Senior Talent Manager

Description Our client is seeking a Senior Talent Manager to lead strategic, full-cycle recruitment efforts for leadership and operational roles across a growing infrastructure and construction-focused organization. This role goes beyond traditional recruiting by building long-term talent pipelines, supporting workforce development initiatives, and partnering closely with operational leadership to identify and attract top talent.

The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, proactive, and passionate about building strong teams and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment for leadership, operational, and other senior-level positions Build proactive talent pipelines and develop long-term recruiting strategies aligned with business growth Conduct national and multi-market searches for hard-to-fill roles Partner closely with hiring managers and operational leaders on staffing strategy and workforce planning Identify workforce gaps and succession planning needs Support internship and early-career development initiatives Attend industry events, conferences, and workforce development programs to strengthen recruiting networks and employer branding Develop sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, direct outreach, and Boolean search techniques Facilitate structured interview processes and support hiring managers throughout candidate evaluation and selection Lead offer development and candidate closing efforts Ensure a positive and professional experience for candidates and internal stakeholders Contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting processes and workforce development initiatives Requirements 5+ years of talent acquisition experience within construction, infrastructure, or related industries Proven experience recruiting Project Manager-level and above positions Experience supporting national or multi-market recruiting efforts Strong sourcing and recruiting strategy experience, including LinkedIn Recruiter and direct outreach methods Knowledge of construction and infrastructure operations preferred Familiarity with union and non-union environments preferred Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build recruiting processes and pipelines High level of professionalism, accountability, and urgency Ability to travel approximately 20–30% as needed