Senior Human Resources Manager

ACCIONA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Group benefits and EFAP

Health Spending Account

Learning, development, and internal机会

RRSP matching

Performance-based discretionary bonus

Share purchase program

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to lead HR strategy and operations in Canada. The role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on execution, partnering across the organization to advance talent, employee experience, and HR programs.

The position is based in Toronto with visits to project sites, travel within Canada, and some international travel. The ideal candidate has 10–15 years of HR experience, a strong ability to coach teams, and a proven track record in talent

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related field preferred.
• 10 to 15 years of progressive Human Resources experience is preferred.
• Experience leading, coaching, mentoring, or managing HR professionals and teams.
• Experience in employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, and navigating complex organizational matters.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing HR initiatives and projects.

Responsibilities

• HR Leadership & Partnership – Provide leadership, guidance, and support across the HR function.
• Team Development & Capability Building – Coach and mentor HR team members.
• Talent & HR Operations – Lead talent and HR operations priorities and programs.
• Talent Management & Development – Lead workforce planning, development, succession, and recruitment.
• Employee Relations & Organizational Effectiveness – address complex employee relations issues.
• Systems & Insights – leverage HR systems and data to support decision‑making.
• Projects & Delivery – contribute to HR projects and priorities.
• Continuous Improvement – identify opportunities to improve HR delivery and processes.

Skills

HR Leadership

Talent Management

Employee Relations

HR Operations

Team Development

Data & Insights

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

People Analytics

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.ca

Job Description

The Senior Human Resources Manager is a key leadership role within the Canadian HR team, with a strong focus on talent and HR operations. Strategic and hands‑on, the role requires versatility, sound judgment, and the ability to move between big‑picture thinking and day‑to‑day execution. As a trusted partner across the organization, the Senior Human Resources Manager helps drive practical people solutions, strengthen the employee experience, and support both employee and organizational success.

Created to support the continued growth of the organization, this role may evolve over time to reflect changing business needs and priorities.

The role is based in‑office in Toronto, close to Pearson airport, with regular visits to project sites across the GTA, and may include periodic travel within Canada and limited international travel.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Leadership & Partnership – Provide leadership, guidance, and support across the HR function, acting as a trusted partner and building strong working relationships across the organization.
• Team Development & Capability Building – Support, coach, and mentor HR team members, sharing knowledge and helping strengthen HR capability, consistency, and support across the team.
• Talent & HR Operations – Lead and drive talent and HR operations priorities, helping build strong, forward‑looking programs, processes, and services that support ACCIONA and its people.
• Talent Management & Development – Lead and contribute across workforce planning, talent management, employee development, learning initiatives, succession planning, internal mobility, recruitment, and other people initiatives.
• Employee Relations & Organizational Effectiveness – Provide practical solutions and guidance on a broad range of employee, organizational, and operational matters, including complex employee relations issues and organizational challenges.
• Systems & Insights – Leverage HR systems, data, and reporting to support informed decision‑making and effective day‑to‑day HR operations.
• Projects & Delivery – Contribute across HR projects, initiatives, and business priorities, with involvement ranging from leading and guiding to supporting hands‑on execution.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to enhance employee experience, strengthen HR delivery, and improve the effectiveness of HR processes, programs, and practices.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related field preferred.
• 10 to 15 years of progressive Human Resources experience is preferred, with experience leading, coaching, mentoring, or managing HR professionals and teams.
• Significant experience across talent management, HR operations, and other core areas of Human Resources.
• Experience in employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, and navigating complex organizational matters.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing HR initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Strong business acumen, leadership, influence, and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands‑on, operational approach in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or project‑based environments
• Experience in multi‑site, international or growing organizations
• Experience with labour relations
• Experience with Workday

Core Competencies

• Relationship Building & Collaborative Working
• Leadership & Influence
• Communication
• Business Acumen
• Judgment & Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Coaching & Development
• Planning & Organization
• Adaptability
• Execution & Accountability
• Continuous Improvement

This role offers a competitive annual base salary with compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Role

In addition to base salary, this role includes a total rewards package that supports employee well‑being, development, and long‑term growth, subject to company policies and applicable provincial employment standards, including:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Group benefits and EFAP from your start date, with premiums paid by ACCIONA
• Health Spending Account
• Learning, development, and internal career opportunities
• RRSP matching
• Performance‑based discretionary bonus
• Share purchase program

ACCIONA is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our differences strengthen us and that we should reflect the communities we serve in our workforce.

We are also committed to creating an accessible and barrier‑free recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and we will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process upon request.

If you require a disability‑related accommodation at any stage in the recruitment or selection process, please contact Jeremy Lawson [e-mail]. We will work with you to meet your needs.

We use AI in our recruitment process.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.