ACCIONA

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

About This Job

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension) will play a key role in supporting full-cycle recruitment for a broad range of positions across varying levels of seniority. This includes a strong focus on construction management and civil engineering roles, as well as functional and corporate positions. The role also involves coordinating pre-employment processes, onboarding activities, and may include collaboration on broader HR initiatives.

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

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Lead end-to-end, high-volume recruitment for a range of positions across technical (e.g., engineering, construction management) and corporate support functions (e.g., finance, procurement, document control, administration).

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Develop and execute tailored sourcing strategies using various tools and platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, associations, etc.).

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Utilize Workday to manage job requisitions, applicant tracking, and reporting.

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Collaborate with hiring managers to define position requirements, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and manage feedback loops.

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Lead interviews, ensuring consistency and alignment with role requirements and company values.

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Facilitate interview scheduling, reference checks, background verifications, and pre-employment administrative processes.

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Support onboarding activities, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and alignment with company policies and culture.

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Liaise with colleges, universities, and industry associations as needed to support early talent programs and strategic partnerships established by the broader HR or project teams.

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Participate in career fairs, industry events, and talent branding initiatives.

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Assist with other HR functions as needed (e.g., employee engagement, compliance support, training coordination).

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Maintain high standards of candidate experience and promote ACCIONA’s employer brand throughout the recruitment process.

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Other duties as required.

Required Skills and Competencies

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Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.

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At least 3 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, ideally in the construction, engineering, or infrastructure sector.

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Experience recruiting both technical and support roles.

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Experience recruiting candidates across various levels, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.

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Experience with a variety of interview methods and techniques, including structured, behavioral, and competency-based interviews.

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Familiarity with Workday or another HRIS/recruitment system is strongly preferred.

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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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Experience coordinating onboarding, reference checking, and pre-employment documentation.

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Demonstrated ability to manage multiple roles and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining accurate and thorough recruitment records and documentation.

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Familiarity with employment laws and regulations related to recruitment, hiring practices, and candidate data privacy.

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Previous exposure to other areas of HR is an asset.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

About This Job

Job Description

Required Skills and Competencies

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