Senior Recruiter, Water & Transportation - A/E/C Industry required

Apex Companies; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching

Opportunities for growth and development

Paid time off and holidays

Certification reimbursement and growth

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage recruitment for Water/Wastewater Engineers and similar roles. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of recruiting experience and a strong network in the engineering field. The position offers remote work flexibility, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant company culture. Ideal candidates will showcase exceptional sourcing and interview skills, aligned with a robust work ethic.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience recruiting for Water/Wastewater Engineers or related roles.
• Strong interviewing and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent interviewing and written/verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment process for technical roles.
• Source and recruit top-tier engineering talent nationwide.
• Prepare and extend job offers while ensuring compliance with employment laws.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain stakeholder communication.
• Prepare offers and negotiate to secure hires.
• Track candidate data using ATS and perform updates.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Deliver a strong candidate experience and feedback.
• Collaborate with Apex Recruiting Team to hit hiring goals.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Networking

Interviewing skills

Proficiency in software systems

Strong communication skills

Tools

ATS

Job description

Overview

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex! Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

This role requires recent experience recruiting Water/Wastewater, Drinking Water and/or Stormwater Engineers. The ideal candidate will also have experience recruiting Highway/Roadway Engineers, Traffic or Land Development Civil Engineers. Applicants without this experience will not be considered.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment process, including:
• Collaborating with hiring managers to conduct intake meetings.
• Assisting in drafting job descriptions and offering insights on compensation and market trends.
• Proactively source and recruit top-tier technical and professional talent in the engineering and environmental services sector nationwide.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews, providing detailed written summaries for hiring managers.
• Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews with hiring teams while maintaining consistent communication with candidates, hiring managers, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare and extend job offers, negotiating as necessary to secure successful hires.
• Ensure accurate tracking of candidate information and progress using the ATS and other tools.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through regular follow-up and feedback.
• Collaborate closely with the Apex Recruiting Team to achieve hiring goals.

What’s in it for You?

• Remote work flexibility.
• Competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holidays.
• A vibrant and engaging company culture that blends hard work with fun.
• Opportunities for growth, such as certification reimbursement and direct access to senior leadership.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience recruiting for Water/Wastewater Engineers, Drinking Water or Stormwater Engineers or related technical roles, at all levels is required. Candidates who also have Transportation recruiting, in addition to Water, are strongly preferred.
• Proven skills in candidate sourcing, networking, and outreach are essential.
• A well-established network of A/E/C professionals to tap into.
• Strong interviewing skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in using software and computer systems.
• A self-starter mindset, with the ability to take ownership and deliver results.
• Adaptable and resilient in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• A robust work ethic and positive attitude, coupled with high personal and professional standards. You tackle challenges with enthusiasm and persistence, while maintaining a balanced perspective. Others describe you as a positive, focused individual who thrives on being challenged.

Apex Title: Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

Req ID: 11057

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