HR Generalist

HR Generalist – ConstructionMichigan 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