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