Location: Calgary, AB
Reports to: HR Manager
Job Posting#: 35-2025
Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR and Recruitment Coordinator to join our growing HR team based in Calgary. This is a diverse role that supports the hiring and onboarding process, including HRIS management and process improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Post Secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-4+ years of HR experience, with a focus on HRIS administration and recruitment, ideally within the Engineering or Construction sectors.
• Experience with Dayforce (Ceridian) HRIS is required.
• Strong understanding of ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and recruitment best practices.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and be proactive.
  Why Primary?
  Competitive compensation and bonus package, including a matching RRSP
  Career development and internal progression opportunities
  Employer paid extended health and dental benefits, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  Generous vacation allowance, plus 6 PTO days
  Cell phone allowance
  Flexible hybrid work options
  Free on-site parking

ABOUT US

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation (Primary) is a growth-oriented industry leader providing professional electrical engineering and construction services and specializing in emerging marketplaces in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan.
We offer design and design/build services for all types of electric utility distribution infrastructure to a wide variety of clients including electric utility companies, developers, builders, commercial and industrial businesses, oil companies, government, and private contractors. Our devotion to excellence has attracted some of the best young professional minds to our company.
Primary is the proud recipient of EHRC’s Workplace Culture Innovator Award, recognizing our commitment to fostering a health, inclusive, and positive work environment.
Primary is recognized
by The Career Directory
for excellence in graduate recruitment.

Dayforce HRIS Administration

• Manage and maintain Dayforce HRIS, ensuring accurate employee data entry, updates, and reporting.
• Assist with system configurations, troubleshooting, and user support for HR, payroll, and timekeeping functions.
• Generate HR reports, dashboards, and analytics to support workforce planning and compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping in compliance with HR policies and regulations.
• Work closely with payroll and benefits teams to ensure seamless HRIS integration.

Recruitment

• Coordinate the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, resume screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Utilize Dayforce Recruiting Module to track applicants and streamline the hiring process.
• Conduct initial phone screens and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Maintain a talent pipeline and develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top candidates.
• Support employer branding initiatives, including social media, career fairs, and networking events.
• Supports the grant management process.

HR Support & Employee Engagement

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth experience for employees.
• Provide general HR administrative support, including policy and process implementation, employee inquiries, and compliance tracking.
• Support HR projects related to processes improvement, employee engagement, equity, diversity and inclusion, and company culture.