HR / Recruitment Manager

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy and partnering every day to build connect power and strengthen our communities.

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Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments through initiatives like Equity Diversity & Inclusion training our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

As the Human Resources Manager you overseeand support all HR functions including employee relations performance management talent acquisition training and development and compensation benefits for the Joint Venture (JV) this role you will work closely with the Project/Partner teams to ensure HR strategies/initiatives support business objectives and enhance overall employee experience and engagement.

Employee Relations
Effective situation/ conflict management working closely with managers to ensure employee relations issues are handled professionally and timely
Identify potential employee relations issues resolving as appropriate and elevating to legal and parent companys HR leads as needed
Proactive outreach HR communications (supporting town halls leadership/ operational team meetings etc.)
Case management and investigations
Coaching managers and employees as required applying progressive discipline principles as appropriate
JV Policy creation interpretation and application
Work closely with applicable home company HR teams to facilitate promotions demotions transfers relocations retirements and terminations in a professional balance between project and employee needs
Recruitment
Advise parent companies on role requirements development of role profiles and job analysis
Provide headcount projection and strategic workforce planning support
Collaborate with hiring managers to schedule and participate in interviews as needed
Interview alongside hiring managers performing thorough candidate assessments
Work with the Home Company Human Resources team on any disability case management

Talent Management
Support managers with performance management and objective setting during the regular cycle as well as when creating clear connections to Project plans
Facilitate Talent Reviews for the project teams and ensure appropriate follow-up on actions
Ensure training needs for the business are evaluated and appropriate training selected reinforced and tracked
Support succession management initiatives and ensure appropriate succession plans are in place for the project
HR Team Management
~ Work closely with the home company Human Resources teams to keep them continually up to date on all project Human Resources issues

Post secondary education in Human Resources Management
Minimum 7 years experience in an HR Business Partner function with preference for people leadership experience
Demonstrated partnership with senior leaders consultative decisionmaking and handson employee relations support.
Versatility and fullscope HR portfolio capability (endtoend employee life cycle) including workforce planning recruitment strategy onboarding performance management development planning compensation discussions investigations and offboarding
Previous experience working on JV major project is a strong asset
Superior problem-solving skills ability to manage complex scenarios
Ability to build a consensus among peers to support human resources strategies
Strong Microsoft Office and HRIS knowledge
Other considerations may include certifications specialized 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 Aecons AI Usage Policy.