Chief Timekeeper

• Supervise and manage site timekeepers and attendance teams.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance and manpower records for all employees and workers.
• Monitor attendance, late arrivals, absences, leave, rest days, and extended working hours.
• Collect and verify daily timesheets and overtime records from project teams.
• Coordinate with Site Management, HR, Payroll, and Project Administration to resolve attendance discrepancies.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly manpower and attendance reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of payroll inputs.
• Monitor employee mobilization, demobilization, transfers, and changes in work locations.
• Maintain records in the HRMS/timekeeping system and ensure data accuracy.
• Monitor attendance across multiple projects, camps, shifts, and work locations.
• Ensure proper documentation and approval of overtime and other attendance-related adjustments.
• Train and guide timekeepers on company procedures and attendance systems.
• Conduct regular audits of timekeeping records and investigate discrepancies.
• Support HR during payroll processing, audits, and employee queries relating to attendance and working hours.
• Ensure confidentiality and proper maintenance of employee attendance records.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of experience in timekeeping, attendance, and workforce administration with Tier-1 construction contractors within UAE.
• UAE/GCC construction experience is highly preferred.
• Experience managing multiple site timekeepers and large construction workforces.
• Strong knowledge of construction workforce attendance and payroll processes.
• Experience with biometric attendance systems and HRMS/ERP systems.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.
• Good understanding of UAE labour requirements relating to working hours, leave, attendance, and overtime.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and meet strict payroll deadlines.
• Immediate availability is a plus.