HR Manager, Global HR Services ( Employee Relations) at WSP

Montreal, Quebec, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

175800.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation, Management Coaching, Conflict Navigation, Case Management, Communication, Bilingualism, Process Improvement, Employment Legislation, Human Rights Compliance, Leadership, Coaching, Investigations, Progressive Discipline, Risk Assessment

Industry

Professional Services

Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP. The Opportunity Build the Future With Us This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping a consistent, supportive, and high‑performing employee experience across WSP. As an HR Manager within our Global HR Services team, you will guide and coach a bilingual team of HR Advisors while partnering closely with Strategic HR, Centers of Excellence, Legal, Health & Safety, and operational leaders to address complex employee relations matters across the organization. Your Impact Provide expert direction to HR Advisors on complex employee relations matters across multiple business areas. Partner with Strategic HR, Legal, Health & Safety, Finance, and operational leadership to assess risk and determine appropriate actions. Lead, mentor, and develop a bilingual (English/French) HR Advisory team through clear objectives, coaching, and growth opportunities. Manage escalated or highly complex employee relations cases and ensure consistent application of policies. Conduct and oversee investigations, recommending resolutions that protect organizational integrity and minimize risk. Support leaders in all aspects of performance management, including effective feedback and performance improvement strategies. Prepare severance calculations and support operational leaders in conducting involuntary offboarding discussions. Collaborate with Absence Management to coordinate return-to-work experiences following disability or other extended leaves. Guide the consistent application of progressive discipline aligned with WSP’s Code of Conduct and Health & Safety programs. Provide compensation recommendations for out‑of‑cycle increases and promotions. The Skills That Set You Apart Deep experience in employee relations, performance management, compensation, and management coaching. Proven ability to handle sensitive HR matters, navigate conflict, and lead complex cases. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English and French. Proactive mindset with demonstrated success implementing improved HR processes and solutions. Strong knowledge of employment legislation and Human Rights requirements across Canada. Ability to lead in fast‑paced environments with tight timelines and competing priorities. Diploma or degree in Human Resources (CPHR considered an asset). 10+ years in an HR generalist capacity with proven leadership, coaching, and employee development experience; 2+ years leading a team. Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours. Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $132,700 – $175,800 MB & ON: $121,100 – $166,700 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $119,900 – $159,200 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Make Your Mark With WSP Your leadership can shape a safer, more consistent, and more engaging employee experience across Canada. Step into a role where your impact reaches thousands, your expertise drives stronger workplaces, and your career continues to grow with purpose. WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. At WSP: We value our people and our reputation We are locally dedicated with international scale We are future focused and challenge the status quo We foster collaboration in everything we do We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

Responsibilities

This role involves guiding and coaching a bilingual HR Advisory team while partnering with various departments to address complex employee relations matters across the organization. Key duties include providing expert direction on ER issues, leading investigations, managing escalated cases, and supporting leaders in performance management and involuntary offboarding.