W.F. Baird & Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. (Baird) provides professional engineering and technical services related to the design of coastal structures and facilities that interact with the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers. Baird is recognized for the successful completion of innovative and practical projects throughout North and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

We provide a stimulating work environment, with opportunities for domestic and international travel, professional development, and ownership potential within the company. Baird is a 120-person engineering firm specializing in coastal, marine, and riverine engineering with offices in the U.S., Canada, Barbados, Chile, Jamaica, Australia & U.K.  We are one of the only firms in the world dedicated exclusively to marine and coastal projects, and we encourage you to visit our website (www.baird.com) to gain additional insight into our company, capabilities, and experience.

While we presently operate under a hybrid model with in office requirements on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, this can change at any time based on company needs.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Hiring & Onboarding Leadership including:
  • Supporting and running the overall Organizational Recruitment Strategy
  • Posting Jobs – Website, LinkedIn, exploring other effective avenues
  • Vetting candidates - resumes & first interviews
  • Co-ordinating technical interviews
  • Facilitating salary negotiations
  • Completing reference checks
  • Providing Onboarding support for Regional Managers (including coordination of training)
  • Leadership and promotion of the referral program
  • Coordination with external recruiters (if applicable)
  • Tracking of trends, reporting & support for diversity goals
  • Leading the internship hiring & program continuation
• Benefits Coordination – Support the administration and analysis of benefits programs, provide recommendations for future updates based on industry and usage trends
• Cultivates professional network by participating in Coastal Engineering industry networking events, to identify top talent, when needed.

Additional job responsibilities may include support with the following:

• Legislative compliance – assist with the development and maintenance of HR policies and procedures in compliance with legal requirements and best practices in the following countries: Canada, USA, Chile, Australia, UK, Barbados and Jamaica.
• Change management – assist with supporting change management on an organizational level and optimizing positive results.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, additional HR related experience is considered an asset
• Bachelor’s degree or similar work experience
• Excellent interpersonal, spoken, and written communication skills (English).
• Flexible work style, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, meet challenging deadlines, and support multiple locations (including work in other time zones).

Preferred (Optional) Qualifications:

• Certified Human Resource Profession (CHRP) Designation 
• Strong network of connections, specifically with Engineering/Coastal/Marine experience.
• Experience working with an organization specializing in Architecture, engineering, or construction considered an asset.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Baird is employee-owned.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits. 

W.F. Baird & Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. (Baird) welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process

Baird is an equal-opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work) and will not be discriminated against based on such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where Baird operates.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Baird is a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming to all backgrounds and walks of life. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match all of our job requirements!

Disclaimer: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position