Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

UNKNOWN; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Construction Group in Ohio is seeking a results-driven Talent Acquisition Lead to drive full-cycle recruitment for professional, leadership, and specialized roles. You will partner with senior leaders, develop proactive pipelines, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience across the organization.

Responsibilities include building strategies aligned with growth goals, coordinating interviews, assisting with offers, and analyzing recruitment metrics to improve processes and employer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or equivalent.
• 7+ years of recruiting experience.
• Experience supporting senior leadership.
• Proven ability to manage confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for professional, leadership, and specialized roles.
• Develop talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Source candidates through various channels and build pipelines.
• Coordinate interviews and assist with offers/negotiations.

Skills

MS Office

ATS/HRIS

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

HRIS/ATS systems

Job description

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since 1956. We have established a strong reputation within our markets by executing projects on time and within budget while adhering to strict quality control and safety measures. We have the people, equipment, construction materials, experience, and bonding capacity to complete most any size project.

We offer comprehensive design phase and construction phase services under all delivery and contractual methods, including construction management, general contracting, design-build, and design-assist. In addition, we offer self-perform construction services including concrete, steel erection, carpentry, drywall and acoustical ceilings and an in-house AWI Certified mill shop.

We are always looking for talent in the areas of engineering and construction management positions.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts to attract, assess, and hire top talent that supports organizational growth. Develop proactive talent pipelines and deliver exceptional candidate experience. Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that support business growth and workforce objectives. Influence hiring decisions, advise leaders on talent availability and compensation trends, and build strong talent pipelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from requisition intake through candidate onboarding for professional, leadership, and specialized roles.
• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that align with organizational hiring goals and workforce planning initiatives.
• Source and attract high-quality candidates through a variety of recruiting channels and networking methods.
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct comprehensive candidate assessments to evaluate skills and experience.
• Proactively engage passive candidates and cultivate relationships with top talent in the market.
• Coordinate and manage the interview process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and hiring teams.
• Assist with offer development and negotiation activities to secure top talent while maintaining internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Establish and maintain strong candidate relationships throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Drive initiatives that enhance the candidate experience and strengthen the employer brand.
• Track, analyze, and report on recruitment metrics and key performance indicators to measure hiring effectiveness.
• Leverage data and insights to support strategic recruiting decisions and continuous process improvement.
• Support compensation benchmarking efforts by providing market data and talent insights to inform hiring decisions.
• Complete additional duties, projects, and assignments as directed by leadership or the immediate supervisor.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter and other candidate sourcing methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with experience utilizing recruitment metrics, dashboards, and analytics tools.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, business acumen, and problem-solving capabilities.
• High degree of organizational agility.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across diverse teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

• Must have a valid driver’s license

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in human resources or equivalent combinations of technical training and experience.
• Targeting 7+ years of recruiting experience
• Experience supporting senior leadership

CK Construction is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.