Talent Acquisition Manager

MYR Group; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

401(k) with match up to 6%

Paid time off 15 days + 10 holidays

Educational assistance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

MYR Group, Inc. is hiring a Manager, Talent Acquisition to lead full-cycle recruiting across professional, technical, craft, and corporate roles. You will partner with hiring managers and HR leadership, oversee day-to-day recruitment, and develop pipelines and onboarding strategies.

This role directs a team, ensures OFCCP/EEOC compliance, promotes a strong candidate experience, and champions diverse hiring while supporting workforce planning and employer branding.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or mentoring recruiting teams.
• 5–7 years of full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition.
• 2–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with diversity recruitment and talent pipelines.
• Knowledge of OFCCP, EEOC and AAP compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for professional, technical, craft and corporate roles.
• Manage daily recruitment operations and partner with hiring managers.
• Support diversity recruitment, onboarding, and employer branding initiatives.
• Track recruiting metrics and provide insights to HR leadership.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations and company policies.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Talent sourcing

Leadership/mentoring

Workforce planning

Diversity recruitment

OFCCP/EEOC/AAP compliance

ATS, CRM, MS Office

Multi-state recruiting

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or HR

Relevant experience considered in lieu of degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

CRM tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

About The Role

The Manager, Talent Acquisition is responsible for leading full‑cycle recruiting operations and supporting talent acquisition strategies that attract and retain top talent aligned with the Company’s business objectives. This role oversees day‑to‑day recruitment activities, partners closely with hiring managers and HR leadership, and supports diversity recruitment, employer branding, onboarding, and talent pipeline initiatives. The Manager, Talent Acquisition will lead and develop a team of Talent Acquisition professionals while ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and company policies. This position will report directly into the Sr. Manager Talent Acquisition & Diversity.

Company Overview

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large‑scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally. Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre‑construction services, and engineer‑procure‑construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

Essential Functions

• Talent Acquisition Operations
  • Lead full‑cycle recruiting efforts for professional, technical, craft, and corporate positions across multiple business units and geographic regions
  • Manage daily recruitment operations, ensuring timely and high‑quality hiring results
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop recruiting strategies, and support workforce planning initiatives
  • Support Talent Acquisition team members through coaching, training, performance management, and ongoing development
  • Assist with hard‑to‑fill and critical hiring initiatives, including sourcing and candidate engagement strategies
  • Promote consistent recruiting processes, candidate experience standards, and onboarding coordination across the organization
• Recruitment Programs & Pipeline Development
  • Support and participate in recruitment programs focused on military hiring, emerging talent, internship programs, and employee referrals
  • Participate in career fairs, industry events, school recruiting activities, and community outreach programs
  • Build and maintain talent pipelines for key operational and leadership roles
• Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing
  • Support recruitment marketing efforts including social media outreach, job board management, and employer branding initiatives
  • Assist in maintaining recruiting content on the Careers website and recruitment platforms
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to promote the Company’s culture, values, and employment opportunities
• Reporting & Analytics
  • Track and analyze recruiting metrics including time‑to‑fill, candidate flow, hiring trends, and recruitment effectiveness
  • Prepare regular recruiting reports and provide insights to HR leadership
  • Utilize data to identify process improvements and support operational decision‑making
• Systems, Compliance & Process Improvement
  • Support administration and effective use of applicant tracking systems, onboarding platforms, and recruiting technologies
  • Ensure recruiting and hiring practices comply with federal, state, and local employment regulations including OFCCP, EEOC, and AAP requirements
  • Assist with recruitment‑related audits, reporting, and documentation requirements
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance recruiting processes and candidate experience
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company‑designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other professional standards

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Experience leading or mentoring recruiting team members
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in full‑cycle recruiting and talent acquisition required
• Minimum 2–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience supporting multi‑state recruiting operations preferred
• Experience with diversity recruitment initiatives and talent pipeline development preferred
• Working knowledge of OFCCP, EEOC, and AAP compliance requirements preferred
• Experience using applicant tracking systems, CRM tools, and Microsoft Office applications required
• Experience in the construction, energy, utility, or skilled trades industry highly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Human Resources or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong full‑cycle recruiting and sourcing experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Strong knowledge of applicant tracking systems, recruiting technologies, and employment regulations
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
• Demonstrated ability to analyze recruiting data and identify process improvements
• Ability to travel up to 15–20% as needed

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $89,000-$120,000 / year
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out‑of‑pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental – 100% employer‑paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing‑related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit‑sharing potential.
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company‑paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third‑party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.