Talent Acquisition Specialist

October 7, 2026
Calgary, AB, CA
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Employment Type:Full-Time or Part-Time(Flexible scheduling options available to suit the right candidate)

Key Responsibilities

1. Full-Cycle Recruitment

  • Partner with Hiring Managers: Consult with engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, Process, etc.) and project controls teams to understand staffing requirements and project staffing curves.
  • Source Passive Talent: Utilize advanced sourcing techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter, industry networks, associations, and internal databases) to find specialized engineering and project delivery professionals.
  • Screen and Evaluate: Conduct thorough technical and behavioral screenings to assess candidates' qualifications, culture fit, and readiness for fast-paced project environments.
  • Manage Candidate Experience: Guide candidates seamlessly through the interview, offer negotiation, and onboarding stages.

2. Industry-Specific Sourcing & Pipeline Building

  • Targeted Talent Pools: Maintain proactive pipelines for high-demand, niche roles unique to the EPCm space, including:
  • Project Managers & Project Directors
  • Cost Controllers, Estimators, and Planners/Schedulers
  • Lead, Principal, and Discipline Engineers
  • Procurement & Contract Specialists
  • Construction Managers & Site Inspectors
  • Labor Market Insight: Stay informed on industry compensation trends, talent availability, and competitor landscape within the engineering and construction sectors.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field. (Certified Human Resources Professional / CHRP designation or equivalent is an asset).
  • Experience: 3 to 6 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, with at least 2 years specifically focused on recruiting for EPC, engineering consulting, or heavy industrial construction environments.
  • Systems Expertise: Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Workday, Taleo, Greenhouse) and modern sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search strategies).
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.