Senior Human Resources Manager

SAWW Developments; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAWW Developments seeks a Senior Human Resources Manager to lead full-cycle recruitment and oversee core HR functions for a growing construction organization in Vancouver. You will attract, engage, and secure top-tier talent across executive and project-based roles, shaping HR policy and workforce planning with ownership.

You will manage onboarding, performance, and employee relations while partnering with leadership to implement staffing strategies and growth initiatives in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive HR and talent acquisition experience, preferably in construction.
• 5+ years in executive search / headhunting or senior talent acquisition.
• Proven ability to build candidate pipelines and engage high-caliber candidates.
• Established GTA construction/engineering/development network.
• Experience recruiting for executive-level and project-based roles.
• Strong business acumen in construction operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• High professionalism, discretion and sound judgment.
• Ability to work strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for executive, corporate, and project-based roles.
• Leverage networks, industry relationships, and sourcing strategies to attract candidates.
• Drive large applicant volumes via optimized postings and outreach.
• Maintain active candidate pipelines for current and future needs.
• Partner with senior leadership on hiring strategy and workforce planning.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, and performance management.
• Develop HR policies aligned with company growth and ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance on organizational structure and HR strategy.
• Support compensation planning and workforce structuring for projects.
• Maintain head office operations and facilitate cross-department communication.

Skills

Executive recruitment

Talent acquisition

Networking

HR leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Strategic planning

Job description

The Senior Human Resources Manager will lead full-cycle recruitment and oversee all core HR functions for a growing construction organization and help identify, attract, and secure top-tier talent across all levels of the organization. This role is designed for a highly connected HR professional with a strong industry network and a proven ability to generate high-quality candidate pipelines at scale.

A key mandate of this role is to attract, engage, and secure top-tier talent across all levels; particularly executive leadership (Directors, Vice Presidents) and project-based roles such as Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Site Supervisors.

In addition, this position will serve as a central operational and administrative hub within the office, supporting executive leadership and ensuring seamless communication flow across departments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Talent Acquisition & Pipeline Development

• Lead and execute full-cycle recruitment for executive, corporate, and project-based roles.
• Leverage an established professional network, industry relationships, and sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber candidates.
• Drive large applicant volumes through optimized job postings, targeted outreach, and recruitment campaigns.
• Build and maintain a strong, active pipeline of qualified candidates for ongoing and future project needs.
• Partner with senior leadership on hiring strategy, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Manage external recruiters and headhunters where required, ensuring performance and cost efficiency.

2. Executive-Level Recruitment

• Support the recruitment of senior leadership roles (Directors, VPs) through market mapping, candidate outreach, and process coordination.
• Conduct initial screening and assessment of executive candidates.
• Coordinate interview processes, reference checks, and offer negotiations in collaboration with ownership.
• Oversee all HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, and performance management.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with company growth.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario employment legislation and industry standards.
• Provide guidance to management on employee issues, organizational structure, and HR strategy.
• Support compensation planning and workforce structuring for project-based hiring.

4. Office Operations & Coordination

• Maintain a professional, organized, and efficient head office environment.
• Coordinate internal communication between departments and project teams.
• Support administrative operations including document control, correspondence, and meeting coordination.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in HR and talent acquisition, preferably within the construction or related industries.
• 5+ years of experience in executive search, headhunting, or senior talent acquisition.
• Demonstrated success in building candidate pipelines and generating strong applicant flow.
• Established professional network within the GTA construction, engineering, or development sectors.
• Experience recruiting for both executive-level and project-based roles.
• Strong understanding of construction project staffing requirements and organizational structures.
• Experience in a leadership or senior HR role is preferred.
• Proven ability to source and attract high-quality candidates in competitive markets.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of construction operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

• A well-connected HR professional who can quickly tap into networks and deliver results.
• Someone who thrives in a dynamic, growing construction environment.
• A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of recruitment and HR functions.
• A trusted partner to ownership and leadership.
• You are a natural networker and relationship builder who enjoys finding exceptional talent that others cannot. You are comfortable approaching passive candidates, conducting confidential searches, and helping build high-performing teams. You are equally comfortable representing the company professionally in a growing head office environment and serving as a trusted partner to leadership.
• Full-time, in-office role based in Vancouver.
• High interaction with ownership, project teams, and external stakeholders.

Why Join Us

• Direct impact on building the company’s leadership and project teams.
• Opportunity to shape HR strategy within a growing construction firm.
• High-visibility role working closely with ownership and senior management.