Talent Acquisition Lead

The Talent Acquisition Lead manages the full recruitment lifecycle for all positions within their assigned area, including sourcing, recruitment strategy, candidate screening and interviewing, and candidate tracking through to final disposition in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Key Responsibilities Partner with business leaders, hiring managers, and HR to understand talent needs and develop recruitment strategies. Source candidates proactively via resume mining, industry groups, college events, recruiting platforms, and networks. Screen candidates, conduct initial interviews, and manage candidate flow within the ATS through to final disposition. Manage requisition creation and job postings, including crafting prequalification questions. Conduct kickoff calls and regular recruiting update meetings with hiring managers and HR. Identify optimal job posting venues to attract best-fit talent. Candidate Experience: Coordinate scheduling of phone and in-person interviews, ensuring timely communication at every stage. Deliver a positive candidate experience by providing clear updates and feedback. Promptly disposition candidates who are not, ensuring respectful and transparent communication. Process Integrity and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the ATS. Generate and distribute weekly recruitment reports to HR leadership and executives. Ensure recruitment practices comply with all federal and state regulations, including OFCCP, EEOC, and AAP guidelines. Promote ethical and fair treatment of all candidates and partners. Professional Skills Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers, business leaders, and HR partners. Skilled at leveraging industry networks and professional connections to source top talent. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a high volume of open positions efficiently. Resourceful, resilient, and committed to continuous learning and knowledge sharing. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility at all organizational levels. Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in talent acquisition with full lifecycle recruiting in a multi-location organization. Knowledge of OFCCP, EEOC, and AAP compliance. Proven success recruiting across multi-state or multi-office environments. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong planning, communication, customer service, and independent work skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field. 2+ years of recruiting experience in the construction industry. Become Part of Our Team As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Health Savings Account 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement) Vacation Time Sick Time Holidays Tuition Assistance Employee Referral Bonus About us Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business. Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News‑Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY). Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law. Accessibility:If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. View your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law: #J-18808-Ljbffr Balfour Beatty plc