Project-Based Hiring
Solve for the work that needs to be done
The question isn't always "who should we hire?" Sometimes it's "what work needs to get done right now?" Project-based hiring is how organizations across Canada are answering that second question, bringing in specialized talent to deliver a defined outcome on a set timeline, then stepping back once the work is done.
A project-based partner who understands the work in front of you
Project-based hiring isn't about filling a gap in an org chart. It's about solving for what's actually in front of your business, whether that's a system implementation, a backlog that needs clearing or a function that's still taking shape. We start with the outcome and find the person who can deliver it.
Built around a defined outcome. We help you get specific about what success looks like, what's in scope and what should exist once the work is complete. Then we find the professional who can get you there.
Specialized skills, right when you need them. From system implementations to AI workflow integration, we connect you with people who've done this work before and can move quickly.
Flexibility without overcommitting. Project-based hiring lets you access expertise for exactly as long as the work requires, without a long-term commitment to a role that may evolve or disappear once the project ends.
A natural fit alongside contract and fractional hiring. Project-based work often sits within contract hiring, and sometimes it looks like fractional leadership. We help you figure out which model fits the work at hand.
A path to permanent, when it makes sense. Some project-based engagements clarify a long-term need. When that happens, we support the transition to a permanent hire.
Top roles we place for project-based work
Foundational & Execution-Focused Work
Accounts Receivable / Payable Specialist
Financial Analyst
Reporting & Dashboard Analyst
Marketing Campaign Coordinator
Graphic Designer
Process & Teams Enablement
Sales Enablement Specialist
Change Management Consultant
HR Process & Policy Consultant
Operations Analyst
Business Systems Analyst
Specialized & Technical Projects
ERP Implementation Consultant
AI Workflow Integration Specialist
Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst
Data Infrastructure Analyst
Website Optimization Specialist
Strategic & Leadership-Level Work
Fractional CFO
Fractional CMO
Fractional CHRO
Fractional COO
Organizational Design Consultant
Real results, real partnerships
We partner with organizations to solve complex hiring challenges, particularly where roles require a unique blend of skills, experience, and cultural alignment.
Case Study: Powering A Transformation Project Through Specialized Talent
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Smart Hiring Solutions
We provide flexible recruitment solutions to support growing businesses. From temporary staffing to executive search, we deliver the right talent quickly and reliably.
Contract & temporary positions
High-volume hiring
Candidate testing
Contract-to-permanent roles
Professional consulting
Executive recruitment
Fractional leadership roles
Payroll services
Permanent positions
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Why you'll love working with us
- We aren't just filling a role; we're helping you get clear on the outcome you actually need delivered. We take the time to understand what success looks like before we bring you a candidate.
- We're consultative, helping you think through whether project-based, contract, fractional or permanent hiring makes the most sense for the work in front of you.
- We adapt as the work evolves. If a project-based engagement clarifies a longer-term need, we're there to support that next step too.
- We're communicative, keeping you informed throughout the engagement so there are no surprises about scope or timeline.
- We put our whole team behind you, drawing on specialized expertise across finance, operations, technology, marketing and HR.
- We work onshore, in Canada. Altis is 100% Canadian owned and operated, so you're working with a team that knows your market.
- We go beyond the resumé, looking for professionals who've done this specific kind of work before and can move quickly from day one.
Frequently asked questions
What is project-based hiring?
Project-based hiring is an approach where organizations bring in talent to deliver a specific outcome within a set timeframe, such as implementing a system, building a process or solving a short-term challenge, rather than hiring someone into an ongoing role.
When should a company choose project-based hiring instead of a permanent hire?
Project-based hiring works well when the need is time-bound, specialized or still evolving, such as implementing new technology, cleaning up operational backlogs or testing a new function before committing to a permanent role.
What types of roles are best suited for project-based work?
Project-based work spans a wide range of roles and seniority levels, from operational support, such as financial reconciliation, to specialized work, such as system implementations, AI integration, change management and fractional leadership.
How does fractional hiring fit into project-based work?
Fractional hiring, bringing in a senior leader like a CFO, CMO or CHRO on a part-time or interim basis, is often a form of project-based work used to build or stabilize a function or test whether a full-time role is needed long-term.
How quickly can project-based talent start?
Project-based talent can often start faster than a permanent hire, since the focus is on a defined scope of work and experienced professionals can step in and begin delivering value right away.
Can a project-based hire transition into a permanent role?
Yes. Organizations sometimes start with a project-based hire to address an immediate need and later decide to convert the role into a permanent position once long-term requirements are clearer.
Is project-based hiring only for short-term or junior work?
No. Project-based hiring spans from execution-focused work through highly specialized and senior-level projects, including technical implementations and fractional leadership. What defines it is the scope and duration of the work, not the seniority of the role.
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