Hr Generalist

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to manage end-to-end human resources functions for an architectural and construction firm. The role supports both office-based professionals (architects, engineers, admin) and project/site personnel, ensuring compliance, workforce stability, and effective people operations across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Staffing

• Manage recruitment for architects, engineers, project managers, site supervisors, skilled labor, and support staff
• Coordinate onboarding and mobilization for project-based hires
• Maintain manpower planning aligned with project schedules

HR Operations

• Administer employee records, contracts, and HR documentation
• Manage timekeeping, attendance, leaves, and disciplinary records
• Support payroll processing and benefits administration

Employee Relations

• Act as point of contact for HR concerns of office and site staff
• Handle disciplinary actions, investigations, and grievance resolution
• Support performance management and appraisal processes

Compliance & Labor Relations

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, DOLE requirements, and construction-specific regulations
• Prepare reports and documentation for audits, inspections, and government agencies
• Assist with workplace safety coordination and policy enforcement

Policy & Process Development

• Implement HR policies, employee handbook, and SOPs
• Support training, skills development, and workforce upskilling initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 3 years HR experience, preferably in construction, engineering, or project-based industries
• Strong knowledge of labor law, disciplinary procedures, and HR documentation
• Experience dealing with both professional staff and skilled labor
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Willing to visit project sites as needed

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with payroll systems and timekeeping tools
• Experience supporting multiple simultaneous projects
• Strong judgment, confidentiality, and conflict resolution ability

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic architecture & construction environment
• Exposure to both design professionals and field operations
• Opportunity to build structured HR systems in a growing firm

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person