SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with an industry leading manufacturing company that is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of the company’s financial operations related to revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), commissions, invoicing, sales tax, and audits. This role serves as a cross-functional liaison, supporting Sales, Client Services, Finance, and external partners to ensure smooth and accurate financial reporting within the Shared Services model.
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Engineering Project Manager
SkyWater is partnering with an existing client in Southern Minnesota to find an Engineering Project Manager for their team! The Engineering PM will be responsible for leading capital equipment projects while working closely with company leadership throughout these project lifecycles. This includes justifying equipment, maintaining project budgets, working with plant leadership on projects, adhering to industry standards, and overseeing installation & maintenance of plant equipment. Our client is a Southern Minnesota food producer who’s been steadily growing and recently invested in expanding their site & updating their production equipment. They’re offering a solid compensation package for this role (base salary + profit-sharing bonus), excellent benefits, relocation assistance (if needed) and opportunities to advance your career as they continue to grow. We’re looking for an engineer with experience leading capital equipment projects in the food production industry. Please submit your resume today to be considered for this exciting opportunity in Southern Minnesota!
National Sales Representative – Industrial Grease
Our client is a leading provider of industrial chemicals that partners with a variety of companies across the nation. They are seeking to add a Business Development Manager primarily focused on expanding market share in the North American industrial grease and lubrication sector. This position is responsible for developing new business opportunities and managing existing accounts for their OEM products. This individual will drive revenue by leveraging deep technical expertise and market knowledge to meet the evolving demands of their customers. This role will have support from peers and sales support from the internal team to best serve the customer. This role will have the ability to work remotely and compensates well through base salary plus commission along with good benefits.
Territory Sales Manager – Automation
This search is for one of my favorite clients based in MN. They are an automation company with a strong presence throughout the Midwest who sell automation and assembly solutions to a wide variety of industries and OEMs.
The team is hiring a Territory Sales Manager to manage accounts and grow business throughout the north metro. They are targeting candidates with at least 2 years of sales experience and a background in automation. This role requires local travel throughout the north metro, with no overnights.
The company offers competitive compensation through base salary ($75k+) & commission, travel and accommodation reimbursement, comprehensive benefits, and a fantastic company culture. Most employees have been at the company for over 25 years!
Regional Sales Manager – Foodservice
Our client is a local manufacturer with nearly 100 years of rich history and success. An innovative leader within manufacturing and technology, they have provided solutions to many industries: foodservice, retail, government, and others.
To facilitate continued growth, they are partnering with SkyWater to find a Regional Sales Manager for their foodservice division. This individual will be driving sales efforts through trusted rep groups throughout the central US. The ideal candidate has experience selling equipment or products through rep groups into restaurants and food chains.
A leader for the company, this Regional Sales Manager will be hands-on with their rep groups for sales outreach as they build out an already successful territory. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy strategizing and building out new sales plans, and can drive business, this is a great opportunity for you.
They offer competitive base salary of $110k+, strong bonus plan, and full benefits.
HRIS Manager
HRIS Manager (Workday Experience Required)
Location: Roseville, MN (Hybrid, 3 days/week onsite)
Compensation: $125,000–$135,000 base + STI bonus + full benefits
SkyWater is proud to partner with a fast-growing, private equity-backed science and technology services organization serving Fortune 500s, government agencies, and biotech innovators. Founded in the late 1970s, this U.S.-based firm has scaled to over 5,000 employees through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. With a mission rooted in scientific integrity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, they’re expanding their HR function—and this HRIS Manager role is a key part of that journey.
This is a pivotal opportunity where your leadership will help shape the future of data, systems, and strategy. The ideal candidate will bring both Workday expertise and a process-minded approach to elevate the organization’s HR technology experience.
The Opportunity:
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Be a key architect of a scalable, enterprise-wide Workday environment during a major HR transformation.
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Partner cross-functionally with HR, IT, and Finance to drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation.
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Help lead and mentor a small but capable HRIS team.
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Join a mission-driven, collaborative culture with strong leadership investment in infrastructure and talent.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead & support configuration, optimization, and governance of the Workday platform across all modules for a September go-live implementation date.
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Build and execute a long-term roadmap aligned to organizational goals.
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Ensure system integrity, secure data governance, and streamlined integration with Finance and other platforms.
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Mentor and develop a two-person HRIS team while driving Workday enhancements and process automation
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Oversee reporting strategy, drive automation, and promote user adoption.
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Collaborate on compliance updates, system enhancements, and change management initiatives.
Qualifications:
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5+ years in HRIS, with 3+ years of direct, hands-on Workday administration experience (required).
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Experience managing or mentoring HRIS team members.
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Strong project management, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills.
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Expertise in HR operations, data governance, compliance, and security protocols.
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Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, or related field.
Preferred Experience
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Workday Pro Certification
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SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR
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Experience in HR tech transformations, M&A, and advanced analytics/reporting
Note: Only applicants with Workday experience will be considered.
To explore this opportunity, apply directly, or email Danielle Smith at DSmith@skywatersearch.com.
This role is high-impact, high-visibility, and ideal for a systems thinker who leads with both curiosity and credibility
Senior Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction
Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex civil infrastructure projects, including highway expansions, urban transit systems, and multimodal transportation corridors. This role is responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle—from preconstruction planning through final delivery—while ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and compliance with regulatory and client standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Direct overall construction operations for large-scale roadway and transit infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with design documents, project milestones, and contractual obligations.
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Oversee the preparation of detailed cost estimates, resource plans, and bid strategies, incorporating current market conditions and production trends.
