Talent Acquisition Specialist

Affiliated Engineers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, a leading multidisciplinary consulting firm, seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Chicago. This role includes full-cycle recruiting, leveraging various sourcing channels, and developing talent strategies. With a focus on quality and innovation, you'll contribute to AEI's impactful projects while enjoying a supportive work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible, collaborative work environment

Year-end bonus based on performance

Competitive benefits package (health, dental, vision)

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience as a focused Recruiter.
• Familiarity with the A/E/C Industry or similar technical industry.
• Ability to make 50+ cold/warm calls daily.

Responsibilities

• Provide full cycle recruiting for AEI's offices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and develop long-term strategies.
• Nurture relationships with potential hires.

Skills

Recruitment Strategies

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Recruitment CRM systems

Microsoft Office applications

Dayforce

Job description

Overview

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) is a leading, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm and collaborative community of over 800 employees who plan, design, and deliver high-performance, innovative, and holistic engineering solutions — positively impacting society and advancing humankind.

Recognized in the Top 20 Engineering Firms and Top 3 Science and Technology Firms since 2000 by Building Design + Construction Magazine, AEI is dedicated to enhancing public health and improving patient outcomes, advancing revolutionary biomedical research, and enabling the next generation of scientific discovery and technological innovation through remarkable design and award-winning projects.

From collaborating with the California Air Resources Board to transform air quality in the world’s largest, zero net energy emissions testing facility to creating human-centric, technically advanced clinical environments that elevate communities — such as Healthcare Design Magazine's 2022 Design Showcase Winner, Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Venice, Florida — our work reflects the highest standards in sustainable design practices.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist in our Chicago office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Here’s why we need you:

In this role, you will provide full cycle recruiting for AEI’s offices. You will also be a member of the HR team across the AEI system. You will source through various channels, plan interviews and selection procedures, and host or participate in career events. You will ensure AEI complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws, develop long-term recruiting strategies, and nurture trusting relationships with potential hires. You will create strong talent pipelines for the region’s current and future hiring needs.

Expertise of our most successful Talent Acquisition Specialist:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of experience as a focused Recruiter.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Familiarity with the A/E/C Industry or similar technical industry.
• Experience with recruitment social media strategies, LinkedIn, resume databases, and professional networks.
• Ability and willingness to make 50+ cold/warm calls daily.
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle recruiting, various interview techniques, evaluation methods, and negotiating offers.

Effective skills to help you flourish:

• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in Recruitment CRM systems.
• Dayforce experience is a plus.

Our dedication to you:

• AEI invests in our talent by supporting clients like NASA, NIH, Cone Health, DHS, DOE, Stanford University, and Caltech, fostering personal and professional growth.
• We offer a flexible, collaborative work environment emphasizing employee appreciation and excellence.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects such as Promega’s Kornberg Center, UArizona’s Biomedical Sciences Partnership Building, AbbVie’s Oncology Hub, and BioMed Realty’s Gateway of Pacific.
• Our culture promotes professional development guided by core values: innovation, integrity, communication, quality, responsibility, opportunity, and growth.
• Competitive benefits package (health, dental, vision) and a year-end bonus based on company and individual performance.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $85,000 to $110,000

If this environment and opportunity align with your goals, we look forward to meeting you.

Apply online at https://aeieng.com/about/careers/.

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