Business Partner, Human Resources

Aecon Group Inc.

Human Resources Business Partner overseeing HR strategies for complex multi-site operations in Canada and the U.S. Collaborating with leadership to enhance workforce planning and employee relations.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLead💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Human Resources, particularly in HR Business Partner roles, with a strong focus on employee relations, compensation analysis, and performance management. Possesses in-depth knowledge of Canadian and U.S. employment laws and HR practices, along with the ability to influence and build partnerships across all organizational levels.

Highest-signal resume keywords

8+ Years Human Resources ExperienceHR Business Partner RoleCanadian and U.S. Employment LawsCHRL Designation or Equivalent CertificationCompensation Analysis

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisPerformance ManagementEmployee DevelopmentHR Data IntegrityAudit OversightJob DesignWorkforce PlanningOrganizational Change ManagementEmployee RelationsQuality Control

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsRelationship-BuildingInfluencing SkillsCoaching SkillsBusiness Acumen

Certifications & Qualifications

CHRL DesignationSHRM-SCPSPHR

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEmployee RelationsCompensation ReviewWorkforce Needs AssessmentMulti-Site OperationsOrganizational Risk MitigationTalent MovementProgressive HR ExperienceLabour RelationsOrganizational Psychology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with business leaders to assess workforce needs, define new and replacement roles, advise on job design and role requirements.
Facilitate internal talent movement to align with evolving operational needs and organizational changes.
Conduct compensation analyses for new hires, promotions, transfers, and other workforce changes, providing recommendations to business leaders.
Lead annual compensation review activities, including base pay reviews and employee communications.
Drive performance management and employee development initiatives.
Ensure HR data integrity through audit oversight and payroll-related quality controls.
Provide strategic employee relations guidance, resolving workplace issues and mitigating organizational risk.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 5 years in an HR Business Partner role supporting complex, multi-site operations.
Demonstrated experience supporting both Canada and U.S.-based employees and leaders, with strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. employment laws and HR practices.
Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Psychology, Labour Relations, or a related field.
CHRL designation (Canada) or equivalent U.S. certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is preferred.
Strong business acumen and expertise across core HR disciplines.
Proven ability to influence, coach, and build trusted partnerships with leaders and employees at all levels of the organization.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Invest in your development through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
Create work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups.
Participate in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to harness our collective strengths.