HR & Admin Manager (Construction) Full Time

Job Title – HR & Admin Manager

Location – Ikoyi, Lagos

Our client is a major West African company that specializes in large-scale building and construction projects, with a particular focus on mechanical and electrical systems across the continent.

They are seeking a seasoned HR & Admin Manager to lead the people operations and administrative functions. This role is designed for a strategic yet hands-on professional who thrives in the fast-paced environment of the construction industry and possesses a “boots-on-the-ground” approach to labor relations. You will be responsible for harmonizing a diverse workforce and ensuring the administrative backbone is as solid as the company’s engineering projects.

The ideal candidate must be a firm but fair negotiator with deep experience in the Nigerian construction landscape and an understanding of the technical demands of M&E projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for unions; lead collective bargaining, grievance handling, and proactive conflict resolution to maintain uninterrupted site operations.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment for technical M&E and site-based roles, performance management, and career development.
• Manage office facilities, procurement of office supplies, and the company’s fleet (including maintenance and driver management).
• Ensure all HR and administrative activities strictly adhere to Nigerian Labor Laws and industry-specific safety/engineering regulations.
• Provide high-level HR metrics and administrative cost reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field (Professional certifications like CIPM or PHRi are a significant plus).
• Minimum of 8 years of HR experience specifically within the construction or related heavy-industry field.
• At least 5 years of proven experience maintaining industrial harmony within a unionized environment.
• A proven track record of managing both HR and Administrative departments in a multinational or regional setting.
• Exceptional negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage complex logistics across multiple project sites.

Benefits
₦1,000,000 Monthly Gross + Official Company Vehicle

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