Job Description

Head - Human Resources (HR Head) for Real Estate & Construction based company

Department:

Human Resources

Reporting To:

Managing Director / CEO

Location:

Madhavaram , Chennai

Job Purpose

The HR Head will lead and manage all human resource functions for corporate office and construction/project sites. The role focuses on strategic HR leadership, statutory compliance, manpower planning, performance management, employee relations, and building a disciplined, performance-driven culture aligned with real estate and construction operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Leadership

Develop and implement HR strategy aligned with business growth, project timelines, and organizational goals Act as a strategic advisor to top management on people, culture, and organizational development Establish HR governance, policies, and best practices across all locations

2. Manpower Planning & Recruitmen

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Prepare annual and project-wise manpower plans Lead end-to-end recruitment for corporate, sales, engineering, planning, QS, billing, site, and support roles Manage recruitment agencies, contractors, and internal hiring teams Ensure timely mobilization of site manpower

3. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

Oversee onboarding, confirmation, transfers, promotions, and exits Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records, personnel files, and HRMS Standardize HR processes across HO and project sites

4. Performance Management (KRA & KPI)

Design and implement KRA & KPI frameworks for all functions Drive performance appraisal cycles and productivity reviews Support department heads in performance improvement plans

5. Compensation, Payroll & Benefits

Design competitive salary structures aligned with industry benchmarks Ensure timely payroll processing and statutory deductions Manage incentives, commissions, bonuses, insurance, gratuity, and leave policies

6. Statutory Compliance & Labour Laws

Ensure compliance with all applicable labour laws: PF, ESI, PT, LWF Shops & Establishments Act Minimum Wages Act, Bonus Act, Gratuity Act Handle inspections, audits, legal notices, and labour authority interactions Manage contract labour compliance at project sites

7. Employee Relations

Handle grievances, disciplinary actions, domestic enquiries, and terminations Maintain harmonious industrial relations at sites and corporate offices Address union or workforce issues proactively

8. Learning & Development

Identify training needs for technical, safety, leadership, and behavioral skills Drive induction, site safety, compliance, and soft-skills training Support leadership development and succession planning

9. Culture Building & Employee Engagement

Drive employee engagement initiatives and communication programs Build a performance-oriented, ethical, and compliance-driven culture Support change management and organizational development initiatives

10. Policy, SOP & Governance

Draft, implement, and periodically update HR policies and SOPs Ensure policy communication and adherence across all levels Support internal audits, ISO requirements, and corporate governance

11. HR MIS & Reporting

Prepare HR dashboards and MIS for management Track attrition, recruitment status, compliance, headcount, and HR costs Provide insights for decision-making

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of labour laws and site-based HR operations Leadership and people management skills High level of integrity and confidentiality Conflict resolution and negotiation skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management HRMS and data-driven decision-making

Qualifications & Experience

MBA / MSW / PGDM in Human Resources 12-20 years of HR experience, preferably in

Real Estate / Construction / Infrastructure

Experience handling large site manpower and multi-location operations

Interested Candidate can apply through

Email ID:

hr@vrlivin.co.in

Phone No:

9363405130

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Leave encashment Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person