HR Generalist

Michigan City, United States | Posted on 10/12/2026

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 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.

• 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

• 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.