Human Resources Business Partner
Amico Affiliates
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Human Resources
Amico Affiliates is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support its growing portfolio of infrastructure, construction, and specialized government-related projects. This role provides strategic and operational HR support across multiple business units, ensuring HR practices comply with federal, provincial, and defense-contract requirements.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience working with government agencies, controlled goods/defense programs, and understands the staffing, compliance, and workforce integrity requirements associated with these projects.
Responsibilities
- Acting as a trusted advisor to managers and project leaders across Amico’s construction and infrastructure divisions.
- Providing guidance on staffing strategies, organizational planning, and employee development to support project delivery.
- Ensuring compliance with HR-related requirements for government-funded and defense-related work (e.g., Controlled Goods Program, security clearance processes, reporting obligations).
- Partnering with internal compliance and security teams to maintain personnel security files, documentation, and audit readiness.
- Supporting bid/proposal teams with HR components, including workforce planning and contract compliance requirements.
- Managing employee relations matters by providing coaching, conflict resolution, and consistent application of company policies.
- Supporting performance management, investigations, and progressive discipline processes.
- Working closely with operations to ensure smooth HR support during all phases of construction project lifecycles.
- Collaborating with internal recruiters to identify and hire candidates for roles requiring government or defense-related experience.
- Supporting onboarding processes to ensure staff meet all compliance, clearance, and controlled goods requirements.
- Participating in succession planning and retention strategies for key technical and project roles.
- Contributing to the development and maintenance of HR policies aligned with Amico’s government and defense contract requirements.
- Supporting compensation reviews, job evaluations, and classification processes.
- Assisting in delivering training, compliance programs, and workforce development initiatives.
- Post secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally within construction, engineering, government, or regulated industries.
- Experience working with government agencies, controlled goods, or defense contract environments (e.g., security clearances, CGP compliance).
- Strong understanding of HR compliance requirements for government-related projects.
- Experience supporting mixed union and non-union environments is considered an asset.
- CHRP/CHRL designation preferred.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Amico is a leading, Canadian-owned and operated construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a strong track record in general contracting, civil engineering and road building, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that shape the communities of Ontario. Our expertise spans major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and critical public works that require meticulous planning, innovative engineering, and precise execution.
At Amico, we believe in fostering collaboration and empowering our team to tackle ambitious challenges head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven project management practices, we consistently deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, regardless of their scale or complexity.
At Amico we don’t just build projects; we build careers, communities, and a lasting legacy. Being part of our team means playing a pivotal role in shaping Ontario’s most impactful infrastructure developments, while gaining hands-on experience. Join us and be part of something bigger.
About The Team
At Amico, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About the company
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The original corporate entity of Amico was created in April, 1987 when company owner and president, Mr. Dominic Amicone began business as Amico Contracting & Engineering Inc. Located just outside of the City of Windsor in Oldcastle, Ontario the majority of the company’s early construction activity occurred in the Windsor/Essex County area. Since that time, the company has grown in size and capability and is currently involved in land development and construction throughout Ontario. Amico has successfully completed many high profile construction contracts since its inception. The Amico group of companies consists of several affiliated and wholly owned Corporations that carry on business in Canada.
Amico provides an integrated and diverse range of services centered on site selection, land development and construction. The team at Amico consists of a full-time staff in excess of 150 employees including Professional Engineers, Land Use Planners, Architects, Chartered Accountants, Masters of Business Administration, Sales and Marketing staff, Project Managers, Site Superintendents and a unionized work force. The most significant attribute of our experience wherein we can ensure that each new project is successful and financially sound, is our ability to coordinate and organize the aforementioned skills to deliver turn-key solutions. Amico’s success as a company can be attributed to its dedication to creative problem-solving, effective coordination and team work.