About the role
Position Overview
Durabuilt Windows and Doors is a rapidly growing Canadian manufacturing leader. As we continue to expand our operational footprint and product offerings, we are evolving our HR function into a strategic leadership pillar. We are seeking aVice President, Human Resources(or VP of People) to join our executive team and align our people strategy directly with operational performance and sustainable growth.
Reporting to theChief Operations Officer (COO), you will lead a team of approximately seven HR professionals and serve as a critical partner to the CEO and executive leadership.
Key Responsibilities
-**Strategic Leadership:**Serve as a business partner to the executive team, evolving HR from operational support to a strategic function aligned with business objectives. -**Leadership Development:**Build a robust leadership bench by establishing structured development programs for emerging leaders, supervisors, and senior managers. -**Performance & Accountability:**Introduce consistent performance management practices and clarify management accountability across all operational and corporate teams. -**Organizational Infrastructure:**Modernize people systems through technology and digital tools to improve efficiency and workforce insights. -**Talent & Succession:**Implement succession planning for critical roles and strengthen recruitment systems to support a workforce of 850–900+ employees. -**Cross-Functional Partnership:**Collaborate with Finance on compensation, total rewards, and workforce planning, and support Operations in reinforcing safety leadership.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a driver who thrives in complex operational environments and possesses strong financial acumen.
Qualifications & Experience:
-**Industry Expertise:**Extensive senior HR leadership experience in manufacturing, construction, distribution, or similar industrial sectors. -**Scaling Experience:**Proven track record supporting organizations with 500 to 1,500 employees through stages of significant growth. -**Executive Presence:**Experience working directly with C-Suite leaders (CEO & COO) to guide organizational design and strategic planning. -**Business Acumen:**Ability to interpret workforce data, labour costs, and financial metrics to inform strategy and improve profitability. -**Change Management:**Demonstrated success in implementing scalable HR processes, talent acquisition strategies, and succession frameworks.
###WHY JOIN DURABUILT?
We are committed to building with purpose:
INNOVATIVE– Join a team that continually seeks to improve and create value
ACCOUNTABLE– We stand behind our work, our people, and our brand
CARING– We genuinely support each other, our customers, and our communities
GROWTH-MINDED– We invest in your professional development and expect excellence
We believe in diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. We welcome applicants from every background, experience, and identity.
Thank you for your interest in joining Durabuilt Windows & Doors!
Thank you for applying!
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About Durabuilt Windows & Doors
Durabuilt Windows & Doors’ story started over 35 years ago with a family of entrepreneurs and their dedicated team. Together they turned a small window and door shop into one of the largest privately held manufacturing companies in Western Canada. Hard work, dedication and above all else a customer-focused attitude, has shaped Durabuilt into the company it is today. Durabuilt celebrates hard work, innovation and business growth, all while maintaining a spot on Canada’s Best Managed Companies list since 2012.
It’s not just Durabuilt’s innovative mindset and design that places us on this list, it is also our people!
Our Core Values 30 Years Built On Values - Durabuilt values the importance of a positive employee experience and company brand. This is reflective in how we provide an exceptional experience to all our consumers, dealers, builders, and commercial clientele.
INNOVATIVE. Think ahead to stay ahead. Constant improvement. Small things matter.
DRIVER. Stay hungry and act with urgency. Think and move quickly.
OWNERSHIP. No excuses. 100% accountability. Act responsibly. Stay committed. Stay lean.
CARING. For employees, partners and community. Show respect and remain humble.
INDIVIDUAL. We work with great people and expect a lot from them. We challenge each others ideas openly. We value diversity in people and ideas.
Durabuilt understands that our employees are the key to our 30 year success and know it is our talent that will support future growth!
We are confident that as part of the Durabuilt family, you will discover an organization that believes in teamwork, accountability, and growth. In return, we are committed to providing you with an opportunity to share your skills and strengthen your core competencies.
