Talent Acquisition Partner

Quanta Services•Richland, MS

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for driving full-cycle recruiting and proactive talent sourcing strategies to support Irby Construction’s workforce needs. This role partners closely with operations and leadership to identify, engage, and secure top talent across high-volume craft, field, and key operational roles. This role requires a proactive approach to sourcing, persistence in outreach, and the ability to build relationships and communicate Irby’s value in a competitive, relationship-driven industry. The ideal candidate will leverage tools such as iCIMS and LinkedIn Recruiter to identify and engage passive candidates, build long-term pipelines, and convert talent in a competitive, relationship-driven industry.

Requirements

3+ years of recruiting experience with a strong emphasis on sourcing and passive candidate engagement
Proven experience using resume databases and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems such as iCIMS)
Experience supporting high-volume craft or field-based hiring environments
Strong ability to engage, influence, and convert candidates through direct outreach
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, operations-driven environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction, utilities, or industrial environments
Familiarity with craft recruiting (linemen, operators, technicians)
Experience recruiting for field operations roles (project managers, estimators, etc.)
Existing industry network or demonstrated ability to build one quickly

Responsibilities

Partner with operations leaders to align recruiting efforts with project demands, backlog, and workforce forecasts
Anticipate hiring needs and proactively build recruiting strategies to reduce reactive hiring
Manage end-to-end recruitment for high-volume craft roles and field operations positions, including: Linemen, operators, and technicians; Project managers, estimators, and other operational leadership roles
Lead intake discussions with hiring managers to define role requirements, timelines, and candidate profiles
Drive urgency and accountability throughout the hiring process
Actively source passive candidates using: iCIMS resume database, LinkedIn Recruiter and other external sourcing platforms such as Indeed and social media
Build targeted pipelines for high-demand and hard-to-fill roles
Execute direct outreach campaigns to engage candidates who are not actively seeking new opportunities
Maintain and nurture relationships with candidates for current and future hiring needs
Serve as a brand ambassador for Irby Construction
Effectively communicate Irby’s value proposition, including: Career growth and advancement opportunities, Long-term project stability, Safety culture and team environment
Influence and convert passive candidates by clearly articulating why Irby is a compelling place to build a career
Partner with hiring managers to deliver a strong, consistent candidate experience
Develop and maintain partnerships with: Trade schools and workforce programs, Military and veteran communities, Industry networks and referral channels
Support ongoing pipeline development for critical and high-turnover roles
Identify gaps in recruiting processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency and hiring success
Reduce candidate drop-off and improve time-to-fill through proactive pipeline management
Track and manage key recruiting metrics, including: Pipeline activity and outreach volume, Time-to-fill, Offer acceptance rates, Source effectiveness
Use data to refine sourcing strategies and improve recruiting outcomes
Utilize iCIMS to manage requisitions, candidate pipelines, and job postings
Maintain accurate and organized candidate data and sourcing activity

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.