Manager, Organizational Development

Job Title:
Manager, Organizational Development

Shape the Future of Work at RJC

Are you energized by creating workplaces where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to do their best work? Do you love turning strategies into real-life experiences that strengthen culture, grow leaders, and help people thrive?

At RJC Engineers, we know our people are our greatest strength - and the key to our long-term success. When you join us, you're not just joining an engineering firm - you're joining a collective of curious minds, dedicated collaborators, and purpose-driven professionals working together to build a better world.

We're looking for a forward-thinking, people-first leader to join our Human Resources team as Manager, Organizational Development. Reporting to the Human Resources Leader, you'll collaboratively design and deliver programs that develop leadership capability to elevate the employee experience and bring our culture to transforming everyday interactions into meaningful milestones.

This role provides broad opportunity to shape how we grow, lead, and show up for one another. If you're passionate about culture, learning, and leadership, and want to be part of a firm that values purpose as much as performance, we'd love to meet you.

Who We Are

RJC Engineers is an employee-owned professional services firm, home to more than 600 team members across Canada and the United States. We're leaders in structural engineering, restoration, glass engineering, and building energy modelling.

What sets us apart? Our collaborative spirit, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to making a positive impact - for our clients, our communities, and each other. At RJC, we don't just build structures - we build careers, relationships, and solutions that last.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and implementation of initiatives that enhance employee engagement, leadership development, and workplace culture
• Partner with leaders across the firm to co-create solutions that empower people and support business goals
• Bring strategy to life through thoughtful programs, tools, and experiences that reflect our values and fuel our growth
• Support change management efforts and help drive a people-first approach to transformation

What It's Like to Work Here

We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and supported to grow. We work together to solve challenges and celebrate wins. We push boundaries and embrace change with curiosity. We take pride in our work and strive to be better every day. We act with integrity and put people first. We care deeply about the impact we make.

Being an RJC Professional Means You:

• Think Creatively - You bring new ideas and fresh perspectives
• Act Proactively - You take initiative and own your impact
• Support Others - You contribute to a team where everyone belongs
• Inspire Trust - You lead with integrity, authenticity, and expertise
• Lead with Purpose - You help others grow and make things better

Ready to make your mark and help shape the future of RJC? Let's build something better-togethe r

Candidate Profile

At Read Jones Christoffersen LTD (RJC), the Manager, Organizational Development acts as a strategic partner to RJC's Human Resources Leader to enhance organizational performance, leadership capability, and workplace culture. This individual contributor role aligns talent strategies through optimizing organizational design, driving change management, and effectively launching organization-wide HR programs to build a high-performing and engaged workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Leadership & Talent Development

• Provide guidance to technical and business leaders on developing high-performing teams.
• Identifies opportunity and manages RJCs talent development programs, including leadership training, mentorship, and career progression frameworks tailored to engineering professionals.
• Facilitate succession planning and supports the development of emerging leaders in technical and management roles.

Organizational Design & Workforce Planning

• Collaborate with business leaders to assess and refine organizational structures, ensuring alignment with project-based and client-driven work models.
• Support workforce planning by identifying future capability needs and ensuring succession plans are in place for key technical and leadership roles.
• Partner with leadership on restructuring efforts including operational and service offering changes.

Performance & Operational Effectiveness

• Strengthen performance management practices inclusive of setting expectations, feedback, coaching and evaluating performance, ensuring they align with project-driven work environments and professional development.
• Use HR analytics to assess the effectiveness of leadership, talent, and organizational programs, making data-driven recommendations.
• Support business leaders in aligning individual and team goals with overall firm objectives.

HR Business Partner Advisory

• Collaborate closely with the HR Leader and HRBPs to drive firm-wide talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness initiatives, while providing insights on talent strategies, workforce trends, and best practices.

OD Program Implementation

• This individual contributor role collaborates closely across functions and levels of the organization to effectively launch organization-wide HR programs that build a high-performing and engaged workforce.

Professional Qualifications & Experience

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• Undergraduate degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Psychology, Adult Development, or a related discipline
• CHRP Designation or Certified Coach.

Experience

• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in organizational or leadership development or team effectiveness.
• Experience preferred in Engineering or Professional Services Firms.

Technical Skills and Personal Competencies

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Strong initiative and change awareness.
• Translates data and trends into insights that drive business and HR solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Skilled in building relationships and leveraging networks.
• Passion:
  Committed to improving the experience of RJCers, through culture, learning and performance.
• Business Acumen & Resilience:
  Strong business insight with the ability to manage priorities and adapt.

What RJC Offers?

• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance-based bonus an.