Chandos Construction
A construction firm specializing in project management, design, and general contracting.
Provide full‑spectrum HR support to operations districts, including employee relations, recruitment and change management.
24 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Affordable Housing
Aquatics and Recreation
Municipal Water Projects
Renovations
Commercial Retail
Sustainability and Green Building
Water Treatment Plants
Creek Diversions
Role
Description
recruitment
employee relations
hr support
workforce planning
data insights
leader coaching
- Champion a positive, inclusive, values‑driven culture
- Provide day‑to‑day HR support across the full employee lifecycle
- Align recruitment activities with established best practices and standards
- Build strong relationships with leaders and employees across your districts
- Lead employee relations work with sound judgment and a steady, solutions‑focused approach
- Collaborate with HR program and policy teams on broader initiatives
- Support workforce planning, leader coaching, and organizational change
- Manage a small portion of salaried recruitment and partner with Field Coordinators on hourly hiring
- Use HR data and insights to support decision‑making
Requirements
hris
ats
cphr
hr degree
5-10 yrs
communication
- Confident communication skills and the ability to influence and guide leaders
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field
- Travel required to support district teams
- Bonus: CPHR or RPR designation
- Strong experience with HRIS/HRMS platforms and applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Proven ability to navigate complex situations with professionalism and discretion
- A proactive, solutions‑oriented approach and willingness to take the lead
- 5–10 years of progressive HR generalist or HRBP experience
Benefits
- Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
- Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
- RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
- Regular company-wide engagement opportunities
- Comfort working independently while staying connected to a distributed team
- Competitive wages
- Recognition and annual salary reviews program
- Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
- We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to transform the construction industry, Chandos Construction has grown into a leading player in the sector.
- The company operates across a wide range of projects, from residential developments to large-scale commercial builds.
- Chandos is recognized for its expertise in sustainable building practices and innovative construction solutions.
- The company has developed a reputation for delivering projects on time and within budget, with a focus on quality craftsmanship.
- Chandos' portfolio includes landmark projects in various sectors, including education, healthcare, and retail.
- Known for its commitment to client satisfaction, Chandos Construction fosters long-term relationships with partners and clients.
- Its collaborative approach and hands-on management style have set it apart from other industry players.
Culture + Values
100% Employee-Owned
Employee Ownership
Every employee has a voice in the company, and a living wage is paid to all employees.
- Inclusive
- Collaborative
- Innovative
- Courageous
Environment + Sustainability
300,000 t
Embodied Carbon Estimate
Annual embodied carbon footprint from operations; committed to reducing intensity by 15% each year.
15%
Annual Reduction Commitment
Target to reduce embodied carbon intensity by 15% annually through sustainable practices.
93%
Waste Diversion Rate
Waste diversion achieved in 2023 for projects exceeding $2 million, exceeding the 80% target.
158
B Corp Score
Highest score in environment and worker categories, reflecting strong sustainability performance.
- Net zero target by 2040
- Purchased UN‑certified carbon credits to offset 2020 operations’ emissions
- Purchased offsets for 5,700 t CO₂ in 2020
- Shifting from diesel to electric jobsite equipment and EV fleet; piloting solar power onsite (e.g., Drayton Valley)
- Virtual Design & Construction (BIM) eliminated ~5,300 kg CO₂ across three projects; identified 5,290 kg CO₂ reductions via VDC across multiple sites
- Planted 6,900 trees and planning Forest B reforestation (57,000 trees over 25 ha)
- Tracked 54.6 Kt diverted in 2023; 60+ LEED, net‑zero, low‑carbon, deep energy retrofit projects
- Operational emissions in 2021: Scope 1 11.48 kt, Scope 2 3.15 kt, Scope 3 7.26 kt
- Waste diversion reporting quarterly across projects ≥ $2M; 87 % of such projects achieved diversion by Dec 2023, up from 83 % Q1 2023
- EcoVadis silver medal 63/100 (environment 60/100, percentile 83rd)
Inclusion & Diversity
100% Employee Ownership
Voting Rights Equality
Every employee has equal voting rights through one class of voting shares, ensuring a voice in company decisions.
5% Social Procurement
Sustainable Spending
Committed to investing a minimum of 5% of addressable spend into social-impact organizations by 2025.
Four-Time Recognition
B Corp Worker Category
The company has been recognized four times as a 'Best for the World' B Corp in the worker category.
- Inclusive hiring to nurture diverse talent (women, Indigenous peoples, new Canadians, 2SLGBTQI+, youth)
- Impact team established to improve diversity & inclusion over next three years