Human Resources Project Manager

Iskraemeco by Kaynes is looking for Manager – HR & Administration - Projects for Ahmedabad location. Company Profile: Iskraemeco India Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kaynes Technologies, is a leading smart metering and energy management solutions provider. Leveraging advanced R&D, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and global best practices, Iskraemeco India develops and delivers next-generation smart meters that meet IEC, BIS, and DLMS/COSEM standards. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions, the company is at the forefront of India’s digital energy transformation. The strategic backing of Kaynes Technologies strengthens its global supply chain, quality systems, and technology leadership, enabling Iskraemeco India to cater to utilities and large-scale deployments with reliability and scale. Job Purpose: The Manager – HR & Administration will oversee HR and administrative operations for the Ahmedabad office and manage a large workforce (on-roll and outsourced) deployed across various project sites in Gujarat. The role requires a seasoned professional capable of implementing HR strategy, ensuring statutory compliance, managing manpower deployment, leading employee relations, and driving operational excellence while aligning with corporate HR policies. Key Responsibilities: A. Office Administration Responsibilities • Lead office administration, facility management, procurement, inventory, and vendor management. • Ensure seamless functioning of office infrastructure, utilities, security, housekeeping, and related services. • Oversee compliance with local statutory and municipal requirements for office and site operations. • Manage travel planning, logistical arrangements, meeting coordination, and project-related mobility. • Drive administrative budgeting, cost optimization, and petty cash governance. • Implement administrative SOPs, safety protocols, and asset management controls. • Plan and lead employee engagement events, celebrations, and employee welfare activities. • Liaise with government bodies, auditors, statutory authorities, and external stakeholders. B. Human Resources Responsibilities Recruitment & Workforce Planning • Lead talent acquisition for on-roll and outsourced positions across Gujarat. • Engage with manpower contractors, negotiate terms, and ensure deployment adherence. • Conduct workforce forecasting, site manpower planning, and contractual workforce optimisation. Onboarding & Induction • Oversee joining formalities, induction programs, and statutory documentation. • Ensure alignment to corporate onboarding guidelines across all project sites. HR Operations & Data Management • Maintain updated HRIS data, employee records, attendance systems, shift schedules, and deployment logs. • Administer policies, employee communication, and HR documentation across project locations. Compliance, Statutory & Legal • Ensure 100% compliance with labour laws (PF, ESIC, CLRA, Payment of Wages, Shops & Establishments, etc.). • Conduct periodic contractor audits, documentation reviews, and statutory submissions. • Handle labour inspections, regulatory audits, dispute resolution, and legal coordination. Payroll & Benefits • Validate attendance, overtime, expense claims, and manpower deployment for payroll processing. • Manage statutory deduction records, salary adjustments, and benefits administration. Performance Management & Capability Building • Support development of KPAs/KRAs, performance monitoring, and appraisal cycles. • Facilitate capability development programs, skill training, and compliance training. Employee Relations & Grievance Management • Establish strong employee relations at office and site levels. • Address grievances, conduct counseling sessions, and support disciplinary actions. • Enhance engagement, retention, and welfare initiatives across Gujarat. C. Accountability • Ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations and contractor management. • Maintaining accurate HR & admin reporting, dashboards, compliance trackers, and manpower MIS. • Ensuring smooth functioning of administrative operations and cost optimisation. • Delivering high employee satisfaction through engagement and prompt grievance resolution. • Safeguarding confidentiality, integrity, and ethical handling of employee and company data. Qualifications & Experience • MBA / PGDM in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or HR & Admin specialization. • 6–10 years of progressive experience in HR & Administration, preferably in multi-site operations. • Strong exposure to managing outsourced manpower and labour-intensive operations. • Thorough understanding of labour laws, compliance, contractor management, and HR processes. • Experience in handling office administration, facilities, procurement, and vendor management. • Proficiency in HRIS tools, MS Office, and data-driven reporting. Required Competencies • Strong leadership and team management abilities. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. • Analytical problem-solving capabilities and decision-making skills. • Ability to manage large teams and multi-location operations. • High discipline, integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. Interested candidates with relevant years of experience are requested to send me your updated resume to recruitment@iskraemeco.in with a Subject Line: Manager – HR & Admin_Name Please ensure that your resume is saved with your name and no other name. #jobs2025 #ahmedabad #managerHR/Admin #HRmanager