Human Resources Business Partner

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) , to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What Is  The Opportunity?

Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) was selected by Metrolinx to deliver the Scarborough Subway Extension – Stations, Rails and Systems (SSE-SRS) package. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city.

As part of the Scarborough Transit Connect project based in Scarborough, Aecon is looking for a qualified Human Resources Business Partner to join our team. 

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Business Partner is embedded with construction operations and provides hands-on HR and labour relations support across active project sites. The role partners closely with construction leaders, superintendents, forepersons and site teams, with a significant focus on labour relations, collective agreement administration and effective relationships with union representatives. The successful candidate must bring construction-sector experience and demonstrated experience interfacing with LiUNA Local 183 and IUOE Local 793. 

What You Will Do

• Maintain a regular presence at active construction sites and develop a strong understanding of construction schedules, workforce requirements, subcontractor interfaces and site-level people risks. 

• Partner with construction leadership on workforce mobilisation and demobilisation, hiring and dispatch needs, onboarding, transfers, layoffs, terminations, attendance, conduct and performance matters. 

• Coach superintendents, forepersons and project leaders on consistent people practices, documentation, issue resolution and application of HR and labour relations requirements. 

• Identify emerging workforce or labour issues early and provide practical recommendations that support safe, productive and uninterrupted construction operations. 

• Coordinate with Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Health and Safety and project controls to resolve site workforce issues accurately and promptly. 

• Serve as a day-to-day HR and labour relations contact for unionised construction activities, working directly with union business representatives and job stewards, including LiUNA  and IUOE Local 793. 

• Interpret and support the consistent administration of applicable collective agreements, including provisions related to classifications, hiring or dispatch, hours of work, overtime, premiums, pay, benefits and pension contributions, union security, layoffs, discipline, grievances and subcontracting. 

• Manage or support grievances from initial review through resolution, maintain accurate case documentation and prepare materials for labour-management meetings, mediation, arbitration or legal review as required. 

• Support investigations and progressive discipline involving bargaining-unit employees, ensuring decisions are timely, fact-based, well documented and aligned with collective agreement obligations. 

• Build constructive relationships with union representatives and participate in labour-management meetings to address concerns, resolve disputes and support effective project delivery. 

• Monitor labour relations trends, jurisdictional or trade-interface concerns and potential workforce disruptions, escalating risks and recommending mitigation strategies. 

• Partner with managers on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, performance concerns, progressive discipline and resolution strategies, while managing risk and ensuring timely follow-through. 

• Advise, counsel and coach managers and employees on company policies, employment practices, performance management, objective setting and Individual Development Plans. 

• Support employee movement, including promotions, demotions, transfers, relocations, retirements, layoffs and terminations, balancing organisational and employee needs. 

• Complete compensation analysis for new hires, promotions, transfers and other workforce transitions, and present recommendations to business leaders. 

• Participate in year-end compensation and incentive plan activities, including base-pay review, incentive administration and distribution of employee letters. 

• Facilitate talent and capability reviews, support succession planning, identify development needs and coordinate appropriate learning solutions. 

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity, sound judgement and professionalism. 

Experience You Will Bring

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration or a related discipline. 

• A minimum of five years of progressive Human Resources or Labour Relations experience, including direct experience supporting construction operations and active project sites. 

• Demonstrated experience interfacing with LiUNA Local 183 and IUOE Local 793 is required. 

• Practical experience interpreting and administering construction collective agreements and managing grievances, discipline, layoffs and union-related workforce issues. 

• Strong knowledge of construction operations, site workforce practices and the pace and complexity of a major infrastructure project. 

• Proven ability to build credible relationships with construction leaders, superintendents, forepersons, union representatives and bargaining-unit employees. 

• Strong investigation, negotiation, conflict-resolution, documentation and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to work independently, manage urgent site matters and travel regularly between construction sites and project offices; flexibility to support off-shift or weekend work when operationally required. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or another enterprise HR system is an asset. 

• CHRL designation, or progress towards the designation, is an asset. 

Reason for vacancy: New

The expected pay range for this role is $85,000 - 95,000 per year.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialist training, and the complexity or scope of the role

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.