Talent Acquisition Specialist II

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as Customer Relationship Manager for assigned business groups Develop and update staffing priorities Design and implement sourcing initiatives to attract and engage top-tier talent aligned with organizational goals. Conduct weekly customer relationship meetings and update staffing reports Source and staff open positions, recruit diverse candidates Work with hiring managers on recruitment and selection plans Negotiate and manage external recruiting resources Conduct reference checks and establish employment offers Develop talent sourcing approaches (direct recruiting, job fairs, internet recruiting) Refer team members to appropriate headquarters services (benefits, issue resolution, drug and alcohol-free program)

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field Minimum four years recruiting/HR experience or combination of higher education and experience Construction recruiting experience is strongly preferred Demonstrate strong willingness to learn the business and develop deep understanding of each role in order to effectively identify and attract top-tier talent Ability to recommend hiring decisions to upper management Proficiency in PC and widely used software packages (Excel, MS Word, HRIS/database) Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback Experience within renewables and/or manufacturing sectors preferred, bringing insight into industry standards and best practices Exhibits intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to understand processes, people, and challenges at a deeper level Ability to travel up to 25% The base pay range for this role is $79,000

• $118,600. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL
• 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR
• 10%, Washington, D.C.
• 12.

5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage Dental plan 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program #LI-DNI Please make note: Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let's Redefine Possible® Equal Employment Opportunity Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. Other Items to Note Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 22154 Job Category Recruiting / Talent Acquisition Posting Date 04/28/2026, 05:47 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 300 Park Blvd, Itasca, IL, 60143, US © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 300 Park Blvd, Itasca, IL, 60143, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs