Human Resources Business Partner - Markham

Associated Engineering; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shareholder opportunity

Pension plan

Health benefits (medical/dental/vision

Fitness allowance

Employee assistance programs

Mental health supports

Paid time off and holiday closure

Paid sick time and parental leave top‑

Mentoring programs

Professional development hours

Social events and volunteering

Job summary

Associated Engineering seeks an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support Ontario Operations. This role acts as a trusted advisor to leaders, delivering day-to-day HR services and shaping longer-term people strategy across Markham, Niagara on the Lake, and Kitchener.

Flexible/hybrid work arrangements and competitive compensation accompany a strong benefits package, including pension, health plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• CHRP or CHRL designation strongly preferred.
• Experience in engineering, professional services, consulting, or project-based organizations.
• Track record partnering with operational leaders in multi-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to Ontario operational leaders on all people matters.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment in partnership with hiring managers.
• Facilitate onboarding and cultural integration for new hires.
• Provide timely, practical, legally sound guidance on employee relations.
• Ensure consistent application of policies and employment legislation across Ontario.
• Support performance management, career development, and succession planning.
• Manage leaves of absence with Payroll & Benefits Team.
• Support terminations and conduct exit interviews.
• Contribute to HR reporting, metrics, and analytics.

Skills

HRBP experience

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Stakeholder management

Coaching and influencing

Communication

Education

Degree in HR or related field

CHRP/CHRL designation

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support our Ontario Operations. This full-scope people role will serve as a trusted advisor to operational leaders and employees alike, driving day‑to‑day HR delivery and longer‑term people strategy.

Reporting to the Vice President & General Manager, Ontario, you will serve as the primary people partner embedded within the Ontario business. You will collaborate closely with Associated Engineering’s People & Culture team to bring company-wide programs to life locally and champion the needs of the Ontario Operations.

This role can be based out of our Markham, Niagara on the Lake, or Kitchener offices.

What We Offer

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position.

• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews

• $90,000 - $110,000 salary range
• Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long‑term growth & success
• Matching company pension program, increasing over time

• Comprehensive benefits including:
• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Fitness allowance
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Mental health supports

• Paid time off so that you can recharge, including:
• Generous paid vacation
• Paid office closure over December holiday break
• Industry leading paid sick time
• Maternity/paternity leave top‑up program

• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
• Formal mentoring programs
• Paid professional development hours

• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
• Company‑wide social events
• Regular lunch‑and‑learns
• Community volunteer opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to Ontario operational leaders on all people matters, aligning HR strategy with business goals.
• Provide insights on industry trends to support Ontario's Business Plan.
• Lead end‑to‑end recruitment in partnership with hiring managers.
• Facilitate onboarding experience for new hires, ensuring cultural integration and engagement.
• Provide timely, practical, and legally sound guidance to leaders and employees on employee relations matters.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of company policies and employment legislation across Ontario.
• Conduct thorough and objective workplace investigations when required.
• Support managers in difficult conversations, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary processes.
• Coach and support people leaders in career development conversations.
• Collaborate with Ontario Leadership team to identify learning and development needs.
• Support the execution of performance management, career development, talent reviews, and succession planning.
• Support the local rollout of compensation review cycles, benefit programs, and other people programs.
• Manage leave of absences in partnership with the Payroll & Benefits Team.
• Support voluntary and involuntary terminations and conduct exit interviews.
• Ensure HR systems are properly used and HR data is accurate.
• Contribute to HR reporting, metrics, and analytics.
• Support the Ontario Leadership team and business with change management efforts.

Does this sound like you?

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience, including HRBP or HR Generalist roles.
• CHRP or CHRL designation is strongly preferred.
• Experience in engineering, professional services, consulting, or project‑based organization.
• Track record of partnering with operational leaders in a multi‑site, geographically distributed environment.
• Solid working knowledge of Ontario employment legislation.
• Experience supporting full‑cycle recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning processes.
• Strong employee relations skills with workplace investigations experience.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and influence people leaders at multiple levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer‑service centric style with ability to provide world‑class HR services.

About Us

At Associated Engineering, we’re passionate about the work we do and the communities we live and work in. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon‑neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our Company Culture Is Shaped By

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium‑sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

What’s next?

Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today!

Want more information?

• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn.
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.