Talent Acquisition Specialist

Aston Carter; Canonsburg (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter in Canonsburg, PA is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to own full-cycle recruitment from requisition through onboarding. You will collaborate with hiring managers across multiple offices and technical disciplines to build a strong candidate pipeline.

The role begins with in-office training, followed by a hybrid schedule (three days in office, two days remote). This contract position emphasizes efficiency, candidate experience, and market-competitive offers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of full-cycle corporate recruitment experience.
• Experience recruiting for technical roles across multiple locations.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for multiple offices and locations.
• Partner with hiring managers across locations to understand needs.
• Screen resumes, interview candidates, and coordinate offers.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Sourcing & screening

Interview coordination

ATS usage (ADP Workforce or similar)

Offer negotiations

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

ADP Workforce

ATS

Recruitment software

Job description

Job Title: Talent Acquisition SpecialistJob Description

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for multiple offices and work locations, from initial requisition to onboarding.
• Partner closely with hiring managers across different locations and skill sets, including project managers, project engineers, drill operators, and other technical roles, to understand hiring needs and priorities.
• Source qualified candidates through a variety of channels, including job boards, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Create and post engaging job advertisements, monitor performance, and follow up to ensure a steady pipeline of applicants.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone and video interviews to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and interview panels, ensuring timely communication and a smooth candidate experience.
• Track candidates through the recruitment process using an applicant tracking system (ATS), keeping records accurate and up to date.
• Lead offer discussions, including extending offers and negotiating terms with candidates in alignment with company guidelines.
• Drive the decision-making process with managers, maintaining urgency and momentum so candidates are not lost due to delays.
• Prepare and manage offer letters and related documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Facilitate onboarding activities, coordinating with human resources and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.
• Support employee engagement and development initiatives as they relate to the recruitment and onboarding process.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes, tools, and candidate experience across the organization.
• Utilize ADP Workforce or similar systems, where applicable, to support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding workflows.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of full-cycle corporate recruitment experience.
• Demonstrated success managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Experience recruiting for a variety of roles and skill sets, such as project managers, engineers, and field or operations staff.
• Strong talent acquisition and recruiting expertise, with the ability to build and maintain candidate pipelines.
• Proven ability to coordinate and schedule interviews efficiently across multiple stakeholders and locations.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) to manage candidates and requisitions.
• Ability to negotiate offers and manage candidate expectations with professionalism and clarity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with hiring managers and candidates.
• Assertive and proactive approach with hiring managers to maintain urgency and keep the recruitment process moving.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously.
• Understanding of human resources principles related to hiring, onboarding, and employee engagement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience recruiting in construction, geotechnical, or similar technical industries is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with geotechnical construction or related fields is beneficial.
• Experience with ADP Workforce is a plus but not required.
• Background in employee engagement and employee development initiatives is advantageous.
• Comfort working with multiple operating companies and diverse teams across different locations.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment while maintaining strong collaboration with office-based teams.

Work Environment

The role begins with an in-office training period during the first month to ensure strong onboarding and familiarity with the team, processes, and projects. After training, the position transitions to a hybrid schedule Monday through Friday, generally within a 7:004:00 or 8:005:00 window, with a typical pattern of three days in the office and two days remote. The specific in-office days are flexible and can be selected in coordination with the team. The organization is a recognized leader in the geotechnical construction space, offering the opportunity to contribute to high-profile and technically complex projects, including landmark developments such as major memorials, museums, and large-scale hospitality properties. The environment is professional, collaborative, and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on keeping recruitment processes efficient and candidate-focused. You will work with modern applicant tracking systems and HR tools, and you will be part of a culture that values engaging work, flexibility, and involvement in unique and notable construction projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Canonsburg, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Canonsburg,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.