The HR & Recruitment Coordinator supports end-to-end recruitment and HR operations for construction projects, ensuring timely mobilization of manpower (white & blue collar), compliance with documentation requirements, and smooth coordination with internal stakeholders, PRO team, and manpower agencies.
Key ResponsibilitiesA) Recruitment & Mobilization
- Coordinate full recruitment cycle for construction roles (MEP, Civil, QA/QC, HSE, Engineers, Foremen, Technicians, Labour).
- Screen CVs, shortlist candidates, schedule interviews, and coordinate interview panels.
- Follow up with selected candidates on offer acceptance, joining dates, and mobilization readiness.
- Coordinate with agencies and/or direct sourcing channels to meet manpower targets.
- Maintain recruitment trackers (pipeline, shortlist, offer status, mobilization, replacements).
B) HR Operations & Site Support
- Support onboarding processes: joining formalities, medical, orientation, site induction coordination.
- Maintain employee files and ensure all documents are complete (IDs, certificates, clearances, contracts).
- Assist in attendance coordination, leave tracking, and manpower reporting (if required).
- Respond to employee queries related to onboarding, basic HR policies, and documentation.
C) Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure candidate documentation is accurate and complete (passport, visa status, education certificates, trade certificates, etc.).
- Coordinate with PRO team for visa processing status, labor approvals, and mobilization updates.
- Ensure compliance with company and project requirements (HSE induction, client site access requirements, etc.).
D) Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with project team, site management, and department heads on manpower needs and priorities.
- Coordinate with logistics/accommodation teams for arrivals and site deployment (as applicable).
- Prepare weekly recruitment and mobilization reports for management.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong coordination and follow-up skills in a fast-paced project environment.
- Knowledge of construction roles and manpower structures (MEP/Civil/HSE/QAQC).
- Good communication skills (English mandatory; Arabic/Hindi/Urdu is a plus).
- Strong organization and data handling skills (Excel, trackers, reporting).
- Ability to manage multiple vacancies and urgent mobilizations.
- Confidentiality and professionalism in handling employee records.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in HR, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
- 2–5 years experience in HR coordination and recruitment within construction / contracting / FM.
- Experience coordinating visas, mobilization, and manpower agencies is a strong advantage.
Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)
- Experience in GCC / UAE labor processes and working with PRO teams.
- Hands-on experience with recruitment platforms (LinkedIn, job portals) and ATS (if applicable).
- Experience supporting large-scale mobilization or project ramp-up.
KPIs / Performance Measures
- Time-to-fill and time-to-mobilize for priority roles.
- Interview-to-offer and offer-to-join ratios.
- Accuracy and completeness of documentation files.
- Weekly reporting and stakeholder satisfaction.
Working Conditions
- Site/office-based role with possible extended hours during peak mobilization.
- Coordination with multiple departments, agencies, and PRO team.
Job Type: Full-time