Contract Recruiter

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

CONTRACT RECRUITER

The Contract Recruiter will play a critical role in executing McGough's recruitment strategies and hiring processes, with a dedicated focus on supporting data center talent needs. This position will collaborate closely with hiring managers, project leaders, and the broader Talent Acquisition team to ensure we are attracting and hiring top-tier talent for our growing data center portfolio. Strong relationship-building, sourcing expertise, and organizational skills will be key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Drive overall talent acquisition success with an emphasis on data center roles
• Coordinate and manage a consistent, efficient hiring process for data center projects
• Partner closely with the Director of Talent Acquisition, TA team, and Hiring Managers to develop and implement workforce pipeline strategies, specifically aligned to data center staffing
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and satisfaction throughout the process
• Build and nurture relationships with prospective talent, internal stakeholders, external networks, post-secondary institutions, and search firm partners – with special attention to talent pipelines in the data center space

Qualifications:

Required:

• 1-3 years of related experience with an emphasis in technical recruiting or sourcing
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications
• Experience with HRIS platforms, applicant tracking systems, LI Recruiter, job boards and social media platforms
• Proven interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills and problem solve
• Knowledge of creative and innovative sourcing techniques
• Capacity to coordinate multiple tasks and recruit for multiple positions to meet deadlines
• Talent to establish rapport and effectively advise all levels within the organization
• Ability to work with confidential data and maintain privacy
• Ability to professionally voice concerns and effectively deal with conflict
• Positive can do attitude and continual learner

Preferred:

• Experience with full life cycle recruiting process
• Experience hiring in the construction industry
• Network connections in the construction industry, unions and community organizations within the nation

Office and Travel:

Office: 40 hours/week; hybrid or remote work flexibility.

Travel: Occasional overnight travel to headquarters, regional offices, and recruiting events may be involved.

Contract duration: 3-6 month duration. Open to future discussion, with the possibility of extension depending on upcoming workload and business needs.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Talent Pool Communications, Branding and Employment

• Collaborates with the TA and Marketing teams to proactively communicate culture, values and job opportunities using a variety of social media platforms, in-house platforms, job boards, etc.

Candidate Management

• Assists in screening resumes and applications to help identify qualified candidates.
• Conducts initial phone screens and makes recommendations to the hiring manager.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment records and documentation in the applicant tracking system and TA shared files.
• Proactively address candidate inquiries and concerns.
• Ensure a positive and professional experience for all candidates by maintaining timely and clear communication throughout the process.

Interview and Offer Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate interview with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring a seamless process.
• When needed assist in coordinating candidate's travel, lodging, etc. for interviews and first day.
• Prepare and distribute interview agendas and materials.
• Communicate with candidates to confirm interview details and answer questions.
• Assist with preparing offer letters and additional forms.

Determines hiring manager and organizational needs for each role

• Fully understands recruiting requirements by studying organization plans and objectives; meeting with hiring managers to discuss needs.
• Consult with hiring managers on talent market information, hiring trends and recruiting best practices.

Continuously improves processes

• Supports initiatives aimed at improving hiring efficiencies and strengthening recruitment efforts.
• Tracks and maintains all recruiting metrics organization requires.

Campus Recruitment

• Works with TA team to attract new talent from post-secondary schools.
• Represents the company at career fairs and recruitment events to build brand awareness and connect with prospective talent across key markets.

Other duties as needed

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee's work station. Employee needs to be able to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.

Occasionally, employee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.

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In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $30.00/hour to $55.00/hour, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer. Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth.