Vice President Human Resources - Vice-président(e) Ressources humaines

Overview

Equans is looking for a Vice President Human Resources! The Equans group is a world leader in the energy and services industry. The Group operates in 20 countries, with 90,000 employees working on 5 continents. Equans is a Bouygues group company. Equans designs, installs, and delivers customized solutions to improve its customers’ equipment, systems and technical processes and optimize their use in the context of their energy, industrial and digital transitions. Active in Canada and the United States for more than 30 years, Equans Services is the partner of businesses, industries and institutions that want to move towards more connected buildings, manage their facilities efficiently and reduce their carbon footprint. We design, implement, and maintain custom solutions to improve our customers’ facilities, systems, and infrastructures. Our core offerings are focused on the following areas:

• Integrated Asset and facilities management;
• Operation and maintenance of buildings and equipment (including district heating and cooling);
• Energy efficiency solutions and execution of decarbonization roadmaps;
• Building automation and systems;
• Solutions for transportation and mobility.

To learn more, visit www.equansservices.com/en

Preferred Location: Montréal (Head Office) — Open to strong bilingual candidates based in Québec City or Ottawa

Summary

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Vice President, Human Resources is a key strategic leader responsible for shaping, driving, and owning the HR and cultural strategy for a fast‑growing, multi‑site, North American organization. The VP HR ensures that the HR function enables organizational performance, talent attraction and retention, operational excellence, and a strong, engaging, and inclusive culture. The role oversees the full HR ecosystem across Canada and the United States, supporting more than 1,100 employees across 60+ sites. The VP HR leads a team of HR professionals and oversees critical HR functions, including talent acquisition, total rewards, payroll, performance management, employee and labor relations, culture, organizational development, employee experience programs, and HR technology. The incumbent plays a critical role in the strategic direction of Equans North America, contributes to Bouygues Group HR initiatives, and acts as a trusted business partner to the executive leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Culture: Lead, design, and own the HR and cultural strategy for the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and growth plans;
• Drive initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, employee engagement, leadership development, and workforce retention;
• Provide strategic guidance on organizational structure, workforce planning, and change management in a fast‑growth environment;
• Contribute to the overall business strategy at the executive committee level.
• Talent, Leadership & Organizational Development: Oversee recruitment strategies focused on attracting high‑caliber talent across Canada and the United States;
• Lead succession planning, leadership development, competency frameworks, and organizational capability building;
• Administer and continuously improve HR applications, HRIS systems, and employee survey programs.
• HR Operations & Centers of Expertise: Lead HR teams supporting talent acquisition, compensation & benefits, payroll, performance management, labor relations, organizational development, and HR operations;
• Support (but do not directly own) Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) initiatives by partnering closely with operational leaders;
• Ensure efficient and compliant payroll administration and alignment with best practices across both countries;
• Implement HR dashboards, analytics, KPIs, and automated processes to drive data‑based decision‑making and innovation.
• Employee & Labor Relations: Act as a senior representative of management in labor relations matters and oversee union and non‑union workforce strategies;
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation in multiple jurisdictions (Canada and USA);
• Provide guidance on complex legal, internal, and external HR matters.
• Governance, Compliance & Risk Management: Oversee compliance with HR laws, internal policies, industry standards, and ethical practices;
• Manage HR risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure audit readiness;
• Ensure alignment with corporate governance requirements, including security clearance standards when applicable.
• Business Partnership & Cross‑Functional Leadership: Serve as a strategic partner to the executive team, supporting business priorities and addressing organizational challenges;
• Lead and support corporate culture initiatives, employee experience efforts, and communications related to HR programs;
• Participate in due‑diligence and integration activities for potential acquisitions or major projects.
• Financial & Resource Management: Oversee the HR budget, resource planning, and financial stewardship of HR programs and tools;
• Drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and automation within the HR function.

Requirements

• Is authorized to work in Canada;
• Is qualified to pass a security screening;
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related discipline;
• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in an executive or senior leadership role;
• Demonstrated experience creating, owning, and driving HR and cultural strategies in a fast‑growth environment;
• Experience leading HR operations in both Canada and the United States;
• Strong background managing multiple HR functions, including payroll, total rewards, talent acquisition, and organizational development;
• Proven experience with organizational design, restructuring, and navigating complex, multi‑site environments;
• Ability to synthesize complex information for executive audiences;
• Experience with HR analytics and reporting tools;
• Excellent command of French and English (oral and written);
• Ability to travel regularly within Canada and the United States;
• Ability to obtain required security clearance (PSPC) when applicable.

Desired Competencies

• Strategic, innovative, and forward‑thinking leadership;
• Ability to build trust, influence senior stakeholders, and lead through change;
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills;
• High level of integrity, judgment, and commitment to diversity and inclusive culture;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, growth‑oriented environment.

What Equans Offers You

• Group insurance;
• A group pension plan;
• Balance between work and personal life;
• Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth;
• A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility and innovation;
• Competitive terms of employment and excellent benefit schemes;
• A diverse workplace regarding gender, age and cultural background. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.Equans benefits from an active women’s committee, Impactful Women.

Equal employment opportunity
Equans Services adheres to the principles of employment equity and values diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage applications from all individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to providing a respectful, accessible, and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

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