construction recruiter

Talent MEA

Job Title: Blue-Collar Recruiter &ndash; Construction IndustryJob Purpose:The Blue-Collar Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, selecting, and onboarding skilled and unskilled labor for construction projects, including civil, MEP, and specialized trades. This role ensures timely and cost-effective recruitment in compliance with UAE labor laws, company policies, and project requirements. The recruiter will manage end-to-end overseas recruitment campaigns and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates to meet the company&rsquo;s manpower needs.Key Responsibilities:1. Manpower Planning &amp; Coordination<ul><li>Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to identify current and future manpower requirements for various construction projects.</li><li>Develop and maintain a workforce plan aligned with project timelines and budgets.</li><li>Ensure recruitment aligns with UAE labor laws and company visa quota requirements.</li></ul>2. Recruitment Strategy &amp; Sourcing<ul><li>Develop sourcing strategies for skilled and unskilled labor, including overseas recruitment drives.</li><li>Build partnerships with overseas recruitment agencies, government labor offices, and vocational training centers in source countries</li><li>Utilize internal databases, job boards, and social media platforms to attract candidates.</li><li>Plan and conduct bulk recruitment campaigns to meet urgent project needs.</li></ul>3. Screening &amp; Selection<ul><li>Conduct initial screening and shortlisting of candidates for various construction trades such as masons, carpenters, steel fixers, electricians, plumbers, and helpers.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate trade tests, interviews, and medical fitness tests.</li><li>Ensure candidates meet project-specific skill and quality standards before deployment.</li></ul>4. Documentation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Manage visa processing, offer letters, employment contracts, and travel arrangements in coordination with the PRO and HR operations team.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE Ministry of Human Resources &amp; Emiratisation (MOHRE) and Dubai Municipality regulations.</li><li>Maintain accurate recruitment documentation and audit-ready records.</li></ul>5. Vendor &amp; Agency Management<ul><li>Identify, evaluate, and manage overseas manpower suppliers and agencies.</li><li>Negotiate service agreements and recruitment fees to ensure cost-effective hiring.</li><li>Monitor agency performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs.</li></ul>6. Reporting &amp; Metrics<ul><li>Prepare weekly and monthly recruitment status reports, highlighting progress, challenges, and forecasted manpower needs.</li><li>Track recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and retention rate.</li><li>Analyze data to improve recruitment efficiency and outcomes.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).</li><li>Diploma or certification in recruitment, HR, or talent acquisition is an advantage.</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 4&ndash;7 years of recruitment experience, with at least 3 years focused on blue-collar and bulk hiring for the construction industry.</li><li>Hands-on experience in overseas recruitment campaigns and managing large labor pools.</li></ul>Knowledge:<ul><li>UAE labor laws, visa procedures, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>End-to-end recruitment process, including trade testing and overseas hiring best practices.</li><li>Familiarity with construction roles and skill requirements across civil, mechanical, and electrical trades.</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>Strong sourcing and negotiation skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).</li><li>Ability to manage multiple recruitment campaigns simultaneously under tight deadlines.</li></ul>Languages:<ul><li>English fluency is mandatory.</li><li>Knowledge of Hindi, Urdu is highly preferred due to the target labor markets.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>Construction Recruitment: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>

