Senior HR Manager - Building Construction

We are assisting one of the UAE’s leading and most respected group, in identifying a seasoned Senior HR Manager to lead the HR function for its large-scale construction division.

The role requires a strategic HR leader with hands-on experience managing large workforces across white- and blue-collar categories, driving people strategy, and aligning HR operations with the business’s growth and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the overall HR strategy, policies, and systems for the construction division.
• Oversee all aspects of HR operations including talent acquisition, manpower planning, performance management, learning & development, and employee relations.
• Implement initiatives to enhance productivity, engagement, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and regulations.
• Drive organizational culture, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Partner with business heads to align HR practices with operational needs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree; MBA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 15–20 years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally within large Building construction organizations.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale manpower operations and drive strategic HR transformation.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• UAE experience is essential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED30,000.00 - AED40,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Multiple projects : 10 years (Required)
• implemented or led HR transformation: 10 years (Required)
• working in India: 1 year (Required)
• working for building contractors: 5 years (Required)
• HR leadership within Construction sector: 10 years (Required)
• talent acquisition and managing blue collar hirings: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person