Responsibilities:
GFT is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist, with AEC industry experience to join our Talent Acquisition Group! This role could be remote (U.S. based) or hybrid in any GFT office.
At GFT, we're redefining what it means to build a career in the AEC industry. Guided by our mission to be the most people-centric AEC firm in North America, we foster a workplace where your contributions matter, your potential is nurtured, and your voice helps shape the future.
What you'll be challenged to do:
As a proactive, strategic and people-focused Talent Acquisition Specialist you will play a vital role in attracting and hiring mission-aligned professionals who are driven to build resilient, equitable, and sustainable infrastructure.
This role is ideal for someone who combines thoughtful relationship-building with a sharp eye for top AEC talent-and thrives in a purpose-driven culture.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
* Lead end-to-end recruiting efforts across a range of engineering, architechture and corporate roles in the AEC space-from intake through offer and onboarding.
* Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs, project priorities, and team culture, while advising on talent strategy and market dynamics.
* Design and execute targeted sourcing campaigns, including Boolean search techniques and proactive outreach to passive candidates via platforms like LinkedIn, industry databases, and CRM tools.
* Cold-call and directly engage passive candidates to promote GFT's mission, roles, and culture in a compelling and personalized way.
* Deliver an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and engagement at every step.
* Serve as a brand ambassador for GFT, communicating our mission, vision, and values to prospective talent.
* Maintain thorough and organized records in our Applicant Tracking System (iCIMS) and contribute to data-driven hiring decisions.
* Stay informed about emerging AEC labor trends, and adjust recruitment approaches accordingly.
Qualifications:
What you will bring to our firm:
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
* 5-10 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, with at least 4 years in the AEC industry (architecture, engineering, or construction).
* Strong record of sourcing and hiring for roles across engineering disciplines including transportation, water, environmental, or federal markets.
* Direct corporate recruiting experience as a contractor or in-house
* Proficiency in Boolean search techniques and demonstrated experience in cold-calling passive candidates to generate interest and engagement.
* Confident communicator with a consultative, proactive, strategic mindset and the ability to build trust quickly.
* Skilled in iCIMS ATS, Microsoft Office, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other recruitment platforms.
* Adept at managing confidential information, prioritizing competing tasks, and pivoting as business needs evolve.
* Track record of successfully negotiating offers.
* Team player mentality willing to support colleagues during peak recruiting cycles.
What we prefer you bring:
* Experience recruiting across geographically distributed teams is a plus.
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $105,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits:
* Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
* Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
* Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
* Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
* Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
* Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
* Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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