Human Resources Lead

Come Build Your Career at Aecon
As a North American 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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?
Aecon's Civil East sector is a cornerstone of our construction and infrastructure operations, delivering innovative solutions to some of the most complex and impactful projects globally. Renowned for its expertise in heavy civil construction, our Civil East sector specializes in building essential infrastructure that powers economies and enhances communities.

Our portfolio features cutting-edge work on bridges, highways, tunnels, and airports to name a few In the Caribbean region, we are leveraging our expertise and collaborative approach to deliver world-class infrastructure projects tailored to meet the unique needs of the island communities.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Lead to join our U.S Virgin Islands (USVI) team. Based in USVI, the Human Resources Lead will be responsible for supporting HR activities on the project and ensure that all are in accordance with human resources policies and in compliance with employment and labour laws, acceptable practices and regulations for our Civil team.

What You'll Do Here

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers assigned for HR related matter.
• Support the roll-out of project and client employee development and engagement programs and initiatives.
• Oversee the recruitment process for project staff such as construction site employees, administrative and project management staff, in coordination with the project's leadership team and JV partners.
• Develop and maintain an effective onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all new employees have the proper equipment and access for their first day, including IT setup and project hire announcements, to ensure a smooth integration into the project.
• Ensure the company adheres to all labor laws, and industry standards within the project location or additional jurisdictions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR strategies that support the achievement of project goals.
• Responsible for working closely with administrative team to ensure all transactions related to the employee life cycle are submitted accurately and within the required payroll deadlines (i.e. new hire paperwork, terminations, benefits, compensation changes, taxable benefits, project uplifts).
• Work in coordination with the parent companies' HR or leadership representatives to coordinate any matters that impact their employees.
• Effective situation/ conflict management while working closely with managers to ensure employee relations issues are handled professionally and timely.
• Identify potential employee relations issues, resolving as appropriate and escalating to legal and corporate Human Resources as needed.
• Interpret and apply the policies and procedures of joint venture agreements, ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions across all HR practices.

What You Bring To The Team

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or a related field
• A minimum of 3 years of HR Generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws and safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic and matrixed environment/ structure.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to demonstrate agility in creating valuable solutions to complex issues quickly.
• Versatility in HR portfolio is required, full scope employee life cycle, compensation, recruitment, talent management.
• Organizational development experience is an asset.
• Tactful and effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels within the organization and influence as required.
• Ability to build a consensus among peers to support human resources strategies
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism
• Experience in construction industry would be a valuable asset

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.