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Lexicon offers a unique combination of capabilities. Our services include construction management, fabrication, erection, mechanical installation, and plant maintenance for heavy industrial, commercial, and roadway projects, as well as a full spectrum of golf course construction and management services.
Lexicon's culture is what makes our company a fun and rewarding place to work. People, Quality, Safety, and Innovation are the values at the core of everything we do. We strive to live our visionary purpose: Real People. Lasting Partnerships. Unfailing Integrity. Building a better tomorrow one project at a time. And we want you to join us in this vision.
We will consider a hybrid role for this position based at our corporate office in Little Rock, Arkansas. Lexicon offers a fantastic family culture, competitive pay, and an annual discretionary bonus!
Recruiter Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Recruiter to join our team, specializing in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent within the construction industry. This role focuses on recruiting both skilled tradespeople and professionals across various disciplines, ensuring that our projects are staffed with the best talent available. The Recruiter will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting to candidate onboarding. This role involves working closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and source top talent to meet those needs.
Recruiter Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Recruitment Strategy: Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for construction and corporate roles.
- Pipeline Development: Establish and maintain relationships with schools, vocational colleges, and universities to create a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.
- Candidate Sourcing: Utilize various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking events, and direct outreach to build a robust candidate pipeline.
- Job Posting: Create detailed and compelling job descriptions and post openings on appropriate platforms to reach potential candidates.
- Screening and Interviewing: Conduct thorough screenings of candidates, including phone interviews and in-person interviews, to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans for each department.
- Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process by maintaining clear communication and providing timely feedback.
- Offer Management: Manage the offer process, including salary negotiations, and prepare offer letters and contracts.
- Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and labor market conditions to effectively advise on compensation, hiring practices, and recruitment strategies.
- Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with legal and company standards, including equal opportunity employment and data protection regulations.
- Reporting: Track and report on key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate source effectiveness.
Recruiter Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent work experience in recruitment or a related field within the construction industry will also be considered.
- Proven experience as a recruiter, with a strong focus on the construction industry.
- Experience recruiting for both trades and professional roles is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of recruitment techniques and best practices.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
- Familiarity with employment laws and regulations.
Recruiter Physical Demands
- Primarily office-based with occasional visits to construction sites for recruitment-related activities.
- Some travel may be required for job fairs, industry events, and networking opportunities.