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 companys 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 companys 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
- Bachelors 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
Monthly Gross Official Company Vehicle
Key Skills Advertising Management,General Services,Indoor Sales,Gym,Inventory Management,Accounts Payable
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 1000000 - 1000000