HR Business & Talent Partner

Description As the HR Business & Talent Partner you will support operational teams to build and execute workforce strategies, talent plans, and recruitment initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness and enable business success. The work spans both staff and craft populations and requires an understanding of the labour environments and markets in which the business operates or may expand. In this role you will proactively engage with people leaders and employees to build strong, trusted relationships and credibility, both personally and for HR overall. Serving as a key conduit for business leaders to access HR support, acting as the main point of contact for workforce planning, talent acquisition, and day to day people guidance. Aligning recruitment strategies to operational realities, and the role ensures candidates experience a smooth, high quality process from first contact through onboarding. Working closely with Labour Relations, HR COEs, HR Shared Services (Employee Services), and hiring managers to anticipate talent requirements, understand evolving labour dynamics, and identify trends that may influence workforce availability or organizational priorities. Bring your expertise to ensure both operational and recruitment activities are executed effectively, and enterprise-wide HR programs and initiatives are deployed consistently across the operating group. Join our HR team and support our operations in Reno, NV today! Essential Responsibilities Partner with HR leadership and Operating Group leaders to align people strategies with business goals and translate priorities into actionable workforce plans Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing coaching on performance, engagement, and effective people management practices Deliver data-driven insights on workforce trends, labour dynamics, and market conditions to inform talent planning and operational decision-making Lead annual and ongoing workforce planning cycles, identifying talent gaps, succession risks, and capability needs across staff and craft populations Collaborate with Labour Relations and HR COEs to integrate labour considerations, regional realities, and compliance requirements into workforce and HR strategies Support organizational design, new roles, and process improvements using sound change management and continuous improvement principles Drive effective implementation of enterprise HR programs within the business, ensuring strong communication, adoption, and measurable impact Partner with hiring managers to develop tailored recruitment strategies; create postings, source and assess candidates, coordinate interviews, and guide selection decisions Build proactive talent pipelines and external market relationships, while collaborating with early careers teams and supporting recruitment events to strengthen long-term talent attraction Qualifications Minimum 4+ years of progressive HR experience, including Business Partnering and expertise within HR COEs and/or Service Centre environments in complex organizations Proven ability to advise and influence operational leaders in a consultative capacity, aligning people strategies with business objectives Strong data literacy, leveraging analytics to generate operational insights and partner with leaders on practical, localized solutions Demonstrated experience leading change initiatives and implementing people solutions in medium to large, complex environments End-to-end recruitment expertise, managing sourcing, screening, assessment, and selection across diverse and fast-paced operational settings Skilled in developing talent acquisition strategies that reflect workforce planning needs, labour market conditions, and both staff and craft hiring realities Strong business acumen with the ability to quickly understand operational drivers and connect HR initiatives to measurable business impact Solid knowledge of employment standards and human rights legislation, applying sound judgment, diplomacy, and compliance in HR and talent decisions Highly organized and technically proficient, with strong communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills to manage competing priorities and drive high-quality outcomes Additional Information Ledcor Heavy Civil and Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction, to full-scale contract mining of coal, minerals, or metals, all the way to mine reclamation. Our service offerings are vast—as are the projects we work on. Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. Employment Equity At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Link to: 5390 Kietzke Lane,Reno, NV #J-18808-Ljbffr