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Human Capital and HR Operations Manager

Saint-Bruno

Job Description

Vortex Strategy & Recruitment is actively seeking a Human Capital and HR Operations Manager for its client, a construction company based on Montreal’s South Shore.

A rapidly growing company currently employing approximately fifty employees, our client aims to double its workforce over the next few years. In this context, the creation of a new Human Resources department is essential to support and structure this expansion.

The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing and maintaining modern, equitable HR practices tailored to the realities of the construction industry. You will act as a strategic partner to site managers and office leadership, ensuring consistency, compliance, and effectiveness of HR programs.

Your Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop and structure the entire recruitment process, including job postings, on-site recruitment (schools), pre-screening of applications, conducting interviews, updating job descriptions, and contributing to workforce planning;

  • Prepare and maintain employee files (hiring, departures, leave, absences, vacations, anniversaries, contracts, uniforms, etc.);

  • Provide support to employees and managers regarding the application of company policies and procedures;

  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and CNESST and OHS requirements on job sites, including the preparation of required documentation and implementation of necessary actions;

  • Coordinate and manage CNESST claims and disability files, from opening to resolution;

  • Coordinate the onboarding and integration of new employees;

  • In collaboration with company management, develop a strategic employer branding plan to attract talent to the organization;

  • Develop and maintain partnerships with vocational schools (DEP) by participating in recruitment activities to attract and hire future graduates;

  • In collaboration with the leadership team, organize events to foster strong team spirit (team building and Christmas party);

  • During your first year, you will be responsible for implementing a group insurance plan for all employees;

  • Manage employee relations, intervene in conflict resolution, and support employees;

  • Implement a performance management process, including the establishment of employee performance evaluations;

  • Perform any other related tasks associated with the creation of a new Human Resources department;

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and/or a related field;

  • Member of the CRHA Order (an asset);

  • Experience in the construction industry and/or in an industrial environment (an asset);

  • Strong organizational skills and excellent ability to manage priorities;

  • Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously;

  • Excellent writing and information synthesis skills;

  • Autonomy, confidence, rigor, dynamism, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.

  • We are seeking an individual who shares the following values: respect, excellence, ethics, collaboration, and enjoyment at work.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on your work experience;

  • 4 weeks of vacation

  • Opportunity for advancement

  • Group insurance (forthcoming)

  • Cell phone and travel expenses

  • Upon full autonomy, possibility of a hybrid work model