Job Description We are a global community of experts in engineering, science, and advisory services, dedicated to shaping communities and advancing humanity. As a Strategic Talent Advisor (HR Business Partner) on a 12‑month contract, you will partner with senior leaders in our Transportation & Infrastructure business to build a thriving, diverse, high‑performance culture. Opportunity (12‑Month Contract) Shape something different by influencing strategic business decisions, acting as a trusted advisor, and ensuring talent strategy fuels team success. Your Impact Partner closely with senior leaders to align business and talent strategies, enabling the achievement of financial and organizational goals. Provide executive coaching and strategic guidance to support major change initiatives, organizational redesigns, and workforce planning. Review and interpret HR KPIs and people insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities—translating them into actionable people strategies. Strengthen collaboration between HR Centres of Excellence, Shared Services, and Corporate functions to deliver seamless and consistent employee experiences. Champion succession planning, facilitating discussions to identify emerging diverse talent and support development plans for high‑potential employees. Lead critical role planning with client groups, ensuring robust pipelines through internal development or partnership with Talent Acquisition for external search. Guide leaders through performance management cycles to cultivate a high‑performance culture rooted in clarity, accountability, and equity. Partner with Compensation experts to support equitable and consistent application of pay programs and salary decisions. Analyze engagement, exit, and feedback data to recommend targeted actions that elevate culture, belonging, and employee experience. Support talent development and redeployment strategies, fostering a culture of growth, continuous learning, and mobility. The Skills That Set You Apart Deep experience influencing and advising senior leaders in a complex, matrixed environment. Strong business acumen with the ability to connect talent strategy to operational and financial outcomes. Demonstrated ability to diagnose organizational challenges and develop people‑focused solutions that drive cultural and business impact. Expertise in organizational development, talent planning, and change management. Data‑driven mindset with the ability to interpret people analytics and translate insights into action. A collaborative, relationship‑centered approach paired with the courage to challenge constructively. A hands‑on, “roll‑up‑your‑sleeves” style with a genuine passion for people and organizational success. 8+ years in a strategic HR advisory or HR business partner role, ideally in a large, matrixed organization. Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000 MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900 Disclosure The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Safety & Inclusion Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. You are expected to comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr