Senior Global Compensation Consultant – Program Design

Stantec; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is looking for a Senior Compensation professional in Edmonton, AB. The successful candidate will lead various compensation initiatives, analyzing data to support HR strategies and organizational objectives. The ideal candidate has extensive experience developing compensation programs and possesses strong data analysis skills. This role offers a competitive salary range of $92,600 to $138,900, along with comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Health and dental plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase program

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in HR, with at least 5 years in compensation.
• Experience in consulting on compensation programs.
• Ability to compile and interpret large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of compensation programs.
• Analyze effectiveness of compensation programs.
• Collaborate with HR to resolve compensation challenges.

Skills

Compensation program development

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Office Suite proficiency

HRIS systems experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Excel

HRIS (Oracle preferred)

Job description

Edmonton, AB, Canada and 4 more

Job Description

At Stantec, we have some of the world’s leading professionals passionate about enabling our business to be its best. Our business teams include finance, procurement, human resources, information technology, marketing, corporate development, HSSE, real estate, legal, and practice services. We bring diverse backgrounds, skills, and expertise and create a caring culture where everyone can thrive. Through teamwork and collaboration, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Stantec every day.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Compensation professional to join our Global team. In this role, you will lead and participate in a wide variety of compensation-related project work, and will research, analyze, and recommend sound solutions for compensation programs in support of our Human Resources strategy and other organizational objectives. You will also use your strong understanding of compensation data modeling to interpret for business operations and human resources leaders to influence positive changes and inform pay decisions at all levels of the organization. Join our collaborative Global Compensation team and play an integral role in delivering strategic compensation services.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead or actively participate in the research, design and implementation of various compensation programs, policies, and procedures.
• Drive the development and implementation of compensation programs, including merit increases, short-term, and long-term incentives.
• Develop and maintain global salary structures.
• Analyze the effectiveness and competitiveness of current compensation programs and model potential financial impacts.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and leaders to identify and resolve complex compensation challenges, recommending solutions to enhance compensation programs, policies, guidelines, structures, and tools to support organizational objectives.
• Partner with various stakeholders in leading the Global and EU Pay Transparency/Pay Equity requirements and reporting.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of compensation training for HR and business operations as needed.
• Develop and maintain various Excel-based tools and data models to support team and client projects and processes.
• Conduct and interpret data analytics to provide actionable insights for informed compensation planning. Perform other related duties as required.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to others within the team.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as required.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience developing compensation programs, policies, and practices that support organizational strategy in multiple regions around the globe.
• Experience consulting on compensation programs, policies, and practices that support informed decision making.
• Advanced understanding of compensation best practices and principles
• Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret large amounts of information/data from multiple sources.
• Experience developing and running data models; effectively leveraging data to tell the story in support of informed decision making.
• Understanding and application of project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle
• Apply effective oral/written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Exercise confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficient MS Office Suite skills required; advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience with HRIS Systems (preferably Oracle)
• Understanding and application of Global compensation-related legislation, rules, and regulations strongly preferred.
• CCP preferred or in progress.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business, or related field.

Minimum of 7 years of related experience, with at least 5 years in compensation.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

About the Team

Pay Transparency:In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1002228
• Posting Date 09/15/2025, 12:00 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 200-325 25th Street SE, Calgary, AB, T2A 7H8, CA
• Staff Type Category HO - Hourly Overtime
• Minimum Experience (Total Years) 7
• Pay Range 3 CA3.C.06 - Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 92,600.00 - Max Salary $ 138,900.00