Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

GAI Consultants is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist experienced in recruiting Transportation professionals in a civil engineering business environment within the NE and SE U.S. The successful candidate may work a remote schedule. This individual will be responsible for using their professional experience and network to source candidates for requisitions as well as build a pipeline of talent.  

This individual will work closely with business leadership to understand hiring needs and build a targeted sourcing plan. This position will target planning, engineering & environmental consulting-based talent in the Transportation and Infrastructure business unit. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.  

Essential Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following:  

• Using industry knowledge, social media sources, Technical Operations, and mission-focused knowledge to seek out potential candidates that may be currently employed at peer/competitor companies, and successfully bringing those candidates to GAI. 

• Researching market conditions and industry trends as they relate to our competitors to assist in decision-making and marketing positions. 

• Utilizing professional networks to source candidates for active requisitions. 

• Sourcing candidates from a variety of sources, with a strong emphasis on LinkedIn, Indeed, ZoomInfo, social media, and search engines (Google Chrome, advanced Boolean searching strings, and niche job boards). 

• Using social networking mediums (i.e., LinkedIn groups, Glassdoor, and other online forums) to promote GAI employer brand messaging that drives traffic to open roles by establishing and promoting positive relationships. 

• Recruit, screen, and interview candidates for open positions. Expectations include identifying a high volume of qualified candidates for current and future needs. 

• Collaborating with hiring managers and leaders to develop relationships, understand needs, and create solutions for hard-to-fill positions. 

• Ensuring data integrity of the candidate management database. 

• Extensive data mining of various social media to identify candidate profiles. 

• Domestic travel to assist with events and in support of the business (up to 15%). 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field is required. 

Required Experience: 

• 7-10 years’ experience required in the social digital and recruitment arena.  

• 7-10 years’ experience sourcing candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other similar/related sourcing tools.  

• 7-10 years’ sourcing technical talent across various planning, engineering & environmental consulting disciplines (Civil, Structural, Infrastructure, Transportation, Construction, Water/Wastewater, etc.). 

• 7-10 years’ experience defining and implementing research and sourcing strategies for critical positions. 

Preferred Experience: 

• SHRM Cert Professional (SHRM-CP) or PHR certification preferred. 

Required Skills: 

Intermediate Level: 

• Leadership 

• Problem-solving 

• MS Office Suite 

• Organization 

• Critical thinking. 

Advanced Level: 

• Communications 

• Negotiation 

• Presentation. 

Required Behaviors: 

• Innovative, 

• Team Player 

• Enthusiastic 

• Detail Oriented 

“Why GAI?” 

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development. 

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm. 

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:    

Competitive Pay & Recognition  

• Market based, competitive compensation  

• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses  

Comprehensive Health & Wellness  

• Medical, dental, and vision plans  

• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability  

• Company-paid life insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources  

Meaningful Work–Life Balance  

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays  

• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you  

• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave  

Growth, Learning & Financial Security  

• 401(k) with company match  

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications  

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