Leader; Human Resources

People Leader (Human Resources) - Canada

Company: GHD
Location: Toronto (GTA), Montreal, or Vancouver – hybrid work model, 3 days in office per week

At GHD, we are committed to empowering our people and making a positive impact in partnership with our business. We are seeking a People Leader to serve on the Canada Leadership Team and provide strategic and operational people‑management advice that supports the achievement of the region’s business objectives and GHD’s overall strategic goals.

The role will focus on building a high‑performance people culture, driving talent‑centric strategies, and ensuring people operations in Canada comply with group policies and local regulations.

• Develop a growth strategy to support the overall Canadian business strategy from a people perspective, anticipating future HR needs and creating scalable processes.
• Collaborate with the Executive General Manager, Canada, to define business priorities and with regional leaders to address development and succession needs.
• Lead through high‑growth periods and implement effective organizational structure designs.
• Analyze talent data to provide insights for training, learning, and development priorities.
• Champion Inclusion and Diversity in partnership with Centers of Excellence and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Work with business leadership at all levels on operational matters.
• Manage the performance process, outcomes, and follow‑up actions for the region.

• Lead and inspire the local People team to deliver KPIs aligned with core values, strategic priorities, and company vision.
• Ensure seamless execution of People operations – payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee experience.
• Implement systems and processes to optimize People efficiency.
• Monitor People metrics and analytics to measure effectiveness of initiatives.
• Ensure region people processes are consistent with company policy & local legal requirements.

Bachelor’s degree is required;
Master’s degree preferred.

• General Experience – 10+ years of leading people, systems, and process improvements.
• Managerial Experience – interpreting strategy and policy to set and deliver objectives in medium‑ to long‑term time frames (10+ years).
• Proven track record of managing through high‑growth periods and implementing effective organizational design.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate a positive organizational culture.
• Client‑first mindset.
• Ability to develop and align leadership & business groups to achieve business strategy.

We offer a competitive package, ongoing professional development, and a hybrid workplace that balances collaboration and flexibility.

GHD is an equal‑opportunity employer. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Direct rice ou directeur des res sources humaines, Canada

GHD a un poste à pourvoir dès main tenant. Le titulaire sera responsable de la région du Canada et fera partie de l’équipe de direction du Canada. Il ou elle fournira des conseils professionnels et contemporains en matière de gestion stratégique et opérationnelle des res sources humaines, et mettra en œuvre les meilleures pratiques en RH afin de contribuer à la réalisation des objectifs d’affaires de la région et des objectifs stratégiques globaux de GHD.

Le poste pourra être travaillé depuis nos bureaux du Grand Toronto, de Montréal ou de Vancouver.

• Élaborer une stratégie de croissance pour contribuer à la stratégie d’ensemble de la division canadienne selon la perspective des RH.
• Travailler en collaboration avec le directeur général exécutif du Canada afin de définir les priorités d’affaires.
• Travailler avec la direct rice générale régionale et avec les partenaires du centre d’excellence sur les besoins précis en matière de développement et de relève.
• Agir en tant que leader pendant les périodes de forte croissance et mettre en place des structures organisationnelles efficaces.
• Analyser les données sur les talents pour conseiller la région sur les priorités en…