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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.\nSafety 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.\nAt Aecon, you can count on:\nSafety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus - today and always.\nIntegrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.\nAccountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.\nInclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.\nWe 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.\nAt Aecon we:\nEnsure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.\nAre 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.\nAre 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.\nOperate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.\nOur 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.\nWhat is the Opportunity?\nCanAtom, a joint venture between AtkinsRéalis and Aecon, is delivering the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Refurbishment Project under a collaborative contract with Ontario Power Generation. The joint venture is underway to complete the retube, feeder, and boiler replacement (RFBR) of Units 5-8. Building on the successful delivery of the Darlington Refurbishment Project, the CanAtom team brings proven experience in safely executing complex nuclear projects on time and on budget to support Ontario’s clean energy future.\nThe Project Human Resources Manager will report to the Director, Human Resources, with a dotted line to the Pickering Refurbishment Deputy Project Director. This position will act as an advisor for the Joint Venture projects and is a hands-on, dynamic role that provides coaching to managers and employees regarding human resources policies, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, training and development, and recruitment.\nIn addition, this role will be responsible for ensuring alignment between Atkins Realis, Aecon, and Joint Venture human resources practices through the creation of processes and procedures.\nWhat You'll Do Here:\nOversee HR activities on the project and ensure that all activities are in accordance with human resources policies and in compliance with federal and provincial employment and labour laws, acceptable practices, and regulations.\nJoint Venture Specific Duties\nAct as the single point of contact for employees and managers assigned to the Joint Venture projects.\nSupport the rollout of various home company, corporate, project, and client employee development and engagement programs and initiatives.\nLead a project-based Human Resources team.\nManage JV employee lists and project assignment letters, determining policy eligibility for all new project staff, including company and project transfers.\nProvide oversight of the project Living Out Allowance process, in conjunction with Administration and in accordance with the Travel and Per Diem Policy, including tracking and collecting all necessary forms and supporting documentation.\nWork closely with the home company Human Resources teams to keep them continually up to date on all project Human Resources issues.\nOwn and work closely with the home companies on onboarding, as well as with the project onboarding team, ensuring all new employees have the proper equipment and access for their first day, including IT setup, project hire announcements, etc.\nParticipate in Joint Venture Senior Leadership and Safety Management meetings.\nPerform other duties as assigned by project leadership.\nRecruitment\nManage job descriptions and revise as needed.\nMaintain the project recruitment tracker and hiring schedule for the weekly resource meeting.\nProvide headcount projection and strategic workforce planning support.\nCollaborate with hiring managers to schedule and participate in interviews.\nInterview alongside hiring managers, performing thorough candidate assessments.\nCompensation & Benefits\nConduct compensation impact analyses as required, including streamlining, organizational structure analysis, market data assessments, and recommendations.\nWork with the home company Human Resources team on any disability case management matters.\nEmployee Relations\nProvide effective situation and conflict management, working closely with managers to ensure employee relations issues are handled professionally and in a timely manner.\nIdentify potential employee relations issues, resolving them as appropriate and escalating to Legal and Corporate Human Resources as needed.\nProvide proactive HR communications support, including town halls, leadership and operational team meetings, etc.\nConduct case management and investigations.\nCoach managers and employees as required, applying progressive discipline principles as appropriate.\nInterpret and apply JV policies.\nWork closely with applicable home company HR teams to facilitate promotions, demotions, transfers, relocations, retirements, and terminations in a professional manner, ensuring a balance between project and employee needs.\nTalent Management\nSupport managers with performance management and objective setting during the regular cycle, as well as when required, by creating clear connections to project plans.\nFacilitate talent reviews for the project teams and ensure appropriate follow-up on actions.\nEnsure training needs for the business are evaluated and appropriate training is selected, reinforced, and tracked.\nSupport succession management initiatives and ensure appropriate succession plans are in place for the project.\nSupervisory Responsibilities\nHuman Resources Business Partner.\nHuman Resources Administrator.\nHuman Resources Coordinator.\nCo-op student(s) as required.\nWhat You Bring to the Team:\nPost-secondary school education in Human Resources Management.\nMinimum 7 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner function, with preference for people leadership experience.\nDemonstrated partnership with senior leaders, consultative decision making, and hands-on employee relations support.\nVersatility and full scope HR portfolio capability (end-to-end employee life cycle) including workforce planning, recruitment strategy, onboarding, performance management, development planning, compensation discussions, investigations, and offboarding.\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment with high resiliency. Previous experience working on a Joint Venture major project is a strong asset.\nExperience working in a unionized environment.\nValid driver’s license and access to a vehicle, with willingness to frequently travel to project sites within Ontario.\nSuperior problem-solving skills and the ability to demonstrate agility in creating valuable solutions to complex issues quickly.\nTactful and effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels within the organization and influence as required.\nAbility to build consensus among peers to support human resources strategies.\nAccurate and detail-oriented with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.\nVersatility in the HR portfolio is required, including the full scope of the employee life cycle, compensation, recruitment, and talent management. Organizational development experience is an asset.\nStrong Microsoft Office and HRIS knowledge; SAP, SuccessFactors, and Workday are assets.\nFiscal Responsibility\nFiscal responsibility as defined by home company Policy & Procedure, Limits of Authority.\nFiscal responsibility as required by the Joint Venture agreement.\nExtent of Public Contact\nCustomers, suppliers, and JV partners.\nProject managers, project personnel, and estimating personnel.\nTrades personnel and union business agents.\nPhysical Demands\nVarious work locations, including the Pickering Offices, Pickering Site, and JV home offices.\nTravel as necessary.\nOther Qualifications\nOur background check process includes a full security check and clearance process, as well as reference checks. The security clearance process includes a comprehensive list of previous residences, employment, education, and other pertinent information.\nThe expected pay range for this role is $110,000 - $125,000 per year.\nIndividual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.\nAecon 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.\nWe 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.\nAs 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. 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