Blue Collar recruiter

Slayden

<div>Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking a Recruiter with specialized experience in heavy civil construction to join our team. This role will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent.
Slayden Constructors is a leader in the civil construction industry in the Pacific Northwest, focused on water and wastewater infrastructure. Over the last 40 years, we have ingrained our reputation with our clients on successful projects, positively impacting local communities. Grow your career with a team that is committed to delivering quality projects timely and safely, while supporting our guiding principles: People Matter, Team Unity, Solutions Driven, and Forward Focused.
As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.
The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
Slayden is currently seeking a Recruiter to support the recruitment efforts nationwide for a variety of large municipal and industrial projects recently awarded.
The selected candidate will have prior experience recruiting a diverse applicant pool of construction professionals by marketing the Company as an employer of choice and will bring energy and enthusiasm to identifying, contacting, and qualifying potential candidates, including passive candidates.
This is a full-time, regular position, reporting directly to Slayden's Leadership Team, and will be based in our Salem, Oregon office. This position is full-time in the office.
Essential Functions
<ul><li>Source and recruit a diverse pool of applicants using digital networks, print and electronic advertising, career fairs, networking, cold calling, college and university programs, community agencies, workforce centers, professional associations, employee referral programs, and search firms to build talent pipelines.</li>
<li>Develop and implement targeted recruitment plans for openings which have unique requirements or are underutilized, and/or consist of multiple openings for the same position, clearly defining the tactics for sourcing, service and performance criteria, and timeline, and partnering with other team members to ensure a seamless flow of service to the hiring manager.</li>
<li>Accountable for full life-cycle recruiting for each individual posting as assigned. Including consulting with the hiring manager on the specific requirements of the position, the duration and verbiage of the job posting, recruiting tactics, and coordinating with others as necessary to conduct assessment tests, provide an appropriate offer, and administer the recruitment/selection process. Accountable for delivering candidates and commitments per the timeline established with the hiring manager.</li>
<li>Partner with hiring managers to ensure an accurate understanding of the job requirements and expectations; place and refresh recruiting ads to optimize candidate flow.</li>
<li>Continually build strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers to ensure the recruitment needs of the project are being met.</li>
<li>Create and maintain open communication and partnerships with internal customers to understand staffing needs while providing service to hiring managers and candidates throughout the hiring process.</li>
<li>Utilize behavioral interviews and validated assessment tools to screen and identify qualified candidates and present to the hiring manager for consideration. Consult with hiring manager in making the final candidate selection.</li>
<li>Utilize and leverage technology (applicant tracking system) and professional/social networking resources (i.e., LinkedIn, Indeed, resume databases, job boards, etc.) to attract, identify, initiate contact, communicate with, and interview/screen possible candidates.</li>
<li>Craft and send recruiting communications; promote consistent company brand to candidates and applicants.</li>
<li>Facilitate the hiring process by ensuring interviews are coordinated and executed in an expedited manner and candidate feedback is circulated quickly.</li>
<li>Focus on the recruitment experience of various stakeholders; ensure timely candidate review and related communications to both candidates and hiring managers.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain professional relationships with universities, professional associations, LinkedIn groups, etc. as sources to generate qualified applicants.</li>
<li>Schedule and attend relevant career fairs.</li>
</ul>
Basic Qualifications
<ul><li>Prior experience recruiting construction candidates, ideally those with heavy civil, mechanical, electrical and/or water/wastewater backgrounds.</li>
<li>Minimum of four (4) years of recruiting experience; must possess a proven track record of successfully sourcing hard to find &lsquo;passive&rsquo; candidates.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant tracking systems (ATS) and internet recruiting sources as well as MS Office Suite.</li>
<li>Experience using creative sourcing methods including internet sourcing techniques, Boolean searches, referral management, and passive candidate outreach techniques.</li>
<li>Knowledge of human resources evaluation methods, policies, practices, and procedures, including EEO and OFCCP compliance.</li>
<li>Excellent customer service using verbal and written communication and conversation skills via phone, email and in-person.</li>
<li>Ability to make daily phone calls to potential candidates to discuss career opportunities; ability to conduct phone interviews and take detailed notes that can be easily digested by the hiring team.</li>
<li>Prior experience leveraging social media to effectively network, advertise and/or engage candidates.</li>
<li>Ability to develop rapport and manage relationships with both potential candidates and hiring managers.</li>
<li>Ability to think creatively and leverage technology to find and connect with passive candidates.</li>
<li>Ability to occasionally work outside of normal business hours to conduct interviews, communicate with candidates, etc.</li>
<li>Prior experience with surge recruiting.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Diversity recruiting experience preferred.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
<ul><li>Group health &amp; welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision</li>
<li>100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance &amp; Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment (AD&amp;D), Spouse and Dependent Life &amp; AD&amp;D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate</li>
<li>Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity</li>
<li>Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)</li>
<li>Paid Sick and Safe Leave</li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave Program</li>
<li>10 Paid Holidays</li>
<li>401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).</li>
<li>Employee Referral Program</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.
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SYSTEMATIC CONTRACTING LLC

We are urgently seeking an experienced HR Recruiter with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction field in Dubai.Key Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum 10 years of proven HR recruiting experience in the construction industry in Dubai</li><li>Ability to source and mobilize labor from both within the UAE and abroad</li><li>Strong understanding of labor camp and site-related HR issues &ndash; able to manage and resolve conflicts</li><li>Proficient in working on:</li><li>TRAKHEES</li><li>DDA (Dubai Development Authority)</li><li>DM</li><li>MOHRE and Immigration systems</li><li>Fluent in English and Urdu (spoken and written)</li><li>Strong personality with excellent leadership and communication skills</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>

Senior HR Recruiter (Construction Industry)

