Specialist, Organizational Development

Specialist, Organizational Development

Where Greatness Grows

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution.

Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy.

Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada's skylines coast-to-coast.

Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible.

Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird.

Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners.

You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Organizational Development, and as part the People & Culture team, this individual will play a critical role in developing, delivering, and integrating various employee and organizational development programs, with a primary focus on Talent and Performance Management.

This position will partner with the larger People & Culture team and the business to help cultivate an engaged, collaborative, and high-performance culture that enhances organizational capability.

The location preference for this position is our Calgary office.

What You will Be Working On

• Support the implementation of talent management practices at Bird by creating tools and resources to facilitate the identification, development, and placement of internal talent.
• Drive the standardization and digitalization of the company's talent review and succession planning processes. Ensure processes are aligned with business needs, fostering internal mobility, development, and talent readiness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the company's performance management process (Career Progress Check-Ins).
• Partner with the People & Culture team to develop and deliver resources that support managers in effectively executing talent and performance management strategies.

Upskill managers in delivering impactful feedback and meaningful career development conversations.

• Build strong relationships with the business to understand organizational requirements and priorities and align to talent and performance management initiatives.
• Utilize data analytics to provide relevant and timely insights related to talent and performance management (high potential development, succession materialization, regrettable turnover) and utilize insights to measure program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Lead organizational communication efforts related to all talent and performance management programs, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement from all stakeholders.

While a primary and initial focus of this position will be Talent and Performance Management, this role will work closely with the boarder Employee Experience team on initiatives related to employee engagement, organizational culture, DE&I, employee well-being, and change management.

What We Are Looking For

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Behavior, or a related discipline.

A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

• 5+ years of experience in areas of talent management, including performance management, succession planning, talent reviews, organizational development, employee engagement, or learning and development.
• Familiarity with talent reviews, leadership development and succession planning best practices in larger organizations (500+ employees).
• Experience in utilizing talent data analytics to inform decision making and measure program effectiveness.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive working relationships with multiple groups.

You are reliable and inspire trust, credibility, and influence. You are a team player and engage people on matters that affect them.

Steller management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, follow-through, and meet deadlines.

Comfort in handling change and the challenges of a dynamic business environment.

• Experience working on DE&I, employee engagement or culture transformation initiatives considered an asset.
• Familiarity with talent management systems (e.g. Workday) considered an asset.

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

Bird celebrates diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.