Talent Acquisition Specialist ( {{city}})

Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support hiring efforts for hourly craft and field positions across our construction operations. This position plays a key role in helping us identify, attract, and hire the skilled professionals who keep our projects moving forward. The ideal candidate is proactive, people-focused, and comfortable working closely with field teams in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with field leadership and project managers to forecast labor needs and align recruiting strategies with project timelines.
• Actively source qualified candidates for roles such as equipment operators, laborers, CDL drivers, and other skilled trades through job boards, social media, referrals, and community outreach.
• Screen applications, conduct phone interviews, and evaluate candidate qualifications against project requirements.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams; ensure clear and timely communication at every stage.
• Track and manage candidates in the applicant tracking system, maintaining accurate records of interviews, feedback, and hiring decisions.
• Support new hire onboarding by assisting with paperwork, pre-employment screenings, and coordinating start dates.
• Attend and coordinate jobsite hiring events and community outreach efforts to attract local talent.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with workforce development organizations, training centers, and community partners to develop craft labor pipelines.
• Provide regular updates and reporting to hiring managers and leadership on recruiting progress, hiring metrics, and workforce trends.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely follow-up, professionalism, and clear communication.

What Were Looking For:

• Prior experience supporting craft or hourly recruiting, especially in construction, industrial, or related industries.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple openings and priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel 1015% to jobsites and local hiring events.
• Comfortable working in both office and field settings.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), job posting platforms, and digital sourcing tools preferred.