Human Resources Manager – Construction (UAE Experience Required)

About the role

An international construction company is looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to join its construction project team in Dubai, UAE. The role covers day-to-day HR operations for construction projects, with a focus on recruitment, manpower planning, employee relations and compliance with UAE labour law. Candidates must have substantial hands-on HR experience in the UAE construction industry.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily HR operations for construction projects in Dubai.
• Handle recruitment, onboarding, mobilization and demobilization of construction workers, technical staff and administrative personnel.
• Develop manpower plans and coordinate workforce requirements with project management teams.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law, MOHRE regulations and other employment requirements.
• Manage employment contracts, work permits, visa processing, Emirates ID and employee documentation with the PRO team.
• Oversee attendance, leave records, payroll coordination, WPS compliance and end-of-service benefits.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, labour disputes and employee relations.
• Coordinate labour accommodation, employee welfare and workforce administration for construction sites.
• Implement company HR policies and support performance management and employee development.
• Prepare HR reports, recruitment updates, manpower statistics and workforce cost analyses.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of HR experience, including at least 5 years in the UAE construction industry.
• Proven HR management experience with construction contractors, engineering companies or major construction projects in Dubai or other Emirates.
• Extensive experience recruiting and managing blue-collar and white-collar construction personnel.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, MOHRE regulations, WPS, visa procedures, work permits and end-of-service benefits.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic or Chinese and a UAE driving licence are an advantage.
• Candidates currently residing in the UAE are preferred.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and HR management systems.
• Strong organizational, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle employee relations, labour complaints, disciplinary procedures and HR administration independently.

What we offer

• Full-time employment with an international construction company.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Professional working environment and career development opportunities.
• Employment benefits in line with UAE labour regulations and company policies.