Vice President, Human Resources

About the role

Partner with U.S. Engineering and Federal leadership teams to define and execute talent strategies aligned with business growth objectives.

Translate business plans into workforce strategies, including:

• Talent acquisition and workforce planning
• Leadership pipeline and succession development
• Critical role identification and capability building

Support delivery of Operational Excellence priorities by ensuring the right talent is in place to execute complex projects and contracts. Direct involvement in recruitment activities as required for senior/critical roles.

Embed talent strategies that directly improve:

• Project performance
• Workforce productivity
• Retailion of key technical and leadership roles

Serve as the senior HR leader for U.S. operations across Engineering and Federal business units.

Provide strategic and operational HR support to:

• Sector leadership teams
• Project leadership teams
• Functional partners

Provide additional HR leadership across Aecon U.S. operations as appropriate.

Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local employment legislation and regulatory requirements.

Partner with Legal and HR Operations to:

• Monitor changes in U.S. labor and employment laws
• Assess impact on Aecon’s workforce practices
• Implement compliant policies and processes

Collaborate with HR leaders to mitigate HR-related risks across U.S. operations, including:

• Workforce relations
• Investigations and compliance matters
• Audit and governance requirements

Support the adaptation and implementation of Aecon’s enterprise HR programs and COE initiatives within the U.S. as required, such as:

• Talent management and performance processes
• Leadership development and learning programs
• Compensation, rewards, and benefits frameworks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years of senior leadership experience
• Proven experience:
• Supporting large-scale engineering, construction, infrastructure, or federal contracting organizations
• Pricing directly with senior operational leaders
• Leading HR strategy in complex, regulated environments
• Strong experience in:
• U.S. employment law and regulatory frameworks
• Cross-border HR operations (U.S./Canada preferred)
• Demonstrated success in implementing enterprise HR programs and driving change
• Deep understanding of how engineering and federal contracting businesses operate
• Ability to connect HR strategy to financial and operational outcomes
• Trusted advisor to senior executives
• Ability to influence and shape business decisions
• Strong knowledge of U.S. labor laws, compliance requirements, and HR governance
• Experience operating in a matrixed, global organization
• Ability to balance enterprise consistency with regional needs
• Proven ability to translate strategy into practical, scalable solutions
• Strong track record of leading transformation initiatives
• Clear talent strategies established for Engineering and Federal business units
• Strong alignment between U.S. HR practices and enterprise HR operating model
• Effective adaptation of HR programs to the U.S. regulatory and market environment
• Strengthened leadership pipelines in critical U.S. roles
• Improved visibility and management of workforce risks and compliance requirements

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Intentional investment in your development through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Commitment to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

N/A