Talent & Business Development Specialist

Position: Talent & Business Development Specialist Location: Nashville, TN Remote Status: On-Site Job Id: 207 # of Openings: 1 Job Description Position Title: Talent & Business Development Specialist Location: Atlanta, GA or Nashville, TN Work Setting (Remote/ Hybrid/ On-site): This is a primarily on-site role with the possibility of limited hybrid in the future Position Summary We are seeking a Talent & Business Development Specialist who thrives on building relationships and being at the center of growth. This is not a behind-the-scenes recruiting role; this is a highly visible, people-facing position where you will directly impact how we attract talent, expand our network, and show up in the market. This role sits at the intersection of recruiting, marketing, and business development. You will be out in the field connecting with candidates, schools, and industry partners, while also working internally with hiring managers and leadership to meet evolving workforce needs. The right person for this role is a natural connector. They are someone who gets energy from building relationships and being out in front of people. You are proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities without losing momentum. You’re just as comfortable having a conversation with a candidate as you are representing the company at an event or coordinating behind the scenes to make things happen. Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and respond quickly to hiring demands Proactively build and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates for current and future openings Develop and maintain relationships with colleges, technical schools, and community organizations to support long-term talent pipelines Represent the company at career fairs, campus events, and workforce development initiatives Maintain consistent communication with candidates to ensure a strong experience and engagement Identify and engage candidates through various channels including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and direct outreach Execute targeted outreach campaigns to attract passive candidates Track and manage candidate activity within the ATS and maintain organized pipelines Business Development & Event Support Partner with the business development and marketing teams to plan and execute conferences, recruiting events, and networking opportunities Maintain and manage the company’s business development and recruiting event calendar Coordinate logistics for events, including registrations, materials, and scheduling Attend industry events, conferences, and networking functions to represent the company and support brand visibility Assist in identifying opportunities for strategic partnerships and market engagement Employee Engagement & Internal Events Support planning and coordination of internal employee events and initiatives Help ensure consistent communication and execution of company-wide events Qualifications Understanding of full-cycle recruiting processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination Ability to build and maintain relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and projects simultaneously Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through Ability to work proactively and independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams Comfortable representing the company in external-facing environments such as career fairs, networking events, and industry functions Basic proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), Microsoft Office, and standard recruiting tools Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and shift between recruiting, event coordination, and business development support Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field 2+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or a related role Experience supporting business development, marketing initiatives, or event planning Experience building partnerships with colleges, technical schools, or community organizations Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter or other sourcing tools Experience working in a professional services, construction, or AEC environment Experience planning or coordinating conferences, recruiting events, or internal employee events Demonstrated ability to build proactive talent pipelines and execute outreach strategies Physical Demands and Work Environment This role is a combination of office-based and field-based work, with regular time spent at career fairs, campuses, industry events, and networking functions. The position requires extended periods of sitting and computer use, as well as standing and walking for longer durations while attending events. Occasional lifting and transporting of materials, such as event displays and marketing materials, up to 25 pounds may be required. Local travel is expected, including occasional early morning or evening events. Work environments may vary between office settings, event venues, campuses, and construction-related environments depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Employee Benefits Affordable medical plans starting at $100/month for individuals 401(k) with 4% company match and immediate vesting PTO starting at 12 days/year, increasing annually up to 20 days 8 paid holidays each year Company-paid life and disability insurance Training and certification opportunities Employee recognition and bonus programs Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. #J-18808-Ljbffr RLG Consulting Engineers