Hr Manager 1

Isko Engineering Pvt. Ltd.; Vadodara; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Isko Engineering Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced HR leader to drive talent acquisition, manpower planning and multi-site HR operations for engineering projects in India.

You will implement performance management, develop organizational development initiatives and ensure statutory compliance across states while partnering with site teams and management.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM or equivalent in HR required.
• 712 years of relevant HR experience, preferably including at least 3 years in EPC, engineering, construction, infrastructure or industrial project organizations.
• Experience managing HR operations across multiple project sites and states.
• Exposure to project-site manpower management and statutory labour compliance essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for engineering, design, project management, procurement, construction, administration and site execution roles.
• Coordinate with department heads to forecast manpower requirements and ensure timely deployment.
• Develop recruitment channels including job portals, consultants, referrals and local site recruitment.
• Handle onboarding, induction, documentation, employee transfers and exit formalities.
• Independently manage day-to-day HR functions for corporate office employees and project site personnel.
• Maintain employee records, attendance, leave, payroll inputs and HR documentation.
• Develop and monitor HR policies, SOPs and service standards.
• Coordinate mobilization, deputation, site transfers and demobilization.
• Support site administration, including accommodation, travel and welfare arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and statutory requirements across states.
• Oversee PF, ESIC, professional tax, minimum wages, gratuity etc.
• Maintain statutory records and support audits and renewals.
• Liaise with statutory authorities, labour consultants and external agencies.

Skills

Manpower planning

Labour law compliance

Recruitment

HR operations

MS Excel / HRIS

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

MBA / PGDM in HR Management

MSW (HR) or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Tools

HR MIS software

Payroll systems

Job description

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Manpower Planning

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for engineering, design, project management, procurement, construction, administration and site execution roles.
• Coordinate with department heads and project managers to forecast manpower requirements and ensure timely deployment.
• Develop effective recruitment channels, including job portals, consultants, referrals and local site recruitment.
• Handle onboarding, induction, documentation, employee transfers and exit formalities.

2. HR Operations & Administration

• Independently manage day-to-day HR functions for corporate office employees and project site personnel.
• Maintain employee records, attendance, leave, payroll inputs and HR documentation.
• Develop, implement and monitor HR policies, SOPs and employee service standards.
• Coordinate employee mobilization, deputation, site transfers and demobilization as per project requirements.
• Support site administration, including employee accommodation, travel and welfare arrangements.

3. Statutory Compliance & Labour Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements across different states.
• Oversee PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, minimum wages, gratuity, contract labour regulations and other applicable compliances.
• Coordinate with contractors and project teams to monitor contract labour documentation and statutory compliance.
• Maintain statutory records and support audits, inspections, registrations and renewals.
• Liaise with statutory authorities, labour consultants and external agencies whenever required.

4. Performance Management & Organizational Development

• Implement structured performance appraisal and employee evaluation systems.
• Coordinate with department heads to establish measurable performance expectations and KPIs.
• Identify employee training, competency development and skill enhancement requirements.
• Support succession planning, career development and retention of key employees.

5. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as a bridge between management, corporate employees and project site teams.
• Address employee grievances, workplace concerns, disciplinary matters and conflicts professionally.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, collaboration and a positive organizational culture.
• Ensure consistent implementation of workplace policies, professional conduct and POSH requirements.

6. HR Strategy, MIS & Management Support

• Prepare periodic HR MIS reports covering manpower strength, recruitment, attrition, attendance, statutory compliance and HR costs.
• Monitor manpower utilization and support workforce cost optimization across projects.
• Work closely with senior management on HR planning, policy improvements and organizational growth.
• Develop scalable HR systems and processes suitable for a growing multi-location EPC organization.

Required Qualifications

• MBA / PGDM in Human Resource Management, MSW (HR) or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
• 712 years of relevant HR experience, preferably including at least 3 years in EPC, engineering, construction, infrastructure or industrial project organizations.
• Prior experience managing HR operations across multiple project sites and states is highly desirable.
• Practical exposure to project-site manpower management and statutory labour compliance is essential.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws, statutory compliance and contract labour management.
• Proven experience in technical recruitment and manpower planning.
• Ability to independently manage corporate and project-site HR operations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with engineers, project managers, site teams, contractors and senior management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, HR MIS, payroll systems and HRMS software.
• Strong organizational skills, problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• High integrity, confidentiality, ownership and a solution-oriented approach.
• Good command of English, Hindi and Gujarati; ability to communicate with employees across different states will be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to project locations as required.Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

We are particularly interested in candidates who have worked in EPC companies, industrial construction organizations, engineering companies or multi-site project environments, and understand the practical HR challenges of managing both office-based professionals and project-site workforces.

The ideal candidate should be a hands-on HR professional rather than solely a policy-oriented HR administrator, capable of building robust HR systems while actively resolving operational and people-related challenges.