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About the role
Position Overview
Durabuilt Windows and Doors is a rapidly growing Canadian manufacturing leader. As we continue to expand our operational footprint and product offerings, we are evolving our HR function into a strategic leadership pillar. We are seeking aVice President, Human Resources(or VP of People) to join our executive team and align our people strategy directly with operational performance and sustainable growth.
Reporting to theChief Operations Officer (COO), you will lead a team of approximately seven HR professionals and serve as a critical partner to the CEO and executive leadership.
Key Responsibilities
-**Strategic Leadership:**Serve as a business partner to the executive team, evolving HR from operational support to a strategic function aligned with business objectives. -**Leadership Development:**Build a robust leadership bench by establishing structured development programs for emerging leaders, supervisors, and senior managers. -**Performance & Accountability:**Introduce consistent performance management practices and clarify management accountability across all operational and corporate teams. -**Organizational Infrastructure:**Modernize people systems through technology and digital tools to improve efficiency and workforce insights. -**Talent & Succession:**Implement succession planning for critical roles and strengthen recruitment systems to support a workforce of 850–900+ employees. -**Cross-Functional Partnership:**Collaborate with Finance on compensation, total rewards, and workforce planning, and support Operations in reinforcing safety leadership.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a driver who thrives in complex operational environments and possesses strong financial acumen.
Qualifications & Experience:
-**Industry Expertise:**Extensive senior HR leadership experience in manufacturing, construction, distribution, or similar industrial sectors. -**Scaling Experience:**Proven track record supporting organizations with 500 to 1,500 employees through stages of significant growth. -**Executive Presence:**Experience working directly with C-Suite leaders (CEO & COO) to guide organizational design and strategic planning. -**Business Acumen:**Ability to interpret workforce data, labour costs, and financial metrics to inform strategy and improve profitability. -**Change Management:**Demonstrated success in implementing scalable HR processes, talent acquisition strategies, and succession frameworks.
###WHY JOIN DURABUILT?
We are committed to building with purpose:
INNOVATIVE– Join a team that continually seeks to improve and create value
ACCOUNTABLE– We stand behind our work, our people, and our brand
CARING– We genuinely support each other, our customers, and our communities
GROWTH-MINDED– We invest in your professional development and expect excellence
We believe in diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. We welcome applicants from every background, experience, and identity.
Thank you for your interest in joining Durabuilt Windows & Doors!
Thank you for applying!
ob6zrcnNyb
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About Durabuilt Windows & Doors
Durabuilt Windows & Doors’ story started over 35 years ago with a family of entrepreneurs and their dedicated team. Together they turned a small window and door shop into one of the largest privately held manufacturing companies in Western Canada. Hard work, dedication and above all else a customer-focused attitude, has shaped Durabuilt into the company it is today. Durabuilt celebrates hard work, innovation and business growth, all while maintaining a spot on Canada’s Best Managed Companies list since 2012.
It’s not just Durabuilt’s innovative mindset and design that places us on this list, it is also our people!
Our Core Values 30 Years Built On Values - Durabuilt values the importance of a positive employee experience and company brand. This is reflective in how we provide an exceptional experience to all our consumers, dealers, builders, and commercial clientele.
INNOVATIVE. Think ahead to stay ahead. Constant improvement. Small things matter.
DRIVER. Stay hungry and act with urgency. Think and move quickly.
OWNERSHIP. No excuses. 100% accountability. Act responsibly. Stay committed. Stay lean.
CARING. For employees, partners and community. Show respect and remain humble.
INDIVIDUAL. We work with great people and expect a lot from them. We challenge each others ideas openly. We value diversity in people and ideas.
Durabuilt understands that our employees are the key to our 30 year success and know it is our talent that will support future growth!
We are confident that as part of the Durabuilt family, you will discover an organization that believes in teamwork, accountability, and growth. In return, we are committed to providing you with an opportunity to share your skills and strengthen your core competencies.