Talent Acquisition Lead

• Requisition
• Relocation Authorized:
  
  None
• Telework Type:
  
  Part-Time Telework
• Work Location:
  
  Houston, TX

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure;
Nuclear, Security & Environmental;
Energy;
Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

In this position, you will lead a Talent Acquisition team to ensure all staffing and recruitment targets are met. You will develop strong relationships with Senior HR Business Partners, hiring managers and professional organizations to understand and forecast Bechtel's Talent Acquisition needs. You will evaluate metrics and lead sourcing strategies to ensure business goals are met. This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project.

Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership. #LI-AS2

• Coordinates and leads the daily activities of Talent Acquisition Specialists, ensuring effective execution of recruiting priorities and deliverables.
• Establishes team priorities, monitors performance, and drives accountability for adherence to company processes, policies, and service standards.
• Partners with hiring managers to ensure candidates are progressed and dispositioned in a timely and efficient manner, supporting a positive candidate experience.
• Serves as an escalation point for complex recruiting issues and provides timely resolution to support business needs.
• Analyzes and interprets Talent Acquisition metrics and workforce data to identify trends, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensures staffing activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws.
• Leads and participates in strategic Talent Acquisition initiatives, including workforce planning, employer branding efforts, inclusive recruiting programs, and career events.
• Builds strong partnerships with business leaders, HR partners, and stakeholders to develop and execute effective talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Full recruitment cycle for strategic roles

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8
  -10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

• Experience recruiting professional, technical, engineering, project management, or leadership roles
• Demonstrated success managing complex, high-volume, or strategic hiring initiative
• Able to resolve a wide range of complex recruiting issues independently
• Recognized as an advanced contributor with specialized expertise
• Exercises sound judgment and influences decisions across multiple stakeholders
• Networks effectively internally and externally to attract talent and solve hiring challenges
• Strong knowledge of…