Talent Acquisition Specialist - Construction

Sequoia Services LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for career growth

Travel to industry events

Job summary

Sequoia Services LLC is seeking an adaptable Talent Acquisition Specialist to support company-wide growth through recruitment, program development, and operational support in the construction sector.

This role collaborates with leadership to hire staff, coordinate travel and onboarding, and develop internship programs. Experience in recruiting, operations, and exposure to civil construction is preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting, human resources, operations, or administrative coordination.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and represent the company externally.
• Self-starter with proactive mindset toward continuous improvement.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate company-wide hiring efforts, from sourcing to arrival on site.
• Manage and tailor travel logistics including hotel and event registrations.
• Facilitate employee onboarding, transfers, and relocations.
• Support project prequalification efforts.
• Create and update job descriptions across departments.
• Attend industry trade shows, conferences, and client meetings.
• Assist in developing and managing internal initiatives.
• Help build and formalize new programs and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with project teams to understand staffing needs.
• Understanding of heavy equipment usage and concrete construction practices related to civil projects.

Skills

Recruiting

HR operations

Travel coordination

Onboarding

Administrative coordination

MS Office

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Sequoia Services is seeking an adaptable, self-motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist to support company-wide growth through recruitment, program development, and operational support. This is a dynamic, multi-faceted role requiring a balance of administrative skill, creative initiative, and familiarity with the construction industry.

You’ll work closely with leadership across departments to hire and staff the company with employees, coordinate logistics, support project prequalification packages, and lead initiatives such as internship development. Ideal candidates will have experience in recruiting, operations, and/or some exposure to civil construction and heavy equipment. Technical knowledge is not required, but it is preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Business Development & HR Team, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will:

• Coordinate company-wide hiring efforts, from sourcing and offer stage to arrival on jobsite
• Manage and tailor travel logistics including hotel and event registrations
• Facilitate employee onboarding, transfers, and relocations
• Support project prequalification efforts
• Create and update job descriptions across all departments
• Attend industry trade shows, conferences, and client meetings
• Assist in developing and managing internal initiatives
• Help build and formalize new programs and operational improvements
• Collaborate with project teams to understand job scopes and personnel needs
• Bonus: Understanding of heavy equipment usage and concrete construction practices related to civil projects

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities
• Willingness to travel and represent the company externally
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset toward continuous improvement
• Experience in recruiting, human resources, operations, or administrative coordination
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willingness to stay late and work weekends (if necessary)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with construction or infrastructure environments
• Understanding of how heavy equipment is used to perform job site tasks
• Awareness of concrete construction methods and terminology
• Previous experience developing internal company programs

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and field settings (if needed)
• Occasional travel for trade shows, site visits, and client meetings
• Comfortable walking job sites, attending outdoor events, and meeting with vendors or partners

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidaysOpportunities for career growth
• Travel to industry events and networking opportunities

Sequoia Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against applicants for employment because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, or because he or she is a protected veteran.

We are a Drug Free Workplace Employer, and all employees in a safety sensitive position are subject to new‑hire and random drug testing. We utilize the E‑Verify program to electronically verify the employment eligibility of potential employees.

Background checks are performed at the time of hire (criminal convictions are not an automatic ban from employment).