Aecon Group Inc. · 1 day ago
Manager, Strategic Resource Management
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expAecon Group Inc. is a North American leader in infrastructure development, committed to building sustainable projects for future generations. The Manager of Strategic Resource Management is responsible for developing and implementing staffing strategies that align with organizational priorities, ensuring the right people are in the right roles at the right time.
Construction
Responsibilities
Develop and oversee long-term and short-term staffing strategies to meet operational demands and future growth
Evaluate workforce trends, labor availability, project forecasting, and skill requirements to identify resource risks and opportunities
Build and maintain a structured workforce planning model for both union and non‑union employees, ensuring compliance with collective agreements, jurisdictional rules, and company standards
Partner with HR, Labor Relations, and Operations to align staffing plans with business objectives, project schedules, and bidding strategies
Serve as the primary resource planner for workforce deployment across unionized and non‑union environments
Work closely with labor relations and internal recruitment teams to forecast labor needs and coordinate staffing effectively
Monitor trade availability, certification requirements, and crew mix to ensure adequate support for upcoming and active projects
Support compliance with collective bargaining agreements and labor policies while optimizing workforce allocation
Gather and analyze data from project teams on technical staffing needs, including required disciplines, certifications, mobilization timelines, and project‑specific qualification requirements
Build and maintain systems to translate project requirements into actionable workforce intelligence for HR and Talent Acquisition, enabling accurate forecasting and targeted recruitment strategies
Assist in the implementation of corporate tools to ensure HR/TA receives clear, complete, and timely information to support sourcing and hiring for technical project roles
Monitor trends across projects to identify recurring technical skill needs and partner with HR/TA to align recruiting pipelines with future project demand
Partner with HR and Talent Acquisition to plan and participate in community outreach initiatives that support project staffing needs, including school events, career fairs, workforce programs, and community partnerships
Lead targeted outreach initiatives focused on developing a strong pipeline of skilled trades workers, working directly with local trade organizations, training centres, and workforce agencies
Develop and execute strategies to attract future trades talent—including apprentices, pre-apprentices, and entry‑level workers—by building sustained relationships with community partners and industry groups
Maintain accurate workforce data, forecasts, and resource allocation dashboards
Provide regular reports to leadership on staffing trends, risks, shortages, and utilization rates
Use data analytics to improve workforce planning efficiency and recommend strategic actions
Lead continuous improvement efforts to advance workforce planning processes, systems, and tools
Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on workforce strategy and labor market conditions
Lead cross‑functional collaboration among Operations, HR, Labor Relations, and Talent Acquisition
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members involved in resource coordination and staffing support
Support change management efforts related to workforce transitions, new projects, or restructuring
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Project Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field
7+ years of experience in workforce planning, labor relations, operations, project staffing, or resource management
Experience working with unionized environments and collective bargaining agreements
Strong analytical and forecasting abilities with proven success in workforce planning
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills across diverse stakeholder groups
Deep understanding of union and non‑union labor models, craft jurisdictions, and technical project roles
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment
Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving skills and sound judgment
Proficiency with workforce planning tools, project scheduling systems, and data analytics platforms
Preferred
Experience working with unionized environments and collective bargaining agreements is strongly preferred
Background in construction, engineering, heavy industry, infrastructure, or project‑based work is an asset
Benefits
Services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being
Aecon University and Leadership Programs
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training
Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Company
Aecon Group Inc.
Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1987-12-31IPO
Leadership Team
Jean-Louis Servranckx
President and Chief Executive Officer
Thomas Clochard
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
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