What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Human Resources Business Partner position at Colliers Project Leaders | Canada?
Overview
Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.
We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.
We’ve led over 20,000 projects that:
This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.
If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.
Your role
Join our HR team as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner.
In this role, you will be a trusted strategic advisor to business leaders, partnering to align HR and talent strategies with organizational goals. As a key member of the Human Resources team, you will lead initiatives across the full employee lifecycle, influence people programs, and champion a culture of learning and purpose across assigned busin ess units. You are empowered as an influential leader to make an impact, and the opportunity to mentor and develop others while shaping employee experience across the organization.
Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will support assigned business units across Canada and provide direct leadership to HR Coordinators. This role blends hands-on business partnership with operational leadership, ensuring policies remain current, processes scale effectively, and the employee experience continuously improves.
Responsibilities
As a Senior HRBP, you will:
This compensation range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:
We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.
Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.
What You Can Expect:
Disclaimer
Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:
We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.
We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.
We’ve led over 20,000 projects that:
- Make cities more livable
- Enhance workplaces
- Create spaces people want to return to
- Improve patient care
- Deliver clean drinking water
- Build a sustainable future
This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.
If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.
Your role
Join our HR team as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner.
In this role, you will be a trusted strategic advisor to business leaders, partnering to align HR and talent strategies with organizational goals. As a key member of the Human Resources team, you will lead initiatives across the full employee lifecycle, influence people programs, and champion a culture of learning and purpose across assigned busin ess units. You are empowered as an influential leader to make an impact, and the opportunity to mentor and develop others while shaping employee experience across the organization.
Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will support assigned business units across Canada and provide direct leadership to HR Coordinators. This role blends hands-on business partnership with operational leadership, ensuring policies remain current, processes scale effectively, and the employee experience continuously improves.
Responsibilities
As a Senior HRBP, you will:
- Develop strategic partnership with senior leadership and people managers, providing expert guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, performance management, and employee relations
- Collaborate with leaders to develop and implement people plans that support engagement, retention, change management, and culture
- Partner with leaders to successfully navigate organizational growth, workforce changes, and strategic priorities
- Use data and insights, to identify workforce themes and opportunities
- Provide direct management of HR Coordinators and mentorship, coaching, and delegation support to colleagues on the team
- Own the HR Shared Services function as a core pillar of HR delivery, with accountability for efficient, reliable, and employee-focused support across employee relations, compliance, onboarding, and workforce data management
- Drive continuous improvement of shared services, identifying opportunities for process standardization, automation, and streamlined self-serve solutions that empower employees and leaders
- Champion Colliers’ values and cultural behaviors in all interactions, acting as a role model across the organization
- Ensure all HR activities are delivered in compliance with employment law, corporate controls, and our annual business plan
- Deliver regular updates and reporting on people plans, project progress, and key HR metrics to the Director, Human Resources
- Proactively identify and escalate emerging issues, exercising sound judgment to ensure timely resolution
- A minimum of 8 years of progressive HR business partnering experience, with a demonstrated ability to align people strategies with business objectives
- A university degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience)
- Bilingualism in English and French is considered a strong asset
- CPHR designation is considered an asset
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence leaders and collaborate across cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using workforce data to drive decisions and recommendations
- Solid knowledge of employment law, compliance standards, and HR best practices
- Demonstrated ownership, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering results
This compensation range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:
We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.
Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.
What You Can Expect:
- An opportunity to truly impact our communities
- A flexible work environment
- A comprehensive onboarding experience
- Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
- A paid volunteer day
- An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
- And much more!
Disclaimer
Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:
We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Salary : $95,000 - $110,000