HR/ Admin Manager

Job Summary As HR Manager at Primestix Construction, you will lead all human resources functions to build a high-performing, compliant, and safety-focused workforce that drives our construction projects to success. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will act as a strategic partner, overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance & safety, compensation & benefits, development, and administration, ensuring seamless staffing and a positive culture across head office and dynamic project sites. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Lead full-cycle recruitment for diverse roles, including engineers, project managers, site supervisors, and temporary/site-based workers, to meet project timelines and staffing demands. Develop proactive strategies for sourcing and managing a flexible workforce to address project peaks, skill shortages, and turnover common in construction. Design and deliver structured onboarding programs that quickly integrate new hires into company policies, site-specific safety protocols, and operational expectations. Employee Relations & Performance Management Handle all employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, grievances, and terminations, while promoting fairness and maintaining positive morale. Design and implement a robust performance management framework, including goal-setting, regular reviews, feedback mechanisms, and career progression support to drive accountability and growth. Foster open communication, teamwork, and a respectful work culture across office teams and multiple project sites. Compliance & Safety Ensure full adherence to Nigerian labor laws (including the Labour Act), NSITF requirements, construction industry regulations, and any relevant trade union agreements. Act as the primary HR lead for safety initiatives: coordinate mandatory safety training, track certifications, monitor compliance, support incident reporting/investigation, and promote a zero-harm culture. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and provide advisory support to management on compliance risks and best practices. Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Oversee the design and administration of competitive compensation structures. Manage benefits programs (health insurance, pension, NHF, group life insurance, etc.) and ensure timely, accurate payroll processing with all statutory deductions (taxes, pension contributions, etc.). Ensure transparency, equity, and full legal compliance in all rewards and payroll practices, while conducting periodic reviews to remain competitive in the construction sector. Training, Development & Retention Assess training needs and develop targeted programs to enhance technical skills, safety awareness, leadership, and cross-functional versatility among employees. Create defined career paths and succession plans to improve retention of skilled talent in a high-turnover industry. Drive employe