Human Resources Manager

Johnston Builders

$105K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in HR generalist or management role
  • Experience in the construction industry or supporting multi-site workforces is an asset
  • Valid Class 5 driver's license is required
  • CPHR designation or actively pursuing one is preferred
  • Experience with HRIS implementation and administration
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning for employees
  • Develop and maintain HR policies and compliance initiatives
  • Manage employee relations including investigations and conflict resolution
  • Build and maintain HR systems and documentation
  • Support employee development through training and succession planning
  • Administer employee benefits and maintain the Employee Handbook
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop HR strategies and KPIs

Benefits

  • Yearly salary review and year-end performance bonuses
  • Flexible vacation schedule
  • Company contributed RRSP matching up to 5%
  • Opportunities for training and career development
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and insurance benefits
  • Health and wellness program
  • Mileage reimbursement for vehicle use
  • Employee appreciation and bonding events
Full Job Description
  • Be the driving force behind people and culture in a growing, values-driven construction company
  • Receive a competitive salary of $105k-$130k, and excellent benefits
  • Be part of an established firm with integrity and uncompromising Core Values


About the Opportunity

Currently, Johnston Builders has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Manager to join our team in St. Albert, AB, or Whitehorse, YT on a full-time basis. Occasional travel to project sites will be required.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and/or Chief Executive Officer, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's human resources function. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for building scalable HR systems, ensuring legislative compliance, supporting leaders across the business, and fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Leading full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning for field and office employees
  • Developing, implementing, and maintaining HR policies, programs, and compliance initiatives aligned with employment legislation and OH&S requirements
  • Managing employee relations, including investigations, conflict resolution, coaching, and performance management
  • Building and maintaining HR systems, documentation, employee records, and HRIS platforms to support organizational growth
  • Supporting employee development through training coordination, career development planning, and succession planning initiatives
  • Administering employee benefits, HR documentation, and organizational policies, including maintaining the Employee Handbook
  • Collaborating with leadership to develop HR strategies, workforce plans, and key performance indicators that support business objectives
  • Driving employee engagement, wellness, recognition, and retention initiatives across the organization
  • Partnering with operational leaders to foster a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture
  • Providing guidance and coaching to managers and employees on HR best practices, policies, and employment-related matters
  • Supporting organizational changes, including terminations, layoffs, and other employee lifecycle activities
  • Coordinating company-wide HR communications, training programs, employee surveys, and milestone initiatives
More About You

To qualify, you will need post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and a minimum of 7 years of experience in an HR generalist or HR management role. Experience in the construction industry or supporting multi-site, field-based workforces is an asset. A valid Class 5 driver's license is required.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

  • CPHR designation, or actively working toward one
  • Experience with HRIS implementation and administration
  • Familiarity with KPA, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Paymate Harmony, and Sage
  • Additional training in employment law, conflict resolution, or leadership development
  • Understanding of commercial and light industrial construction operations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365


As our ideal candidate, you are approachable, empathetic, and solutions-oriented, with the ability to coach, support, and motivate teams through change and growth and be a strategic partner and advisor to leadership. We are also looking for an individual to be highly motivated, self starter and excellent communicator (verbal and written) with a high attention to detail. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and bring professionalism, sound judgment, and high discretion to every interaction.

This is a people-first leadership opportunity for someone who is passionate about building strong workplace cultures while developing the systems, processes, and relationships that help a growing construction organization thrive. If you're ready to become the cornerstone of HR, with an opportunity for growth and make a lasting impact on both employees and the business, we want to hear from you.

About the Benefits

In exchange for all your hard work and determination, you will receive a competitive salary of $105k-$130k, along with a wide host of benefits including:

  • Yearly salary review and year-end performance bonuses
  • Competitive and flexible vacation schedule
  • Company contributed RRSP matching up to 5%
  • Opportunities to attend/participate in conferences and seminars, and support in training and career development plans
  • Medical, dental, optometry, and prescription benefits and other insurance coverage
  • Health and wellness program
  • Competitive mileage rate for use of vehicle
  • Employee appreciation and bonding events


Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work in a dynamic organization that values its employees - apply today!

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