Project HR Specialist - Construction

at  Kiewit Corporation

Requisition ID: 173680
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Eastern Canada District
Department: Human Resources
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Field HR Specialist is responsible for aligning HR strategies with the business objectives at a project location. This position will be approximately 1-1.5 years to cover a maternity leave with the possibility of extension. This role will serve as a business partner to management and leadership teams on human resource related issues. The Field HR Specialist will assess and anticipate HR-related needs and will then partner and proactively communicate with our HR support teams. Other responsibilities include project and district management, developing integrated solutions, maintaining an effective level of business literacy about the project’s financial position, its schedule of completion, key performance indicators, current objectives, its culture, and its competition. This individual will also work closely with our safety, payroll and financial services teams and will demonstrate passion to meet and exceed construction HR needs and the driven challenges they represent. #LI-LW1

QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires an experienced HR Specialist who can strike a balance between systems, HR programexecution and process improvement. The role requires having relevant construction experience for largecommercial/industrial projects.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and provincialemployment laws.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Ability to communicate and influence individuals and groups to gain buy-in and acceptance of new ideas andapproaches.
• Proven ability to take initiative and build strong and productive work relationships.
• Sound business acumen and analytical skills. #LI-GH

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
  We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

• Human Resources Planning and Management
• Drive the development of HR related strategies and ensure implementation and execution.
• Maintain knowledge of progressive HR practices, trends, and data points to drive enhancements.
• Serve as a change agent by influencing key stakeholders in support of organizational effectiveness.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR support teams to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation, including outreach, onsite compliance, etc.
• Workforce Planning and Talent Management
• Develop succession plans and skill gap analysis, ensuring that they are consistently reviewed and that effectiveactions are taken.
• Ensure coaching, feedback and performance systems are in place to maximize workforce productivity.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increaseproductivity and retention.
• Work closely with Craft and Staff HR support teams to develop contract terms for new hires, as well as with HRBusiness Partner’s for internal transfers.
• Serve as point of contact for labor/union relations issues.
• Program Execution and Employee Support
• Serve as an Advisor to project leadership teams by providing insight, consultation, and support.
• Act as a liaison with HR support teams to ensure the delivery and exceed internal client needs.
• Provide feedback to influence the continuous improvement of HR services and processes.#LI-GH