HR Manager

Department : Human Resources
Industry : MEP Contracting / Construction
Reports To : COO

Job Summary :

The HR Manager will oversee all human resource functions within the MEP contracting organization, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, labor compliance, training, and strategic HR planning. The role requires a proactive, hands-on leader capable of aligning HR strategies with the company’s project and business objectives in the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with the company’s goals.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for technical and non-technical roles, especially for MEP project-based manpower (engineers, supervisors, technicians, etc.).
• Oversee onboarding, induction, and orientation of new employees to ensure smooth integration into the company.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records, contracts, and HR databases.
• Handle employee relations, grievances, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution in accordance with labor laws.
• Manage payroll inputs, leave records, attendance systems, and employee benefits in coordination with the accounts/payroll department.
• Monitor workforce deployment across projects and ensure optimal manpower allocation.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and other regulatory requirements.
• Plan and coordinate training programs for skill development and performance improvement.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies.
• Lead performance appraisal cycles and assist department heads in performance-related decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers and department heads for project-specific HR needs.
• Prepare HR reports and dashboards for management review.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of HR experience, preferably in the construction/MEP industry.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, employment regulations, and HR best practices in the industry/region.
• Proven experience in managing a blue-collar and white-collar workforce.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRMS/ERP software.

Preferred Qualifications :

• MBA in HR.
• Experience in manpower planning for large-scale MEP or construction projects.