About Us
Kiewit is a Fortune 300 global EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) leader delivering complex infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects in North America. As part of our continued growth, we are expanding into the India market and establishing a new operational hub to support our global projects.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on HR professional to support the launch of our India operations. This role will initially focus on full-cycle recruitment of engineering and technical talent to build out our local team. As hiring milestones are achieved, the role will evolve into a site-based HR Business Partner, serving as the primary HR point of contact for employees and leadership at the location.
This is a unique opportunity to help build an organization from the ground up and play a key role in shaping the employee experience in a new market.
Key Responsibilities
Phase 1: Talent Acquisition (First 3–6 Months)
- Lead full-cycle recruitment for engineering, project, and corporate roles
- Partner with global and local leadership to understand hiring needs and workforce planning
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for niche engineering talent in India
- Build relationships with external agencies, universities, and talent pipelines
- Ensure a high-quality candidate experience aligned with company standards
- Support offer negotiations and onboarding processes
Phase 2: HR Business Partner / Site HR Lead
- Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and managers at the site
- Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies
- Support onboarding, engagement, and retention initiatives
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies
- Partner with leadership on organizational development and workforce planning
- Help establish and implement HR processes, systems, and best practices for the new location
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including strong recruiting experience for technical or engineering roles
- Experience supporting or building operations in India strongly preferred
- Knowledge of Indian labor laws and HR practices
- Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and startup-like environment
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience working in EPC, construction, engineering, or similar industries is a plus
What We’re Looking For
- A self-starter who thrives in building from scratch
- Someone comfortable switching between tactical execution and strategic thinking
- Strong recruiting instincts combined with solid HR generalist capabilities
- Ability to influence leaders and build trust across a global organization
