Director of Talent Acquisition

About the role

The Director of Talent Acquisition will lead the organization's national recruiting function and help shape the future workforce of W.E. O'Neil.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a national talent acquisition strategy aligned with business goals and workforce planning needs.
• Partner with executive, operational, and HR leaders to forecast hiring demand and identify future talent needs.
• Establish recruiting priorities, performance objectives, and success measures that support organizational growth.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing Talent Acquisition team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear expectations, priorities, and development opportunities for team members.
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting efforts across all regions and business units.
• Standardize recruiting processes, tools, and hiring practices to improve consistency and effectiveness.
• Develop sourcing strategies and proactive talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.
• Partner with hiring leaders to improve hiring quality and decision-making.
• Strengthen and promote W.E. O'Neil's employer brand in partnership with Human Resources and business leaders.
• Ensure a consistent, professional, and engaging experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Train and support hiring managers on effective interviewing, candidate evaluation, and hiring best practices.
• Leverage recruiting technology, data, and analytics to improve decision-making and hiring effectiveness.
• Track and communicate recruiting performance metrics and trends to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruiting processes, tools, and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience leading recruiting efforts across multiple regions, offices, or business units.
• Construction, engineering, professional services, or related industry experience preferred.
• Proven ability to build and scale recruiting functions.
• Strong strategic thinking and workforce planning capabilities.
• Deep understanding of recruiting metrics and data-driven decision making.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruiting technologies.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence leaders and build effective partnerships across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with a proven track record of driving business results through talent acquisition.
• Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply data to inform decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Passion for building and maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

• Strategic planning and execution.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Talent acquisition process design and implementation.
• Recruiting technology and ATS proficiency.
• Effective stakeholder management and relationship building.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

W.E. O'Neil offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our employees and their families. This includes:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Regular team-building activities and social events.

Pay

$114,000 - $165,000 / year

Schedule

Full-time position