Job Description

Job Title: HR Generalist xe2x80x93 Manager
Experience: 8+ Years
Location: Chennai
Industry: Construction / Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Generalist (Manager level) to lead and manage HR operations in a fast-paced construction environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in statutory compliance, labour law management, and HR generalist functions, with a solid understanding of HR practices in the construction industry.Key Responsibilities:Ensure 100% compliance with all applicable Factory Acts, Labour Laws, and state/central statutory regulations.Manage end-to-end statutory audits, inspections, and liaison with government bodies (Factories Inspectorate, Labour Department, PF/ESI authorities, etc.).Oversee and manage PF, ESI, Gratuity, Bonus, Minimum Wages, Shops & Establishments Act, Contract Labour Regulation and Abolition Act (CLRA), etc.Maintain statutory records, registers, returns, and timely submission of reports and filings.Collaborate with site HR/admin teams to ensure labour contractor compliance and workforce welfare standards.Lead core HR generalist activities including employee relations, grievance handling, onboarding, offboarding, HR policy implementation, and training initiatives.Drive HR policy compliance, process improvement, and audit readiness across all construction project sites.Act as a liaison between corporate HR and project sites, ensuring consistency in HR operations and compliance standards.Manage vendor/contractor HR documentation and ensure adherence to internal and legal requirements.Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor's Degree (minimum); MBA in HR or equivalent is preferred.8+ years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a compliance-focused HR role within the construction or manufacturing industry.In-depth knowledge of labour laws, factory regulations, and contract labour management.Hands-on experience with labour law portals, statutory software/tools (like Shram Suvidha, EPFO portal, ESIC portal, etc.).Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with site-level teams and senior management.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, HindiProven experience in managing external audits and legal inspections confidently.Preferred Skills:Experience working in a multi-site construction environment.Certification in labour law or industrial relations is a plus.Familiarity with HRMS and digital compliance systems.

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