People & Culture Generalist

Bird Construction•Regina, SK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The People & Culture Generalist plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of a large-scale construction project in Regina, Saskatchewan. This role will provide the full-spectrum of People & Culture support and partners closely with the project leadership team to drive workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, and engagement initiatives. Working in a fast-paced, site-based setting, the P&C Generalist fosters a positive, inclusive and supportive culture, supports leaders and employees through all stages of the employee lifecycle and ensures consistent application of policies.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
7+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in construction, industrial, or project-based environments.
Experience supporting large-scale construction or infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
Strong business acumen with the ability to operate effectively in a field-based, operational environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
Sound judgment and ability to navigate complex or sensitive situations with discretion.
High level of adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving project environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities aligned with project phases.

Nice To Haves

CPHR designation (or working toward) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted advisor to project leadership, providing guidance on People & Culture policies, procedures, and best practices.
Support the execution of People & Culture strategies aligned with project timelines, workforce demands, and operational priorities.
Collaborate with operations teams to ensure alignment of workforce strategies with project delivery.
Support workforce planning activities, including forecasting, mobilization, and demobilization for project phases.
Partner with Talent Acquisition to coordinate recruitment efforts for project-specific positions.
Collaborate with the national People & Culture Operations team to support internal mobility ensuring a positive ongoing employee experience.
Assist with onboarding and orientation processes to ensure a strong start for new hires in a project environment
Ensure all required onboarding forms are completed by employees, kept up to date with payroll records, and regularly verified for accuracy.
Assist with the offboarding of employees as per company process including asset retrieval and departure interviews.
Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance concerns.
Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and psychological safety across the project.
Partner with HSE to support People & Culture related safety documentation, including return-to-work programs and workers’ compensation processes.
Support engagement initiatives and recognition programs that reflect Bird’s values.
Coach leaders on performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
Support the administration of mid-year and year-end career discussions for project staff.
Identify training and development needs and coordinate and assist with facilitating learning opportunities where appropriate.
Ensure compliance with applicable employment legislation, collective agreements (if applicable), and company policies.
Maintain accurate employee records and support People & Culture data integrity within systems such as Workday and Tracker.
Assist with reporting and metrics related to headcount, turnover, and other key People & Culture indicators.
Support organizational change initiatives related to project ramp-up, restructuring, or workforce transitions.
Reinforce Bird Construction’s culture, values, and leadership expectations throughout the employee lifecycle.
Contribute to continuous improvement of People & Culture processes within a project-based environment.
Attend local events such as recruitment and community events at local colleges and universities.
Assist with other project or People & Culture initiatives as required.