Talent Acquisition Manager Bhopal

Job Description – Manager Talent Acquisition Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Industry: Infrastructure / EPC / Construction Experience: 7–10 Years Employment Type: Full-time Reporting To: Head – HR / CHRO ROLE OVERVIEW The Manager – Talent Acquisition will be responsible for end-to-end recruitment across project, technical, site, and corporate roles within the infrastructure domain. The role requires strong local market knowledge of Bhopal and Madhya Pradesh, hands-on hiring capability, and the ability to deliver talent aligned with project timelines. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning • Manage end-to-end recruitment for infrastructure and EPC roles including engineering, site, QA/QC, safety, commercial, procurement, finance, HR, and support functions. • Partner with business and project heads to understand manpower requirements and hiring timelines. • Convert workforce plans into actionable hiring strategies. Execution & Delivery • Drive bulk and critical hiring for site and corporate positions. • Source candidates through local networks, consultants, referrals, campus drives, and direct sourcing. • Ensure timely closures aligned with project schedules and cost expectations. Stakeholder Management • Act as the single point of contact for hiring managers and project leaders. • Conduct structured intake meetings and provide market insights. • Ensure a smooth candidate experience from offer rollout to joining. Process, Governance & Reporting • Maintain recruitment MIS, dashboards, and hiring reports. • Ensure adherence to internal recruitment policies and statutory requirements. • Standardize interview processes and offer governance. Employer Branding & Local Market Engagement • Strengthen employer branding initiatives in Bhopal and nearby regions. • Build strong local talent pipelines and recruitment partnerships. • Participate in job fairs, campus hiring, and local sourcing initiatives. KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES • Strong experience in infrastructure, EPC, or construction hiring. • Deep understanding of the Bhopal and Madhya Pradesh talent market. • Hands-on recruitment execution capability. • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. • Data-driven approach to recruitment. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • 7–10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition. • Mandatory experience in Infrastructure / EPC / Construction domain. • Proven experience in project and site-based hiring. • Graduate degree required; MBA/PGDM in HR preferred.