HR Generalist – Construction
Michigan City, IN | On-Site
We are working with a construction business in the Michigan City area that is looking to appoint an experienced HR Generalist to support employees, managers and leadership across a busy project-driven environment.
This is a hands-on HR role covering the full employee lifecycle, with responsibility across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, payroll support, compliance, performance management and day-to-day HR operations.
Construction industry experience is required.
The Role
The HR Generalist will act as a key point of contact for employees and managers, working closely with leadership to support both operational and people-related needs across the business.
Responsibilities will include:
- Supporting recruiting and hiring activities across field and office-based positions
- Coordinating onboarding, new hire documentation and orientation
- Providing guidance to employees and managers on HR policies and procedures
- Supporting employee relations matters and workplace concerns
- Assisting with performance management and employee development processes
- Supporting benefits administration and employee enquiries
- Providing payroll support, including employee changes, timekeeping and payroll-related documentation
- Maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation
- Supporting HR compliance with company policies and employment regulations
- Assisting with investigations, corrective action and documentation where required
- Coordinating leave, attendance and employee status changes
- Supporting workforce planning and staffing needs across active construction projects
- Partnering with leadership to improve HR processes and employee experience
- Supporting wider HR operations as the business and project teams continue to grow
What We’re Looking For
- Previous HR experience within construction, General Contracting, engineering or a similar project-based environment
- Experience as an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, HR Business Partner or similar role
- Strong experience across employee relations, recruiting, onboarding and HR administration
- Working knowledge of benefits and payroll support
- Strong understanding of HR compliance and employment practices
- Experience supporting both salaried and hourly employees
- Comfortable working with field teams, Superintendents, Project Managers and senior leadership
- Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee matters professionally
- Ability to work full-time on site in Michigan City, Indiana
This is a great opportunity for an HR professional with construction experience who enjoys being close to the business and supporting employees and leadership in a fast-moving project environment.