Digital spidy HR Consultancies LLC

Should have experience in handling both Staff &amp; Labour Category in UAE.Minimum 1 Year UAE Experience is must in Construction industry.Preferred candidate who can join Immediate basis.Salary + Other BenefitsKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Collaborate with project managers and department heads to understand hiring needs and role requirements.</li><li>Source candidates through various channels such as job portals, social media, campus hiring, references, and recruitment agencies.</li><li>Conduct initial screening interviews to assess candidates&rsquo; skills, experience, and cultural fit.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule technical interviews with hiring managers and follow up on feedback.</li><li>Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment databases.</li><li>Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for future hiring needs.</li><li>Ensure a smooth onboarding process in collaboration with the HR operations team.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with labor market trends in the construction sector.</li><li>Support employer branding initiatives, particularly in attracting skilled trades and engineering professionals.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month

HR Recruiter

RAMAH GENERAL CONTRACTING L.L.C

Job Title: Recruitment Officer &ndash; Construction &amp; InfrastructureLocation: Abu Dhabi, UAEAbout the Company:General Contracting &amp; Transport LLC is a leading construction company specializing in infrastructure projects, including roads, utilities, and heavy equipment operations. We are dedicated to attracting top talent and ensuring efficient hiring processes to support our rapidly growing projects.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job posting to candidate onboarding.</li><li>Coordinate with department heads to identify hiring needs and develop job descriptions.</li><li>Source and screen candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, job portals, and referrals.</li><li>Conduct initial interviews and shortlist qualified candidates for final selection.</li><li>Ensure all recruitment activities comply with UAE labor laws and company policies.</li><li>Maintain and update recruitment databases and reports.</li><li>Participate in career fairs and represent the company in external recruitment events.</li><li>Support Emiratization initiatives (Tawteen) by targeting UAE national talent.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>3&ndash;5 years of experience in recruitment, preferably within the construction or infrastructure sector.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and recruitment best practices.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recruitment platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.).</li><li>Bilingual (Arabic &amp; English) preferred.</li></ul>Why Join Us:<ul><li>Opportunity to work with a growing company on strategic projects.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Career development and growth opportunities.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your current salary ?</li><li>What is your expected salary ?</li><li>Visa status </li><li>Notice Period</li></ul>

Recruitment Officer – Construction & Infrastructure

Super Jet Group

Looking for a dynamic, bold candidate with prior experience in manpower or construction companies.Job description:Experience in resolving labor-related issues in labor camps.Perform blue-collar recruitment tasks, including job postings, candidate screening, and interview schedulingCoordinate with external recruitment agencies to manage the hiring processMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of recruitment activities and candidate informationAssist in preparing recruitment reports and performance metricsSupport the onboarding process for new blue-collar hiresEnsure compliance with company policies and legal requirements related to blue-collar recruitmentAddress and resolve routine issues in the recruitment processContribute to the development of recruitment procedures and documentationFacilitate communication between internal teams and external recruitment partnersAssist in tracking and reporting on recruitment activities and outcomesProvide administrative support related to recruitment and outsourcing activitiesParticipate in process improvement initiatives by providing feedback and suggestionsManage candidate experience and ensure timely communication throughout the processSupport the implementation of recruitment best practicesStay informed about trends and developments in blue-collar recruitmentJob Type: Full-timeExperience:<ul><li>Manpower/Construction comapany: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul>

Admin Assstant - Manpower/Construction Company Exp

Sarmad Group

Walk in InterviewDate: Starting from 24 September 2025 Time: 10:00 am till 04:00 pm Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NTjdzCN2z23tYv6v9Office no 2006 , Tameem House Office Building , Barsha Heights , Dubai , UAEKey Responsibilities:Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract top talent within the construction industry. Collaborate with management to understand their staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans. Proactively source, screen, and interview candidates to assess their qualifications and fit for specific roles. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate assessments, interview coordination, and offer negotiation. Build and maintain a strong network of candidates and industry professionals through various channels, including social media, networking events, and industry associations. Provide best practices for interviewing, selection, and onboarding processes. Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations. Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Take ownership of the induction and onboarding processes.Skills, Experience &amp; Educational Requirements:Minimum 5 years of experience as a recruitment consultant or talent acquisition specialist is a must in construction field. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and build relationships with candidates and hiring managers. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality. Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and other recruitment tools and platforms. Solid knowledge of employment laws and regulations in the UAE, particularly related to recruitment and staffing. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. Degree in Human Resources and Professional certification in recruitment or human resources management .Excellent command of English , Arabic and Hindi written and spokenJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From AED10.00 per month

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