Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Aston Carter is partnering with a highly reputable client in the Kansas City area on an exciting opportunity. This position is structured as a 6-month contract with strong potential to transition into a long-term role within the organization. The company offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring only two in-office days per week, and is consistently recognized as one of the top employers in Kansas City.

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have experience in talent acquisition within a large corporate environment. Experience recruiting for construction and/or engineering roles is required.

This organization provides excellent perks, including an onsite fitness center, complimentary daily lunches, and more. If you're interested in learning additional details, we encourage you to apply!

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Talent Acquisition Consultant to collaborate with hiring managers and determine current and future staffing needs. The role involves developing and executing sourcing strategies, building relationships with passive candidates, and managing the full-cycle recruitment process. This position will focus on construction skill sets, particularly for higher-end technical roles such as project managers within data center builds.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to assess staffing needs.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies using social networks, job boards, and niche platforms.

• Build and maintain relationships with passive candidates and talent communities.

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.

• Organize and participate in career fairs, networking events, and assessment centers.

• Track and report key recruiting metrics, such as time-to-fill and source of hire.

• Ensure compliance with labor legislation and internal hiring policies.

• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract diverse and high-performing talent.

• Maintain long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in talent acquisition, particularly in recruiting for construction roles.

• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and sourcing tools, such as LinkedIn Recruiter.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to conduct structured and behavioral interviews.

• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring best practices.

• Strategic mindset with a passion for building high-performing teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).

• Experience in fast-paced environments, particularly in sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates.

• Familiarity with construction recruiting and skill sets.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.