Talent Management Advisor

North American Construction Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits coverage

GRRSP matching

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth and development

1/2 Day Fridays

Job summary

North American Construction Group in Canada seeks a Talent Management Advisor to develop and execute enterprise-wide talent management strategies that align with organizational goals and workforce sustainability. You will collaborate with leaders across the business to strengthen succession pipelines, improve performance, and foster a culture of continuous learning and high performance.

The successful candidate will bring expertise in talent strategy, organizational development, workforce

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field is required or preferred.
• CPHR designation is preferred; candidates pursuing designation may be considered.
• Five+ years of progressive HR experience with talent management focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated talent management strategies aligned with priorities.
• Lead design and evaluation of talent management programs and succession planning.
• Provide strategic consultation on performance management and development planning.
• Design leadership development initiatives and enable organizational learning.
• Partner to deliver integrated HR solutions and communicate workforce trends to leaders.

Skills

Talent management

Leadership development

Workforce planning

Employee engagement

Analytical thinking

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Education

Post-secondary HR/Business/OD/IO Psychology

Job description

Position Scope

The Talent Management Advisor is a strategic Human Resources professional responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving enterprise-wide talent management programs that support organizational objectives and workforce sustainability. Acting as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization, this role partners with business units to build leadership capability, strengthen succession pipelines, enhance employee performance, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and high performance.

The successful candidate brings expertise in talent strategy, organizational development, workforce planning, employee engagement, and leadership development. This individual demonstrates exceptional relationship management skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to influence leaders while balancing operational priorities with long-term organizational goals.

Here at NACG we want to be a part of the next step in your employment journey and push your future forward. Our people are what make North American Construction Group an industry leader, its our people that keep the largest fleet of equipment in Western Canada running and it's our people that keep our job sites safe.

What’s In It for You?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Market aligned salary & bonus program
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage and employer paid premiums
• GRRSP matching program
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Tuition reimbursement program and career growth and development
• Social culture and employee events
• 1/2 Day Fridays!

Responsibilities

Talent Management Strategy

• Partner with business leaders and Human Resources colleagues to develop and execute integrated talent management strategies that align with organizational priorities, workforce planning objectives, and future business needs.
• Lead the design, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of talent management programs, ensuring they reflect industry best practices, support organizational growth, and enhance the employee experience.
• Facilitate enterprise-wide talent review and succession planning processes by identifying critical roles, assessing organizational talent, evaluating leadership readiness, and supporting the development of succession strategies for key positions.

Performance Management

• Provide strategic consultation and coaching to leaders on performance management practices, including goal setting, performance planning, continuous feedback, coaching conversations, development planning, and performance improvement strategies.
• Develop and deliver tools, resources, and training that strengthen leaders' capabilities in managing employee performance and fostering accountability.

Leadership Development and Learning

• Design, coordinate, and evaluate leadership development initiatives that build critical leadership competencies, strengthen succession pipelines, and support organizational transformation.
• Facilitate leadership development sessions, talent workshops, and organizational learning initiatives using adult learning principles and evidence-based practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning by encouraging career development, knowledge sharing, mentoring, coaching, and professional growth opportunities across the organization.

Employee Engagement and Organizational Development

• Partner with leaders to interpret employee engagement survey results and develop meaningful action plans that improve employee satisfaction, retention, inclusion, and organizational culture.
• Develop and implement initiatives that strengthen employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, career development, recognition, and internal mobility.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging by embedding inclusive talent management practices into recruitment, development, succession planning, and leadership programs.

Strategic HR Partnership

• Collaborate within Human Resources, including Recruitment, Total Rewards, Employee Relations to deliver integrated people solutions that support business objectives.
• Develop comprehensive reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate workforce trends, talent metrics, and program outcomes to senior leadership.

Qualifications

What Makes You the ONE

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related discipline (Certificate or Diploma).
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is preferred; candidates actively pursuing the designation may also be considered.
• Certified Talent Management Professional (CTMP) designation would be an asset.
• Minimum five years of progressive Human Resources experience, including direct experience in talent management, organizational development, leadership development, workforce planning, or related strategic Human Resources functions. Experience working in a mining or construction environment would be an asset.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise-wide talent management programs and initiatives within a medium to large, complex organization.
• Experience facilitating leadership development programs, talent review discussions, succession planning, and organizational change initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, organizational development methodologies, performance management frameworks, and employee engagement practices.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and the ability to translate organizational priorities into practical talent management solutions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex workforce data and develop actionable recommendations.
• Proven project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiaves simultaneously while meeting competing deadlines
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging within the workplace.

Overview

Who is NACG?

North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we’ve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We’ve also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines outside our provincial borders, and providing third-party maintenance services to clients and customers.

In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer:

• Significant Growth –As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
• Long Term Contracts – With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2027, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
• Commitment To Safety – With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe, and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
• Market Aligned Compensation – NACG provides compensation packages that are aligned with current market information for all employees.
• Attractive Benefits Package – With a substantial benefits package provided to all employees, NACG ensures that you are covered for life’s many surprises.
• GRRSP Matching – As you begin your new career, you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACG’s GRRSP matching.
• Safety focused – An exceptional leader in committing to a safe work environment by promoting personal safety amongst employees and continually improving our HSE systems. Everybody gets home safe!

North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspective, and creative influence that diverse groups of people generate, and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying. If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please email us at [e-mail] to ask for assistance.

North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.