Strengthening HR Compliance and Culture
for an Architecture Practice
Objective
Centralize HR operations to ensure compliance, enhance employee engagement, and foster a strong, cohesive company culture that supports retention and growth.
Background
An architecture firm with 35 employees, based in Florida, faced challenges managing HR compliance, improving employee retention, and building a positive company culture. The firm’s leadership struggled to balance HR management with their core focus on client projects, leading to gaps in compliance and inconsistent employee engagement. To support the company's growth, they needed to centralize HR functions, ensure compliance, and create a culture that fostered long-term employee commitment.
The Transformation
Challenges:​
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Compliance Gaps: Difficulty keeping up with Florida state labor laws and industry-specific regulations.
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Employee Retention Issues: The firm struggled to retain key talent, impacting project continuity and overall performance.
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Cultural Misalignment: Lack of a unified company culture led to employee disengagement and inconsistent collaboration across teams.
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HR Management Overload: The executive team was overburdened with HR tasks, reducing their ability to focus on project execution and strategic growth.
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HCCI’s Strategic Approach:
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Conducted an HR audit to identify compliance issues, gaps in employee engagement, and areas for cultural improvement.
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Centralized HR processes, streamlining payroll, compliance, and benefits administration to ensure the firm fully adhered to Florida labor laws.
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Developed and implemented a company-wide culture initiative to build a more connected, engaged workforce and improve overall employee satisfaction.
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Designed retention strategies tailored to the architecture firm’s needs, focusing on engagement, recognition, and long-term career development for employees.
Ongoing HR Administration & Support
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Continued HR Outsourcing and Administration: HCCI manages ongoing HR administration and support, ensuring compliance and agility across all operations. This includes payroll, benefits administration, and compliance tracking.
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Culture and Training: We update cultural programs and training modules regularly, ensuring they are effective and relevant to foster employee engagement.
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Leadership and Team Development: HCCI provides ongoing support and coaching, helping leaders and teams effectively address industry challenges and enhance performance.
Remarkable Outcomes
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100% Compliance with Florida Regulations: The firm achieved full compliance, reducing legal risks and creating smoother operations.
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40% Improvement in Employee Retention: Tailored retention strategies significantly reduced turnover, leading to more stable project teams and consistent client satisfaction.
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Cultural Alignment Achieved: New cultural initiatives increased employee engagement and morale, fostering a more cohesive, productive workplace environment.
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Executive Focus on Growth Restored: Centralizing HR management allowed the leadership team to prioritize business growth and client relationships, enhancing overall firm performance.
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