HR Manager, Infrastructure (On-Site)

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm seeks an On-Site HR Manager for a rail transit project in Oshawa, Ontario. This role involves overseeing HR services, managing employee relations, and collaborating with project leadership to ensure effective HR practices. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7 years in HR, particularly in on-site environments, and strong analytical skills. Compensation ranges from $103,950 to $127,050 annually, and the firm values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Recognition as a top employer

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of HR experience, preferably in on-site roles within JV projects.
• Ability to use data to inform HR decisions.
• Solid understanding of HR processes and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of HR services for the project.
• Build relationships with project leaders and HR teams.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Analytical skills

Change management

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

College or trade diploma in Human Resources

Job description

Description

Are you an HR Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves building relationships? This is your opportunity to join an exciting multi-year rail transit project in Oshawa, Ontario. As the On-Site HR Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of HR services across the site and ensuring alignment with broader corporate HR policies, programs, and governance requirements.

You will work closely with the HR Business Partners, Project Leadership, and Labour Relations to deliver HR support. In your new role you will lead the Site HR Coordinator and work closely with Project Leadership, Labour Relations, and Shared Services teams to ensure consistent, compliant, and effective HR practices across the project.

If you're a strong relationship builder who is organized, proactive, and passionate about creating a great employee experience, this is the perfect opportunity. Join our true blue team today in Oshawa, ON by applying today!

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of HR services for the project, ensuring practices are consistent, compliant, and aligned with the broader HR frameworks of the organizations involved.
• Build strong relationships with project leaders and maintain appropriate connection points with HR teams from each parent company to support clarity and consistency in HR practices.
• Provide practical guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, talent needs, and people‑related risks, using data and insights to support project objectives.
• Adapt corporate HR programs and processes to the project environment, ensuring they are implemented effectively and in a way that supports operational needs.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, grievances, performance issues, and conflict resolution, in collaboration with Labour Relations.
• Ensure proper administration of collective agreements and participate in Labour Management Meetings with unions, site management, and LR teams.
• Provide oversight and direction for all site‑level HR practices, ensuring onboarding, workforce support, HR administration, and employee lifecycle processes are executed accurately and consistently.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Site HR Coordinator, ensuring strong performance, capability growth, and consistent delivery of HR services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of human resources experience, with preferred consideration for applicants who have worked in on‑site HR roles within joint venture (JV) project environments.
• College, trade, or technical diploma in Human Resources or related field is desirable.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand project operations and connect people considerations to business outcomes.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Solid understanding of HR processes, programs, and legislation, with the ability to guide and influence leaders on their application.
• Effective change‑management capability to support leaders and teams through organizational transitions.
• Proven coaching, facilitation, conflict‑resolution, and relationship‑management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to address challenging questions and engage in constructive dialogue.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• High level of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Collaborative, service‑oriented approach with the ability to work independently while staying aligned with broader HR practices and expectations.

Compensation

$103,950 - $127,050 Annually

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full‑scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.