HR Manager
Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: HR Manager
Location: Markham, ON (In person + regular site visits)
Reports directly to: CEO
Leadership: HR & Admin Team
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resource Manager to lead and manage all HR functions. This is a senior leadership role where the HR Manager will be responsible for developing HR strategies, overseeing employee relations, operational excellence, ensuring legal compliance and supporting organizational growth through effective people management.
As a trusted leader, you will shape the day-to-day employee relations and cultivate a cohesive, motivated workforce. Additionally, you will serve as the primary HR interface for all operational external partners, building strategic relationships that enhance JD’s reputation and operational success. Your leadership will be pivotal in aligning HR and Administration with JD Development Group’s growth ambitions, inspiring your team, and delivering measurable impact across the company.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership of HR & Administration Team
- Lead, mentor, and develop the HR & Admin team
- Set team priorities, workflows, and performance goals
- Implement and manage HR policies and procedures
- Develop and maintain company-wide strategies for recruitment and retention
- Develop employee career pathways and professional development/growth
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations and company policies
- Full employee lifecycle ownership: contracts, onboarding, performance management, discipline, offboarding
- Primary escalation points for all employee relations issues and conflict resolution
- Maintain HRIS, policies, employee group benefits, payroll updates, WSIB, full Ontario compliance
- Drive engagement, recognition, culture initiatives, and annual reviews
- Implement and oversee site safety programs in compliance with regulations; ensure safety training and certification; maintain safety documentation, reports and compliance records; report performance to leadership
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external consultants, advisors and service providers, including dealings with the Union
- Oversee consultant onboarding and compliance (insurance, WSIB and safety certificate as applicable)
- Coordinate contracts, scope of work and timelines with consultants
- Ensure consultant services align with organizational goals, policies and compliance requirements
- Maintain accurate records of consultant agreements and communications and report to leadership
- 5-6 years HR experience preferred. Experience in real estate development / construction is definitely a bonus.
- Strong leadership of an HR/admin team
- Hands-on experience with site safety programs
- Expert knowledge of Ontario ESA, OHSA, WSIB, AODA
- Must demonstrate effective leadership, exercise good judgement in complex situations and always uphold strict confidentiality
- Open-minded, strong people and communication skills
- CHRP/CHRL strongly preferred
- Valid Ontario G driver’s licence + own vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
Compensation
- Group Insurance Benefits
- RRSP Matching
Vacancy Status
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used throughout the recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate assessment, and selection, to ensure efficiency and alignment with job requirements.
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