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Interpret technical specifications, coordinate submittals, and manage approval workflows with public agencies and engineering consultants.
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Lead the development and administration of project budgets, forecasts, and change management processes; ensure proper documentation and authorization of all modifications.
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Monitor field productivity, conduct variance analysis, and drive performance improvements through data-backed decision-making.
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Manage negotiations for scope changes, subcontract agreements, and vendor pricing to ensure favorable terms and timely delivery.
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Review feasibility analyses and preliminary financial evaluations for prospective transportation projects.
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Implement and maintain project-specific cost tracking systems, earned value metrics, and schedule reporting in accordance with DOT and transit authority standards.
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Supervise quality control procedures, safety compliance, and environmental mitigation measures across multiple job sites.
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Serve as the primary liaison with public clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, representing the company in all contract, progress, and dispute resolution meetings.
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Coordinate procurement strategies and lead value engineering reviews to optimize project outcomes.
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Lead teams of engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors, ensuring effective coordination across disciplines and trades.
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Oversee preparation of quantity takeoffs, scope validation, and constructability reviews during both preconstruction and active phases.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Minimum 7–10 years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on DOT roadway, earthwork, or rail/transit infrastructure
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Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related technical field
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Proven leadership in managing large-scale transportation projects from award through closeout
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Advanced knowledge of construction documentation, change order processes, and public agency coordination
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Proficiency with industry-standard software (e.g., Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, MS Project, and Excel)
Payroll Manager
Payroll Manager
Location: Roseville, MN (Hybrid, 3 days/week onsite)
Compensation: $100,000–$110,000 base + STI bonus + full benefits
SkyWater is proud to partner with a fast-growing, private equity-backed science and technology services organization serving Fortune 500s, government agencies, and biotech innovators. Founded in the late 1970s, this U.S.-based firm has scaled to over 5,000 employees through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. With a mission rooted in scientific integrity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, they’re expanding their HR function—and this Payroll Manager role is a key part of that journey.
Why You’ll Join:
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Be the subject matter expert leading payroll for a large, multi-state workforce spanning nearly all 50 states
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Partner closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure smooth, compliant operations
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Join a collaborative and values-driven culture that champions accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement
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Contribute to high-impact work in a growing company with a strong Life Sciences division and national footprint
What You’ll Do:
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Lead all aspects of payroll for 5 FEINs and both weekly/bi-weekly cycles
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Oversee and develop payroll staff (1 direct report); provide coaching, performance management, and support
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Own Workday payroll system oversight, compliance, auditing, and process documentation
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Navigate complex tax matters, post-acquisition integrations, and state-by-state compliance issues
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Serve as the internal payroll go-to for escalations, system integrity, vendor management, and HRIS enhancements
What We’re Looking For:
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4+ years of payroll leadership in a multi-state environment (preferably nearly all 50 states)
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Proven experience with payroll tax, auditing, compliance, and post-acquisition payroll transition
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Proficiency in Workday (required) and ADP backend exposure
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Ability to manage both strategic projects and hands-on execution in a high-volume setting
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Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and a sharp eye for process improvement
If you’re qualified and interested in this position, feel free to apply, or reach out to Danielle Smith, directly at DSmith@skywatersearch.com
Director of Talent Acquistion
Our client is a 50-year-old, private equity-backed national professional services company delivering scientific and technical support across a broad range of industries. As the organization continues its strong trajectory of growth and transformation, we are seeking a Director of Talent Acquisition to join the HR leadership team and lead enterprise-wide talent acquisition strategy.
This is a critical leadership role responsible for designing and executing scalable, forward-looking recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will be a strategic thought partner to senior leadership, championing talent initiatives that drive performance, innovation, and organizational growth.
The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with operational excellence, bringing a proven ability to attract top talent, elevate the employer brand, and build a data-driven, inclusive hiring culture. This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with hybrid work flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a long-term talent acquisition strategy that aligns with business growth objectives, workforce planning, and the company’s value proposition.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives and business leaders, translating talent needs into actionable hiring strategies.
- Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing talent acquisition team, fostering a culture of accountability, agility, and continuous improvement.
- Optimize recruitment processes, systems, and tools to increase efficiency, enhance candidate experience, and ensure hiring excellence.
- Design and deliver compelling employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives to position the company as a top employer in a competitive talent market.
- Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in recruitment practices, ensuring access to a wide and representative talent pool.
- Leverage workforce analytics and labor market insights to inform strategic decisions, measure success, and continuously refine approach.
- Establish and manage metrics, scorecards, and reporting to demonstrate the ROI of talent acquisition strategies and identify performance trends.
- Drive strategic programs such as university recruiting, internship development, and talent pipelining to build a sustainable workforce pipeline.
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement tools and assessments that enhance selection processes and support long-term talent development.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure talent initiatives align with company priorities and culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus.
- 7+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
- Proven ability to lead, inspire, and scale recruitment teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Deep knowledge of modern sourcing methods, employer branding, assessments, and recruiting technologies; Workday experience preferred.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive strategic decisions and improve outcomes.
- Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
- Experience in private equity or high-growth environments preferred.
Senior Internal Auditor
SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with a global organization to help them identify a Senior Internal Auditor to join their growing team. As the Senior Auditor, you will conduct comprehensive audits at domestic and international locations, assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, compliance with accounting standards, and alignment with corporate policies and regulations. You’ll collaborate with leadership to drive continuous improvement in audit practices and support strategic risk mitigation efforts across the organization.
