T.J Robar
Senior Associate
With 30 years of experience in high-performance leadership, team building, and strategic growth, TJ brings a deep understanding of what makes top talent thrive, especially in fast-paced, high-stakes industries. As an executive at one of Canada’s top independent appliance retailers, TJ has led a national team of over 300+ employees, developing scalable recruitment, onboarding, and training programs that supported rapid expansion across the country.
Throughout his career, TJ has hired, coached, and developed hundreds of professionals, from front-line specialists to senior leaders across operationally complex environments. That experience translates directly into his work as a recruiter specializing in the energy, construction (civil and industrial), and engineering sectors, where the stakes are high and the margin for hiring error is low.
TJ understands the unique demands of these industries, technical competency, safety compliance, operational reliability, and the importance of team dynamics on large scale projects. His consultative approach combined with a sharp eye for culture fit and long-term potential, allows him to connect organizations with candidates who are not only qualified but capable of driving actual results in demanding environments. TJ has built national teams from scratch, scaled operations in growth-phase companies, and worked alongside C-suite and board level leaders to align talent strategy with business objectives.
Working with TJ, you will get his experience of recruiting, helping companies in energy, infrastructure, and engineering, to build the kind of workforce that keeps projects moving and businesses growing.
Samples positions filled:
›Project Manager
›Senior Project Manager
›Operations Manager
›Construction Manager
›Senior Site Superintendent
›Site Superintendent
›Project Coordinator
›Estimator
›Estimating Coordinator
›Health and Safety Officer
›Proposal Coordinator
›Office Manager