Contract Recruiter - Construction Hiring Leader

RailWorks Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking a contract recruiter to lead the recruitment process for salaried professionals in the construction sector. You will drive timely hiring, ensure candidate quality, and manage costs across PMs, Engineers, Superintendents, and Project Directors.

The role focuses on building a diverse candidate pool, partnering with local management, and maintaining robust reporting to support compliance and strategic staffing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in construction management recruitment.
• 5+ years full cycle recruitment.
• Experience generating diverse candidate pools.
• Experience with high-volume recruitment.
• Strong offer negotiation and candidate-care skills.
• Proficient with social media for sourcing.
• Experience with applicant tracking and reporting systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Conferring with local management to understand recruiting needs and establish strategies.
• Fill open positions quickly with top talent cost-effectively.
• Prepare and post advertisements; review resumes and applications.
• Source candidates via Indeed and LinkedIn.
• Schedule and conduct phone screens and in-person interviews.
• Track and analyze recruiting progress throughout lifecycle.
• Maintain reports for OFCCP and EEO/AA compliance.
• Network and attend career events across the country.
• Maintain relationships with candidates, vendors, and community.
• Keep up-to-date with HR trends and company policies.
• Provide counsel/support to management and employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction recruitment

Full cycle recruitment

Diversity sourcing

High-volume recruitment

Offer negotiation

Social media sourcing

Applicant tracking systems

MS Office

Time management

Relationship building

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

RailWorks Corporation is seeking a contract recruiter to lead the recruitment process for salaried professionals in the construction sector. You will drive timely hiring, ensure candidate quality, and manage costs across PMs, Engineers, Superintendents, and Project Directors.

The role focuses on building a diverse candidate pool, partnering with local management, and maintaining robust reporting to support compliance and strategic staffing.