Salas O'Brien · 1 day ago
Executive Recruiter
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yr
7+ years expSalas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for clients and the world. The Executive Recruiter will lead senior-level sourcing and recruitment efforts, acting as a strategic advisor to build talent pipelines and secure top-level talent.
Industrial EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to identify senior executives, practice leaders, and highly specialized engineering talent
Manage the end-to-end executive search process, from research and outreach to assessment, and offer negotiation
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of passive candidates for leadership and critical technical roles
Partner directly with HR leaders to define hiring priorities, role profiles, and success criteria
Provide insights on market trends, candidate availability, and competitive intelligence
Serve as a brand ambassador, representing the firm’s vision, culture, and growth opportunities to high-caliber candidates
Leverage industry knowledge and networks to map competitor organizations, identify key talent pools, and anticipate future needs
Maintain ongoing relationships with potential candidates, search firms, and industry associations to expand reach
Ensure an exceptional candidate experience through transparent communication, feedback, and personalized engagement
Apply rigorous assessment techniques to evaluate leadership capabilities, technical expertise, and cultural alignment
Partner with HR and business leaders on structured interview processes and selection decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required
Seven years' experience of recruiting experience
At least 3 years in executive search or senior-level recruiting, ideally in engineering, consulting, or technical professional services
Proven success sourcing and placing senior leaders in highly competitive markets
Strong business acumen and ability to engage with executives as a strategic partner
Deep sourcing expertise using direct outreach, research tools, LinkedIn Recruiter, and networking strategies
Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative to drive projects forward, and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Preferred
Advanced degree
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Company
Salas O'Brien
Salas O'Brien is a national leading Facilities Planning, Commissioning, Construction Management and Mechanical, Electrical.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Blackstone Group
2024-01-22Private Equity
Leadership Team
Paul Silva
Chief Operating Officer
Karl F. Frey
Managing Principal
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