Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Construction Experience Required)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Construction Experience Required) based in the United States.

The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a key role in attracting and hiring experienced professionals within the construction industry. This position will own recruitment strategies for assigned teams, markets, and specialized roles while partnering closely with internal stakeholders. The role combines strategic sourcing, candidate engagement, hiring process management, and workforce planning to support business growth. You will collaborate with leaders across the organization to identify talent needs and deliver high-quality recruitment solutions. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder with strong construction industry knowledge and a passion for connecting people with impactful career opportunities. This is an opportunity to influence talent strategies within a growing organization that values safety, integrity, collaboration, and professional development.

Accountabilities:: The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will manage end-to-end recruitment activities while serving as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and internal teams. This role requires strong expertise in construction recruiting, candidate relationship management, and process optimization.

Own recruitment activities for assigned departments, markets, and construction-related roles, with a focus on experienced professionals in construction management and project support.

Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, conduct intake meetings, and develop effective recruitment strategies.

Create, publish, and manage job advertisements across relevant channels to attract qualified candidates.

Source, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates through phone, video, and in-person interactions.

Coordinate interview processes, assessments, reference checks, employment verifications, and offer management.

Prepare and present offer letters while ensuring smooth communication throughout the hiring process.

Manage candidate workflows and maintain accurate records within applicant tracking and HR systems.

Support temporary staffing needs, including consultants and contract employees.

Manage relationships with external staffing partners and vendors when needed.

Oversee onboarding activities, including employment eligibility verification, required documentation, and new hire coordination.

Provide regular recruitment updates, reporting, and insights to leadership teams.

Support strategic talent acquisition initiatives focused on employee development, retention, and workforce growth.

Contribute to college recruiting initiatives, campus partnerships, and early-career talent programs when required.

Maintain confidentiality of employee information and handle sensitive personnel data with professionalism.

Travel periodically to company locations, project sites, and industry meetings across North America as needed.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings strong construction recruiting expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They should have experience building relationships with candidates and stakeholders while delivering successful hiring outcomes.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Construction Management, or a related field, plus at least 5 years of construction recruiting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong understanding of construction-related roles, including project management, field operations, and project support functions.

Proven success recruiting experienced professionals, including candidates for travel-based and project-oriented positions.

Experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes from sourcing through onboarding.

Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HR information systems (HRIS), and recruitment reporting tools.

Strong interviewing, assessment, negotiation, and candidate relationship management skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with hiring managers, executives, and cross-functional teams.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open positions and competing deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional and consultative approach.

Advanced computer skills and confidence using recruitment technology platforms.

Ability to maintain discretion when handling confidential employee and candidate information.

Willingness to travel occasionally to support business needs.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation package with salary increases and performance-based opportunities.

Profit-sharing plan and cash bonus programs.

Annual cost-of-living adjustments.

Health, dental, and vision insurance eligibility starting on day one.

Paid parental leave.

Minimum of 29 days of paid time off, including holidays, for eligible roles.

Continuing education reimbursement and personalized career development programs.

Training opportunities focused on technical, leadership, and professional growth.

Fitness center access for office-based employees and gym membership reimbursement for project-based team members.

Employee Resource Group (ERG) opportunities.

Philanthropic and community engagement opportunities.

Career advancement pathways within the talent acquisition function.

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