High-Volume Craft Recruiter — Construction Projects

Kiewit; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Construction/Craft Recruiter to support hiring across markets including mining, transportation, oil/gas, power, and industrial facilities. This full-time, on-site role is based in Point Pleasant, WV, with up to 50% travel and the chance to help staff iconic projects across the U.S.

and Canada. The successful candidate will manage 30–50 active requisitions, source via SuccessFactors and other channels, and build long-term craft talent pipelines while collaborating with

Qualifications

• 1+ years recruiting experience.
• 3 years of professional work experience.
• Experience supporting craft hiring across the U.S., in infrastructure construction preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Agility and creativity in sourcing strategies, with ability to pivot quickly for new market areas.
• Build and maintain craft talent pipelines.
• Support long‑term workforce planning.
• Engage in outreach activities (career fairs, community events).
• Partner with Operations to forecast future labor needs and strengthen craft workforce readiness.
• HR knowledge including EEOC, FLSA, diversity recruiting, and interview best practices.
• Knowledge of union and non‑union craft management practices, including experience working directly with union employees.
• ATS experience required (SuccessFactors preferred).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proactive approach—regularly reaching out to construction teams and leaders to keep hiring moving.
• Proven success in sourcing, screening, interviewing, developing offers, and closing hires.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and critical‑thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with site contacts, candidates, and project teams to ensure a smooth hiring process.
• Recruit, screen, and interview candidates in a high‑volume environment, presenting top talent to Operations.
• Facilitate internal transfers and referrals for efficient movement of craft employees.
• Manage 30–50 active requisitions at a time across key craft roles (equipment operators, pipelayers, mechanics, carpenters, etc.).
• Use SuccessFactors ATS, social media, job boards, and other tools to source talent.
• Network and build pipelines for current and future needs through career fairs, conferences, and outreach activities.
• Strong understanding of union workforce and labor relations
• Support workforce development by building long‑term craft talent pipelines and engaging with external partners.
• Extend offers and guide candidates through onboarding.
• Stay current on recruiting trends and align sourcing strategies with business priorities.
• Partner with Operations leaders on workforce planning for upcoming projects.
• Create and close offers; understand union and non‑union craft practices.
• Maintain knowledge of employment laws to ensure compliance.

Skills

Craft hiring

Recruiting experience

Spanish/English

ATS experience (SuccessFactors)

Proactive sourcing

High-volume recruitment

Forecast labor needs

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Construction/Craft Recruiter to support hiring across markets including mining, transportation, oil/gas, power, and industrial facilities. This full-time, on-site role is based in Point Pleasant, WV, with up to 50% travel and the chance to help staff iconic projects across the U.S.

and Canada. The successful candidate will manage 30–50 active requisitions, source via SuccessFactors and other channels, and build long-term craft talent pipelines while collaborating with