Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist – Traylor Bros., Inc. Traylor Bros., Inc. is a national heavy civil contractor focused on bridge, marine, and underground infrastructure. This position supports the Traylor Industrial Group and partnerships with operations and corporate teams to recruit for project managers, construction engineers, superintendents, interns, new graduates, office staff, and hourly shop workers. Position Summary This role is responsible for building a strong talent pipeline to support the continued growth of Traylor Industrial Group, including industrial, commercial, and fabrication operations. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will implement strategies beyond traditional recruiting to attract qualified candidates in a collaborative environment across all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will partner with operations and corporate teams to identify workforce needs and attract candidates who thrive in an innovative setting. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Support and help lead recruiting initiatives, under the direction of business unit leadership and the Talent Acquisition Manager, to meet hiring needs across all levels of the organization. Partner with operations and corporate teams to understand current and future workforce needs and support recruiting strategies that align with business growth. Source, screen, and evaluate active and passive candidates for professional, office, field, internship, new graduate, and hourly shop positions based on abilities, qualifications, experience, and cultural fit. Create and post open positions on internal ATS platforms, job boards, university career portals, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and other relevant resources. Conduct phone screens, coordinate interviews, arrange candidate travel as needed, and help ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Build and maintain relationships with targeted universities, trade schools, technical programs, community colleges, workforce development organizations, industry partners, and other educational institutions. Coordinate and participate in recruiting events, career fairs, networking events, information sessions, presentations, interview days, and other talent outreach activities. Travel to offices, projects, regional offices, and shop facilities to meet hiring managers, understand workforce needs, promote opportunities, and position candidates accordingly. Develop innovative recruiting strategies to attract candidates to project locations with limited local talent pools. Support employer branding efforts by promoting Traylor Industrial Group through professional social media and relevant content sharing. Advise management on appropriate offers and compensation packages relative to market conditions, under the direction of the Talent Acquisition Manager. Develop and report recruiting metrics, including candidates, interviews, offers, and hires, to evaluate success and support hiring decisions. Support internship and new graduate recruiting efforts, focusing on sourcing, selection, evaluation, and development of a talent pipeline. Assist with relocation of selected entry-level candidates and interns, as needed. Cross-train to support recruiting needs across all business units, as needed. Up to 15% overnight travel may be required. Travel needs will vary by business demand. Perform other duties as assigned. Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Human Resources, or a related field preferred. Experience in university recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, or business development preferred. Three to five years of high-volume recruiting experience for salaried exempt and hourly positions. Experience in university recruiting, internship programs, trade schools, craft recruiting, construction, engineering, or related fields preferred. Knowledge of hiring principles and employment regulations at federal, state, and local levels. Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and work independently in a fast-growth environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with all levels of the organization. Ability to identify strategic recruiting partners and present ideas that help sustain competitive candidate sourcing. Must align with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Traylor. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Physical Demands Ability to perform essential job functions in accordance with ADA and related standards. Ability to maintain regular attendance consistent with applicable standards. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. Must be able to talk, listen, and communicate clearly on the telephone. Requires sedentary work with occasional walking or standing and routine keyboard operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr