Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist

Carlson Construction Group; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Company-paid RRSP contributions

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits

Fitness & well-being stipend

Job summary

Carlson Construction Group is seeking a Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist to attract top talent and craft exceptional employee experiences from day one. The role partners with hiring managers to identify talent needs, coordinate hiring activities, and ensure smooth integration of new hires across Carlson Construction Group and its subsidiaries.

The successful candidate will lead full-cycle recruitment for salaried, hourly, field, co-op, and professional roles; manage onboarding; and support HR

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of recruitment, onboarding, or HR experience.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment.
• Strong interviewing, relationship-building, and candidate assessment skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in fast-paced HR environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for salaried, hourly, field, co-op, and professional positions.
• Lead onboarding and new employee integration across Carlson Construction Group and its subsidiaries.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, training, and HR metrics to enable data-driven decisions.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

HR metrics

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

Carlson Construction Group, proudly owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and VP Foundations. To learn more about us, visit theCarlson Construction Group .

Build Careers. Shape Experiences. Drive Growth.

At Carlson Construction Group, our people are the foundation of everything we build. As one of British Columbia's leading construction organizations, we deliver complex industrial, marine, civil, and infrastructure projects through our family of companies. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a driven and people-focused Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist to attract top talent and create exceptional employee experiences from day one.

This is a dynamic opportunity for an HR professional who thrives on connecting with people, building strong talent pipelines, and ensuring every new hire receives a welcoming and engaging start to their career with Carlson Construction Group.

About the Role

The Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment and leading the onboarding experience across Carlson Construction Group and its subsidiaries.

This role partners closely with hiring managers and operational leaders to identify talent needs, attract high-quality candidates, coordinate hiring activities, and ensure the successful integration of new employees into the organization. The successful candidate will serve as a key ambassador for our culture and employer brand while delivering a best-in-class candidate and employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for salaried, hourly, field, co-op, and professional positions.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop recruitment strategies.
• Create compelling job advertisements and promote opportunities through various recruitment channels.
• Source candidates through job boards, LinkedIn Recruiter, employee referrals, networking events, and industry associations.
• Screen resumes, conduct preliminary interviews, and assess candidate qualifications.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain consistent communication throughout the selection process.
• Prepare offer letters and support offer negotiations.
• Contribute to compensation and benefits administration, including salary benchmarking and compensation structure alignment.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Monitor labour market trends and identify innovative recruitment strategies.
• Promote Carlson Construction Group's employer brand through candidate interactions and recruitment initiatives.

On boarding & Employee Experience

• Lead the onboarding process from offer acceptance through successful employee integration.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements and onboarding documentation.
• Facilitate new employee orientations and welcome sessions.
• Collaborate with IT, Payroll, Safety, and Operations teams to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Coordinate workstation setup, system access, equipment allocation, and site access requirements.
• Monitor onboarding progress and ensure completion of all onboarding activities.
• Write new hire welcome announcements and other employee lifecycle communications.
• Facilitate the 90-day probationary review process in partnership with new hires and hiring managers.
• Continuously enhance onboarding programs to improve employee engagement and retention.
• Maintain accurate employee records and recruitment documentation.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR-related matters, providing timely guidance and support.

Human Resources Support

• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, performance review and company events.
• Coordinate and support internal and external training and development programs.
• Track and analyze HR metrics, providing insights and reports to support data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to HR projects, programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.

Human Resources Support

• Maintain accurate employee records and recruitment documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment legislation and company policies.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
• Assist with workforce planning and succession planning initiatives.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, and positive workplace culture.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.

Qualifications

Required

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of recruitment, talent acquisition, onboarding, or HR experience.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment.
• Strong interviewing, relationship-building, and candidate assessment skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Exceptional writing skills with strong intuition, capable of crafting compelling communications, accurately assessing candidate suitability, and exercising sound judgment in fast-paced recruitment and HR environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for construction, industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or skilled trades environments.
• Working knowledge of employment standards, HR best practices, and recruitment legislation in British Columbia.
• Experience supporting compensation and benefits administration, including salary benchmarking and market research.
• Familiarity with HRIS, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and recruitment platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Experience coordinating onboarding programs across multiple business units
• Experience creating employee communications, welcome announcements, newsletters, or employer branding content.
• Exposure to employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives.
• Experience organizing company events, training programs, and employee development activities.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HR metrics.
• Working knowledge of payroll processes and employee records management.
• Experience supporting co-op, internship, apprenticeship, or early-career recruitment programs.
• Experience using social media and digital marketing tools to support recruitment campaigns.

What Will Make You Successful

• A passion for creating exceptional candidate and employee experiences.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and a high level of professionalism.
• The ability to balance attention to detail with a strong sense of urgency.
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in helping people succeed.

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per annum

The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, including relevant experience, years of experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group’s compensation policy.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation‑ Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility
• Grow Your Career‑ Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities
• Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week.
• Time to Recharge‑ 14 statutory holidays per calendar year
• Comprehensive Benefits‑ A competitive benefits program supporting your health and well-being
• Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend‑ Supporting your physical health and well-being
• Connected Culture– cohesive team created through regular team-building sessions
• Long‑Term Opportunity– Build your future with a proud, BC‑based, family‑owned company that invests in its people

Work Arrangement:

• A hybrid schedule consisting of four days in the office and one day working from home per week.

Compensation Notice

The compensation range provided for this position is intended as a general guideline. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on several job‑related factors, including experience, years of relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity considerations, and Carlson Construction Group's compensation policies and practices.

Accommodation Requests:

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, don't hesitate to get in touch with us [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.