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Qualifications:

+ 5+ Years of experience in Talent Acquisition, ideally within a construction company.

+ Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a business-related field highly preferred.

+ Experience in strategic recruiting, human resources, and full-cycle recruiting.

+ Ability to engage passive talent and build strong working relationships.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Environment

This role requires working in the office five days a week in Des Plaines. You will be the manager's right-hand person, taking initiative and being self-sufficient, especially when the manager splits time between other locations. The work environment is dynamic and engaging, with direct mentorship from the VP of HR.

Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist who will partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruiting strategies. You will source, screen, and present qualified candidates for roles across project management, field operations, and corporate functions. Utilizing data and market insights, you will guide hiring decisions and improve time-to-fill metrics. As the primary point of contact for staffing vendors, you will evaluate vendor performance, negotiate terms, and ensure alignment with hiring standards and DEI goals. You will also design and implement repeatable systems for candidate tracking, interview coordination, and hiring manager feedback, continuously improving recruiting workflows to enhance efficiency and candidate experience. Collaborating with marketing and HR, you will promote the employer brand through social media, job fairs, and industry events, and build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles and future hiring needs.

Responsibilities

+ Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruiting strategies.

+ Source, screen, and present qualified candidates for roles across project management, field operations, and corporate functions.

+ Use data and market insights to guide hiring decisions and improve time-to-fill metrics.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for staffing vendors, evaluating performance and negotiating terms.

+ Design and implement repeatable systems for candidate tracking, interview coordination, and hiring manager feedback.

+ Collaborate with marketing and HR to promote the employer brand through social media, job fairs, and industry events.

+ Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles and future hiring needs.

+ Work closely with HR Business Partners and department leaders to align hiring with business goals.

+ Track and report on recruiting metrics, providing insights and recommendations to leadership.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/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 fully onsite position in Des Plaines,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2025.

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® double diamond 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.