We are seeking an HR Director to join a long‑established, family‑run Canadian organization operating across construction, development, and industrial services. This is not a traditional corporate HR job. You will build trust, uplift morale, modernize HR practices, and act as a strategic advisor to leadership, all while staying closely connected to people on the ground. Key Responsibilities People & Culture Leadership - Lead and elevate the full employee experience. - Build a culture grounded in trust, communication, and accountability. - Strengthen HR’s credibility and foster positive employee relationships. - Support leaders in managing performance, feedback, and team development. - Proactively identify and address performance or cultural issues. - Improve morale across the organization. Recruitment & Workforce Planning - Lead recruitment during generational transitions. - Improve hiring processes to better assess performance, cultural alignment, and long-term potential. - Partner with operational leaders to anticipate future staffing needs. Performance & Talent Development - Introduce structure to annual reviews. - Implement fair and constructive performance management. - Build succession planning frameworks for critical roles. - Create or refine HR processes (onboarding, reviews, policies) where they add value. - Ensure compliance without unnecessary complexity. HR Operations & Compliance - Oversee payroll approvals alongside Finance. - Leverage Dayforce to improve reporting and HR efficiency.



- Standardize HR policies and workflows across divisions. - Maintain an onsite presence to support field operations and understand day‑to‑day realities. What You Bring Experience & Skills - Full‑cycle HR experience in a standalone or small‑to‑midsize company environment. - Background in real estate, construction, or other operational industries is an asset. - Proven ability to build HR structure in lean, entrepreneurial environments. - Solid experience in culture-building, employee engagement, and change management. - Required: Dayforce proficiency and strong Microsoft 365 skills. Mindset - Solution‑focused — always asking “How could we?” - A “gentle builder”: pragmatic, empathetic, patient, and business‑minded. - Entrepreneurial, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity. - Skilled at navigating family-led organizations. - Willing to spend meaningful time in the field with employees. What Will Not Work - Heavy reliance on structure, defined processes, or formal onboarding. - Highly theoretical or policy‑driven HR approaches. - Individuals unwilling to step outside a narrow scope of work. - Discomfort with direct feedback or high expectations. Why This Role Matters This HR Director will have a rare opportunity to shape the next era of culture and leadership, build a modern people strategy, influence both operations and long‑term design, and make a lasting impact on a close‑knit, values‑driven workforce. Work model: On-site Salary range: $140,000 - $165,000 CAD/year

📌 Human Resources Director - C$140,000 - C$165,000 A Year (Toronto)
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📍 Toronto