Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

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.

 

At Aecon, you can count on:

Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all. Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage. Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments. Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

 

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

 

At Aecon we:

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs. 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. Are a leader in sustainable construction. 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. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

 

What is the Opportunity?
Reporting to the Sr. Director, Human Resources, the HR Business Partner, will be responsible for day-to-day decision making and prioritizing; with a focus on providing consultation to the business on strategic planning and employment related issues, while developing and managing human resources programs and procedures for departmental development with our Joint Venture projects. The Human Resources Business Partner will be skilled in communicating to inform, influence, and explain across a wide range of levels and audiences within the organization, and at times may facilitate difficult conversations.  

What You’ll Do Here:

 

Key Responsibilities

Perform workforce planning activities including creating project mobilization/ demobilization plans, employee rotation, and succession planning, all while leveraging data and analytics to inform decisions Build strong relationships with HR counterparts on JVs to ensure ongoing collaboration and effective support of Aecon’s seconded employees Actively monitor and engage with seconded employees on JVs to ensure a strong pulse on movement, retention, and engagement of Aecon’s talent Maintain a pulse on workforce concerns or developments and provide pragmatic and timely solutions to address issues that impact the attainment of business objectives

 

Compensation & Benefits

Complete compensation analysis for workforce transitions and present recommendations to the business leaders (ex. new hires, promotions, transfers)  Participate in year-end compensation review exercise for applicable client groups, including base pay review and STIP (Short Term Incentive Plan) administration, and distribution of employee letters  Provide STIP level change recommendations to management team where applicable  Work with business leadership team in constructing business cases when submitting “specials” for salary increase as applicable  Support compensation survey participation for the line of business (i.e. summarizing data, reviewing submissions for relevance, etc.) 

 
Disability Management

Educate the employee on the process, benefit entitlements and maintain regular communication  Educate the business leaders on the disability program and policies  Update the business leaders on open cases and provide recommendations on potential next steps  Coordinate the employee’s return to work plan, including any accommodations that must be met 

 
Employee Relations

Effective situation/conflict management, working closely with managers and Project HR to ensure employee relations issues are handled professionally and timely and to minimize risks to the business  Proactive outreach on HR communications (ex. supporting town halls, leadership/operational team meetings, etc.) to improve the employer-employee relationship  Conduct investigations and deal with grievances when appropriate  Provide advice, council, support and coach managers and employees as required  Coach managers and employees on performance management, including company performance reviews and Individual Development Plans (IDP)  Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) support and preparation, applying progressive discipline principles as appropriate  Provide guidance, direction and advice to the Management team and employees regarding employment related issues including, but not limited to, the interpretation of company policies & procedures, recruitment & selection strategy, performance management, terminations, strategic planning, training & development and benefits administration  Work closely with applicable client groups to facilitate promotions, demotions, transfers, relocations, retirements, and terminations in a professional manner. Ensuring balance between organizational and employee needs  Conduct layoffs/terminations as required, work with terminated employees during negotiations if applicable 

 
Talent Management

Provide advice, council and feedback on performance management strategy, ensuring business needs and individual objectives are linked  Facilitate training or in-house learning sessions for managers and employees as required  Facilitate Talent Reviews (9-box) / Capability Reviews and ensure appropriate follow up on actions  Ensure training needs for the business are evaluated and appropriate training selected & rolled out  Support succession management initiatives 

 
Corporate Programs

Support the roll-out of various corporate and UTS specific initiatives as required  Take part in new/developing HR initiatives as required (ex. Performance Management Team)  Support the taxable benefit program 

 
HR Team Support

Support and oversee the daily direction of the HR Administrator (play key mentorship role to less experienced team members)  Work with administrators to ensure they can address employee inquiries regarding company benefit programs and services, payroll inquiries, etc 

 
HR Metrics & System Utilization

Oversee audits to ensure the accuracy of employment information submitted to payroll and processed in the system  Navigate through SAP effectively to provide timely support to managers/employees  Complete ad hoc reports as requested  Train others / aid others as required on how to navigate through systems (ex. SAP, ESS, MSS) 

 
Training & Development

Collect feedback on training needs and provide feedback to the training & development team for coordination  Promote the various internal training resources available to managers and employees  Conduct talent assessments and identify next leaders and high performers (HIPOs) for nomination-based training such as Aecon's Next Generations 

 

What You Bring to the Team: 

A minimum of 5 years of experience in a progressive Human Resources role Post-secondary school education in Human Resources Management or Business Administration Experience with working in a matrixed environment and engaging/obtaining buy-in from various stakeholders Working towards the CHRL designation, or completed CHRL designation is an asset Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Previous ERP experience, in particular working experience with SAP considered an asset Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism Ability to solve problems moderately complex in nature and make routine recommendations;  Ability to work proactively and positively as part of a team acting with a sense of urgency;  Great customer service focus;  Solid working knowledge of the major elements of Human Resources and its systems and processes;  Ability to liaise and form positive relationships with all levels of employees and management

 

 

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.