Business Partner, Talent Acquisition

Date: Mar 25, 2026 Location: Irving, TX, US; Dallas, TX, US; Beaumont, TX, US Operating Sector: Human Resources Position Title: Business Partner, Talent Acquisition Come Build Your Career at Aecon! As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities. At Aecon, you can count on: Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all. Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage. Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments. We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! At Aecon we: Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well‑being. Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs. Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon. Are a leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best‑in‑class Aecon community! What is the Opportunity? Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Business Partner plays a key role in delivering full‑cycle recruitment support. This is a strategic position focused on attracting top talent, building strong partnerships with hiring managers, and driving creative sourcing solutions. What You’ll Do Here: Conduct full‑cycle recruitment for all open roles across Aecon's Utilities and Civil division. This includes sourcing, screening resumes, conducting telephone screens, interviewing, reference checks, and composing and extending job offers Identify strategies and sourcing channels to build a pipeline of candidates for assigned portfolio Establish connections, maintain and leverage a professional online and social media presence, and prospect talent through your network Provide trusted advice to hiring managers by using diverse interviewing and assessment techniques to validate candidate experience levels Consult with hiring managers and provide updates on the labor market, candidate availability, sourcing methods, recruitment risks, relocation packages and more Communicate on a regular basis with the business to understand and forecast recruitment needs and initiatives Assist and consult on the development of job descriptions and job postings Guide candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensure a smooth onboarding experience in partnership with the Human Resources Business Administrator Identify opportunities for process‑improvement Use recruitment data and metrics to gain valuable insights into recruitment trends and incorporate into overall recruitment strategies Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging Create and execute an external sourcing plan to build a strong, diverse talent pools and successfully identify, attract, and source/ hire qualified talent Take initiative to develop strong understanding of the workforce planning needs and talent roadmap of Aecon’s sector and industry segments Develop strong connection to Aecon’s values to appropriately promote our workplace culture, career opportunities, and benefits of working here Understand and deliver diversity needs by sector and proactively profile quality diverse talent Ensure all candidate data and information is captured and saved in ATS, and leverage collaborative sourcing/recruitment tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter and Indeed daily Reduce Aecon’s spend with external recruitment agencies through the effective recruitment of passive, external candidates, talent programs (multiple hires), and projects. Throughout the search delivery, The Talent Acquisition Business Partner will deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience Build and maintain brand awareness, a network of industry contacts, and strategic external partnerships Regular engagement with internal partners including talent acquisition, equity, diversity and inclusion, and HR Leads to review strategic hiring needs and support recruiting activities across sectors What You Bring to the Team: 5+ years recruitment experience with at least 3 years leading end‑to‑end recruitment efforts Post‑secondary education in Human Resources or business‑related area an asset Exceptional organization and emerging project management skills with proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment Strong verbal and written communication skills; this includes the ability to make recommendations and influence outcomes Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members as well as internal and external stakeholders Passion for and experience with diversity hiring initiatives Collaborative self‑starter and creative problem solver Experience with SAP is an asset Experience with sourcing tools such as Indeed and LinkedIn Recruiter Experience working on hard to fill roles and high‑volume sourcing scenarios Able to operate independently to create recruitment sourcing pipelines and build a talent community Demonstrated proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Construction, infrastructure, engineering, or related industry experience Agency experience is an asset. Aecon have a hybrid working policy with three days per week in the office. Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process. As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members. Nearest Major Market: Irving Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas #J-18808-Ljbffr