Talent Acquisition Specialist

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Mining and Metals:

Increasing production of critical minerals provides key components of clean energy technologies, from wind turbines to batteries. This shift to clean energy—and the need for commodities—is critical to underpinning the energy transition. At Bechtel, our teams extract these vital resources to support net zero in a way which is more sustainable than ever before.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will source, screen, and interview candidates for a variety of positions. You will work with hiring managers to create and post job requisitions, analyze resumes for relevant skills, knowledge, and experience, and assist with the selection process. Your work will contribute to bringing top talent to work for Bechtel, ensuring a competitive edge, and driving organizational growth.

"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews for candidates for a variety of positions, complying with company policy and government regulatory guidelines.
• Analyzing resumes for relevant skills, knowledge, and qualifications, conducting screening interviews, assisting managers with interviews, testing and ranking candidates, extending offers, and providing feedback to unsuccessful candidates.
• Working with managers to create appropriate requisitions and ads (e.g., developing job descriptions, posting on internal and external sites, providing specifications to external recruiting agencies, etc.)
• Developing candidate talent pipelines through multiple sourcing channels including internal applicant tracking systems, social & professional networks, employee referrals, alumni networks, social media, job boards, and search engines to identify and attract top talent.
• Conducting initial screening to assess interest level, career goals, qualifications, work history, salary requirements, and culture fit, and providing information about the organization and position.
• Participating in employment fairs, campus recruiting activities, and/or building sourcing pipelines/networks for targeted talent pools. Participating in the planning and execution of virtual and in person regional career events.
• Supporting and administering regional talent acquisition programs such as employee referral bonus programs, etc. Participating in the delivery and communication of training programs for the regional talent acquisition teams.
• Supporting communications across multiple audiences to assist with the roll-out and implementation of key or new Talent Acquisition processes and procedures. 
• Working with the regional talent acquisition teams to identify and resolve regional data quality/compliance issues.
• Managing required pre-employment processes such as background investigations, employment/degree verification, drug-screening, and the right to work/employment verification.
• Supporting, administering TA technology & systems includes enhancements & improvements, day-to-day troubleshooting & ongoing maintenance, liaising with vendors & tech providers, coordinating product updates or new technology launches.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent), or professional career in the areas of Human Resources/People Management such as Psychology, Business Administration or related, and at least 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in Talent Acquisition or 6 to 9 years of relevant work experience in Human Resources.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of proactive search strategies in the market, as well as Diversity and Inclusion strategies and networks.
• Ability to adjust quickly and effectively to changing priorities and deadlines and to provide timely responses to our clients.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible and organized to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Contributing team member willing to step in to support critical department deadlines as needed.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Power BI (desirable).
• Advanced level of English (will be evaluated in interview).
• Experience managing ATS.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of engineers and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.