Kiewit · 2 days ago
Craft Recruiter - Kiewit Offshore Services (KOS)
Ingleside, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expKiewit is a leading construction company specializing in complex projects, and they are seeking a Craft Recruiter to join their Craft Recruiting team. The role involves supporting recruiting initiatives to develop a network of talent for various craft roles while ensuring compliance with employment laws and managing recruitment processes effectively.
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Responsibilities
Agility in sourcing strategies for International Craft workforce
Collaborates with Operations leaders to determine workforce planning needs and expectations
Working knowledge of contracts, scheduling and craft compensation rates to project manpower requirements for each site
Possesses advanced knowledge of current and upcoming construction projects
Continuous improvement and management of Talent Acquisition systems and processes
Coaches hiring managers and estimators on supply and demand of Craft workforce
Analyzes ROI of tools and vendors
Accountable for overall Craft recruiting effectiveness
Authority to negotiate and approve contracts with third party labor vendors
Broad knowledge of union and nonunion Craft management practices
Trains new team members and hiring managers on proper utilization and management of requisitions within ATS and CRM
Maintains knowledge of employment laws to ensure compliance across the business
Proactively seeks outreach opportunities to develop pipeline
Human Resources knowledge such as EEOC, FLSA, diversity recruiting, interview best practices
Develops and implements local recruiting strategies across TX and the US as a whole
Conducts in depth research on wages, housing and fringe benefits as needed
Qualification
Required
Ideally 2+ year of experience recruiting craft professionals (Welders, Electricians, Crane Operators, Pipe Welders etc.) in the construction industry
Must be bilingual
Ability to create, measure, and scale the right workflow between candidates, hiring managers and the recruiting team
Demonstrated energy, enthusiasm and initiative
Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work individually and in a team environment
Ability to recruit, screen, interview, and hire top talent into our business
Emotional Intelligence – Ability to manage emotions in positive ways to communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflicts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding customer service and problem solving skills
Management of the team and process of Recruiting, screening, and interviewing candidates and present the best talent to our hiring managers for consideration in a high volume, fast-paced environment
Utilize SuccessFactors applicant tracking system, LinkedIn, social media, job boards such as Dice and Careerbuilder, Boolean searches, and professional / networking groups
Participate in Annual Review Process, Business Planning, Executing Corporate Policies
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Benefits
Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
Life insurance
Disability
Retirement plans with matching
Generous paid time off
Company
Kiewit
At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.
10001+ employees
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