Sr Talent Acquisition Advisor

Kiewit•Arvada, CO

4d•$70,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Kiewit, the Sr Talent Acquisition Advisor recruits for an EPC company, connecting talented people with work that matters. The role partners with hiring leaders to understand position requirements, team dynamics, and business objectives, then advises on market trends, compensation benchmarks, and hiring practices. It manages the full recruitment lifecycle, develops talent pipelines, uses creative sourcing approaches, and supports employer branding. The advisor also analyzes recruiting metrics and applies current tools and methods to improve hiring outcomes. The position is based in Kiewit's Lone Tree, Colorado office and is part of HR Operations, which serves as a unified shared-services HR organization with HR Centers of Excellence.

Requirements

At least 10 years of corporate or agency recruiting experience focused on engineering or construction.
Deep understanding of the engineering and construction sector and its staffing challenges.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and strategic-thinking skills.
Comfort with applicant tracking systems and modern recruiting platforms.
Organized and adaptable, with the ability to deliver results in a collaborative team environment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including safety instructions, equipment-use directions, and policies.

Responsibilities

Partner with hiring leaders to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and long-term business objectives.
Advise managers on market trends, compensation benchmarks, and hiring best practices.
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate guidance.
Provide candidates with timely communication, transparency, and professionalism throughout the hiring process.
Negotiate offers while balancing candidate expectations and organizational goals.
Build and maintain talent pipelines through networking, referrals, and engagement with passive candidates.
Use sourcing strategies such as social media, niche job boards, and industry events to attract diverse talent.
Analyze and report recruitment metrics to identify trends, improve processes, and demonstrate return on investment.
Monitor talent acquisition trends and incorporate innovative tools, technologies, and methodologies into hiring practices.
Support employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, meet deadlines, communicate professionally, and perform work safely and effectively.