People and Performance Lead

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Bird Construction Full time

People and Performance Lead

Where Greatness Grows

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Reporting to the People and Performance Manager, the People and Performance Lead will play a vital role as a member for an exceptional project team, will work closely with the People Performance Manager and the site team.

This position is in Toronto.

What You Will Be Working On
- Develop and lead processes and communications for ongoing employee performance feedback loop.
- Provide guidance, expertise, and recommendations to enhance the quality and profile of the rewards and recognition program.
- Contribute to the business and project strategy by helping the leaders to identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, and processes to ensure that the needs are balanced with the need for consistency and equity across the Alliance.
- Provide strategic and tactical internal consulting/facilitation and problem-solving advice and services to leaders and employees for People and Performance programs and services.
- Assist the management team with building a high performance team through talent assessment, workforce and succession planning, risk assessment and development plans
- Reinforce the development of a coaching culture as a way of inspiring project resources.
- Embed and champion human resource policies, information systems, projects and practices which are aligned and meet the needs of our project team;
- Work closely with the project team to implement available tools & resources across the project.

What We Are Looking For
- University degree in Human Resources, or related field with at least 5 years of work related experience in employee feedback, employee recognition. An equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered
- Maintains knowledge of best practices and trends in employee engagement and employee recognition, including maintaining contacts with other municipalities and comparators regarding recognition and survey practices
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using project management and change management principles
- Excellent project management skills in planning multi projects with interdependent timelines.
- Sound judgement; excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
- work independently as well as with multiple stakeholders across the organization including senior leadership.

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

Bird celebrates diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are commi



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