About our client

A leading construction company in Prince Edward Island, specializing in General Contracting, Project Management, and Design-Build Services. With extensive experience across the commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential sectors, they deliver complex, high-value projects with a commitment to quality, safety, and innovation. Their team is driven by collaboration and excellence, ensuring every project exceeds client expectations.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist / HR Manager to lead and manage all human resources functions.

This is a standalone HR role offering the opportunity to build, shape, and lead HR practices within a dynamic, hands-on environment. Reporting directly to ownership, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations while helping guide people strategy as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the sole HR resource for a workforce of approximately 40 + employees.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment across field and office roles.
• Support employee relations, performance management, and workplace investigations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with employment standards, health & safety, and applicable legislation.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, retention, and organizational development.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Support payroll and benefits administration in collaboration with internal/external partners.
• Provide guidance and coaching to supervisors on HR-related matters.
• Maintain accurate HR records, reporting, and documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a standalone or senior-level role.
• Experience in construction, trades, or other blue-collar environments is considered a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Experience handling sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or related field; CPHR designation is an asset.

What’s Unique About This Role

• True ownership of the HR function in a growing, locally established company.
• Direct exposure to ownership and ability to influence decision-making.
• A mix of hands-on execution and strategic input.
• Opportunity to build and improve HR structure, processes, and culture.