Director of Talent Acquisition

W.E. O'Neil Construction

Director of Talent Acquisition leading W.E. O'Neil's national recruiting efforts.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $114,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing talent acquisition strategies that align with business goals, while leading and mentoring a high-performing team. Proficient in utilizing recruiting metrics and data-driven decision-making to enhance full-cycle recruiting processes across multiple regions.

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Talent Acquisition Strategy DevelopmentLeadership in Recruiting FunctionsWorkforce PlanningApplicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Stakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruiting MetricsData-Driven Decision MakingFull-Cycle RecruitingRecruiting Processes Standardization

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingCommunicationCollaborationMentoringInfluencing

Tools & Technologies

Recruiting TechnologiesApplicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Industry Keywords

ConstructionEngineeringProfessional ServicesTalent Acquisition LeadershipEmployer Branding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a national talent acquisition strategy aligned with business goals and workforce planning needs.
Partner with executive, operational, and HR leaders to forecast hiring demand and identify future talent needs.
Establish recruiting priorities, performance objectives, and success measures that support organizational growth.
Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing Talent Acquisition team.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Oversee full-cycle recruiting efforts across all regions and business units.
Standardize recruiting processes, tools, and hiring practices to improve consistency and effectiveness.
Strengthen and promote W.E. O'Neil's employer brand in partnership with Human Resources and business leaders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
15+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Experience leading recruiting efforts across multiple regions, offices, or business units.
Construction, engineering, professional services, or related industry experience preferred.
Proven ability to build and scale recruiting functions.
Strong strategic thinking and workforce planning capabilities.
Deep understanding of recruiting metrics and data-driven decision making.
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruiting technologies.
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to influence leaders and build effective partnerships across the organization.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Partner directly with executive leadership on strategic talent initiatives.
Lead a growing and evolving Talent Acquisition function with national impact.
Make a meaningful contribution to company growth, culture, and performance.
Join an organization that values people, collaboration, continuous improvement, and long-term career development.