Recruiting Partner- Southeast Region
Knoxville, TN
Southeast (Contour & Geoservices) – Administrative Department /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Overview:
UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.
Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.
Summary
Reporting to the Senior Recruiting Manager, the Recruiting Partner will assist with staffing efforts and special initiatives that support the Southeast Region (Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee). This role will primarily involve building and maintaining relationships with hiring managers and external organizations, managing reporting analytics, and supporting the recruitment of a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the organization.
The Ideal Candidate
Energetic – Passion and high energy for delivering results in a fast paced and high growth environment; autonomous, strong self-starter with a sense of urgency.
Resourceful – Enjoys challenging projects, taking initiative to solve problems, and executing on deliverables.
Creative – Able to tell an engaging story with an expertise in technical writing and the ability to incorporate case studies and state-of-the-art graphics.
Team Player – Enjoys being on a team. Works well with others and brings a positive attitude.
Adaptable – Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and remain flexible as business priorities change.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to keep reading and apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Build relationships with Southeast Region leadership team to understand current and future staffing needs.
- Assist in source candidates through online channels, networking, and other creative methods.
- Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications and interest in available positions.
- Coordinate interview schedules and communicate with candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records and recruitment metrics.
- Collaborate with team members to brainstorm creative recruitment strategies and initiatives.
- Support recruitment-related projects and initiatives as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Please note that the duties above may vary based on the changing needs of the company.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or similar business area.
- 3 years of experience in recruiting, AEC space recruitment experience preferred.
- Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with hiring managers, external vendors, and diverse talent pools.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS, and other recruitment tools.
- Experience in reporting metrics/data analytics.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Recruitment and Fair Recruitment Practices.
- Must be familiar with national labor market trends and the execution of effective processes to support operational recruitment strategies.
Mission
We are trusted engineering partners enabling the construction community through responsive, expert problem solving.
We strive to be the leading environmental, inspection, testing and engineering firm by ensuring the safety, integrity, and sustainability of our community's land, foundations, and structures from development to redevelopment.
EEOC Statement
UES is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions of all team members. UES is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth, innovate and think bigger!
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES?
We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.
Check out our website: https://teamues.com/
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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
