Functional Recruiter

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking a Functional Recruiter to support hiring across corporate functions including HR, Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, and BIM-related roles.

You will proactively identify, engage, and deliver high-quality talent, partnering with hiring managers and HR to drive effective recruiting strategies and a positive candidate experience. The role emphasizes building talent pipelines, conducting outreach to passive candidates, and delivering strong market insights to guide

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recruiting experience for corporate or functional roles including BIM/design hiring.
• Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, Handshake, Indeed, or similar platforms.
• Ability to work in a matrixed organization with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Source and engage talent across HR, Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, and BIM roles.
• Build pipelines aligned to priority roles and future hiring needs.
• Manage full recruiting lifecycle from sourcing to offer and onboarding.

Skills

4+ years recruiting

Sourcing skills

Stakeholder management

BIM/design hiring

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Handshake

Indeed

Job description

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business professionals across human resources, finance, IT, marketing, and operations, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Functional Recruiter to support hiring across corporate functions including HR, Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, and other business support roles, as well as select specialized roles such as BIM and BIM Design.

This role is responsible for proactively identifying, engaging, and delivering high-quality talent to support organizational growth. You will partner closely with hiring managers, HR, and business leaders to drive effective recruiting strategies, build strong talent pipelines, and deliver a high-quality candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Source and engage talent across corporate functions (HR, Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations) and specialized roles including BIM and BIM Design using tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Handshake, Indeed, referrals, and professional networks
• Build and maintain pipelines aligned to priority roles, skillsets, and future hiring needs
• Execute outreach strategies to attract passive candidates in competitive markets
• Screen and assess candidates for experience, skill alignment, and cultural fit
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, align on candidate profiles, and support interview processes
• Provide market insights including talent availability, compensation trends, and hiring recommendations
• Manage candidates through the full recruiting lifecycle (sourcing through offer)
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through consistent communication and follow-up
• Track recruiting activity and pipeline metrics; adjust strategies to improve results
• Maintain accurate records and compliance within the applicant tracking system (ATS)

Qualifications and Experience

• 4+ years of recruiting experience, with a focus on corporate or functional roles (HR, Finance, IT, Marketing, etc.) and/or exposure to BIM or design-related hiring
• Experience using recruiting tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Handshake, Indeed, or similar platforms
• Experience working in a matrixed organization with multiple stakeholders
• Strong sourcing skills and ability to engage passive candidates
• Ability to understand both business function and specialized role requirements (including BIM/design) and translate them into effective recruiting strategies
• Experience partnering with hiring managers and advising on recruiting approaches
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Travel

Minimal travel may be required based on business needs.

The expected base salary range for this role is $70,000-$85,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S.-based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

4 years:

4 years:

4+ years of recruiting experience, with a focus on corporate or functional roles (HR, Finance, IT, Marketing, etc.) and/or exposure to BIM or design-related hiring

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Senior Professional in HR

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