Senior Manager HR & Admin

Senior Manager HR & Administration to take complete ownership of the HR and Administration function at our Chennai office.

This position is intended for a professional who has already demonstrated the ability to independently lead HR & Administration in an engineering, EPC, MEP, construction or project-based organisation.

We are specifically looking for someone who can take charge of the function rather than simply execute assigned activities.

Position: Senior Manager – HR & Administration

Location: Chennai

Experience: 5–7 years

Qualification: MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent

The Role

The selected candidate will be expected to independently plan, organise and drive the company's HR & Administration activities, establish appropriate systems and controls, identify issues before they become problems, and take responsibility for timely closure.

The role will include:

• Manpower planning and end-to-end recruitment across corporate and project/site requirements
• Employee onboarding, deployment, attendance, leave, payroll coordination and separation
• HR policies, procedures, documentation and statutory compliance
• Performance management, employee development and training
• Employee discipline, grievance handling, retention and workplace matters
• Manpower productivity and HR cost monitoring
• General office and facility administration
• Travel, accommodation, vehicles, assets and administrative support for project teams
• Vendor/service-provider management and control of administrative expenses
• HR & Admin MIS and periodic management reporting

The Senior Manager, HR & Administration will oversee all core HR and administrative functions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and local regulations. This full-time, on-site role is based in Chennai and involves managing end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and HR policies. The role will also handle administrative activities such as office management, vendor coordination, facilities, and compliance documentation. The Senior Manager will work closely with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies, drive organizational development initiatives, and maintain a positive, inclusive work environment. Daily responsibilities include leading the HR team, resolving employee queries, monitoring statutory compliance, preparing reports and HR dashboards, and supporting change management and process improvement.

What we expect

We are looking for a person with strong functional knowledge, maturity and decision-making ability.

The candidate should be capable of independently assessing HR and administrative matters, advising management on the appropriate course of action, considering company policy, employee impact, statutory requirements, cost and business interests.

The person should be comfortable taking ownership, making recommendations, following matters through to completion and being accountable for the HR & Administration function.

Preferred Background

Candidates with proven HR & Administration leadership experience in EPC / MEP / Construction / Engineering / Project-based companies, particularly those who have handled corporate as well as multiple project/site teams, will be preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in HR operations, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and policy implementation.
• Proven ability to manage administration functions such as office facilities, vendor management, and documentation control.
• Knowledge of labor laws, statutory compliance, and HR best practices relevant to operations in Chennai and across India.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership, people management, stakeholder communication, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to design and execute HR strategies, engagement initiatives, and organizational development programs.
• Comfort with HR systems, MS Office tools, and data-driven reporting for decision-making.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a master’s degree or HR certifications is an advantage.
• Several years of progressive experience in HR and administration, preferably in a managerial role.