the marine industry, rotary wing and unmanned aerial vehicles.In this capacity I serve as a key member of the Executive staff developing and leading Human Resources initiatives and practices, creating an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity, and the achievement of key objectives aligned with the overall strategic objectives of the Company. Show less

  • Human Resources Director

    Jun 2018 - Feb 2019

  • Human Resources Manager

    Aug 2017 - Feb 2019
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  U-got-this Human Resources Consulting

  Jul 2019 - now

  Human Resources Consultant

  u-got-this is a results-based Human Resources Consulting firm that provides customized HR services covering all aspects of the employee life cycle, from hire to retire.Designed to serve as your staff HR resource, or to supplement your existing Human Resources Department, u-got-this will tailor solutions to best fit your strategic or tactical business needs and culture.