Position Summary The Senior Human Resources Manager will lead full-cycle recruitment and oversee all core HR functions for a growing construction organization and help identify, attract, and secure top-tier talent across all levels of the organization. This role is designed for a highly connected HR professional with a strong industry network and a proven ability to generate high-quality candidate pipelines at scale.

A key mandate of this role is to attract, engage, and secure top-tier talent across all levels; particularly executive leadership (Directors, Vice Presidents) and project-based roles such as Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Site Supervisors.

In addition, this position will serve as a central operational and administrative hub within the office, supporting executive leadership and ensuring seamless communication flow across departments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Talent Acquisition & Pipeline Development

- Lead and execute full-cycle recruitment for executive, corporate, and project-based roles.
- Leverage an established professional network, industry relationships, and sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber candidates.
- Drive large applicant volumes through optimized job postings, targeted outreach, and recruitment campaigns.
- Build and maintain a strong, active pipeline of qualified candidates for ongoing and future project needs.
- Partner with senior leadership on hiring strategy, workforce planning, and succession planning.
- Manage external recruiters and headhunters where required, ensuring performance and cost efficiency.

1. Executive-Level Recruitment

- Support the recruitment of senior leadership roles (Directors, VPs) through market mapping, candidate outreach, and process coordination.
- Conduct initial screening and assessment of executive candidates.




- Coordinate interview processes, reference checks, and offer negotiations in collaboration with ownership.

1. Human Resources Leadership

- Oversee all HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, and performance management.
- Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with company growth.
- Ensure compliance with Ontario employment legislation and industry standards.
- Provide guidance to management on employee issues, organizational structure, and HR strategy.
- Support compensation planning and workforce structuring for project-based hiring.

1. Office Operations & Coordination

- Maintain a professional, organized, and efficient head office environment.
- Coordinate internal communication between departments and project teams.
- Support administrative operations including document control, correspondence, and meeting coordination.

Qualifications & Experience

- 7–10+ years of progressive experience in HR and talent acquisition, preferably within the construction or related industries.
- 5+ years of experience in executive search, headhunting, or senior talent acquisition.
- Demonstrated success in building candidate pipelines and generating robust applicant flow.
- Established professional network within the GTA construction, engineering, or development sectors.
- Experience recruiting for both executive-level and project-based roles.




- Strong understanding of construction project staffing requirements and organizational structures.
- Experience in a leadership or senior HR role is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

- Proven ability to source and attract high-quality candidates in competitive markets.
- Strong business acumen and understanding of construction operations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
- Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

- A well-connected HR professional who can quickly tap into networks and deliver results.
- Someone who thrives in a dynamic, growing construction environment.
- A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of recruitment and HR functions.
- A trusted partner to ownership and leadership.
- You are a natural networker and relationship builder who enjoys finding exceptional talent that others cannot. You are comfortable approaching passive candidates, conducting confidential searches, and helping build high-performing teams. You are equally comfortable representing the company professionally in a growing head office environment and serving as a trusted partner to leadership.

Work Environment

- Full-time, in-office role based in Vancouver.
- High interaction with ownership, project teams, and external stakeholders.

Why Join Us

- Direct impact on building the company’s leadership and project teams.
- Opportunity to shape HR strategy within a growing construction firm.
- High-visibility role working closely with ownership and senior management.

How To Apply Please submit your resume and references to:

[email protected]

📌 Senior Human Resources Manager (Vancouver)
🏢 SAWW Developments
📍 Vancouver