Senior HR Manager
Key Responsibilities : Strategic Leadership Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business and road construction project objectives, translating long-term goals into actionable monthly and quarterly plans. Partner with project managers and leadership to support workforce planning across multiple project sites. Talent Management Oversee end-to-end recruitment for construction project roles, including engineers, site staff, supervisors, operators, and support functions. Manage onboarding programs for site-based and corporate employees, ensuring smooth deployment across projects. Employee Relations Foster a positive work environment across project sites and offices. Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and workforce issues common to construction environments. Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement, safety culture, and retention. Compliance and Policy Ensure compliance with labor laws, contract labor regulations, safety norms, and statutory requirements relevant to road construction projects. Develop, update, and enforce HR policies tailored to project-based operations. Performance and Development Oversee performance appraisal systems for site and office staff. Develop training programs focused on leadership, compliance, safety, and skill development for construction teams. Support career progression and succession planning. Compensation and Benefits Manage payroll processes, including site-based payroll and contract labor payments. Administer benefits and conduct market benchmarking to maintain competitive compensation structures in the construction industry. HR Operations Supervise daily HR operations across multiple project locations. Manage HR systems such as ATS, HRMS, and workforce databases. Track and analyze HR metrics to support manpower planning and decision-making. Budget Management Plan and manage the HR department budget, ensuring optimal use of resources across projects. Required Skills and Qualifications Minimum 10 years of proven experience in a senior HR role, with mandatory experience in road construction or large infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of labor laws, contract labor management, and compliance relevant to construction projects. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously. Experience working with HR systems and databases. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to build effective relationships at all organizational levels, including site teams. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field. Job Type: Full-time Experience: HR Manager: 5 years (Preferred) Language: IsiXhosa or IsiZulu (Preferred) Location: * Durban, KwaZulu-Natal (Preferred) Work Location: In person