Talent Acquisition Manager

SUMMARY  

As the Talent Acquisition Manager at Mortenson, you will play a critical leadership role in guiding and scaling the Experienced and Craft recruiting functions in support of our rapidly growing business. This position is responsible for building and leading a high-performing team of recruiters to attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent across Mortenson’s diverse business groups. You will partner closely with leaders across the organization to shape strategic hiring plans, drive alignment, and ensure we have the people and capabilities needed to meet current and future business demands.

This is both a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity for someone passionate about talent, workforce planning, and building high-impact teams in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensure Operational Excellence - oversee the full-cycle professional recruiting processes, including resource allocation, requisition prioritization, and process execution. Track performance metrics, assess trends, and drive continuous improvement.

• Lead and Inspire a High-Performing Team - manage a team of Talent Acquisition supervisors and develop a team of Experienced and Craft recruiters, providing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback that supports individual growth and team success.

• Drive Strategic Alignment - partner closely with senior business leaders, HR partners, and workforce planning teams to ensure recruiting strategies directly support Mortenson’s business priorities, workforce needs, and growth trajectory.

• Build Scalable Recruiting Strategies - in partnership with Talent Acquisition Operations, design and implement recruiting processes that scale with the business while maintaining a high-quality candidate and hiring manager experience.

• Advance Employer Brand & Candidate Experience - champion Mortenson’s team member value proposition in the marketplace through consistent messaging, candidate engagement, and inclusive recruiting practices.

• Collaborate Across Talent & HR Functions - work in close collaboration with learning & development, DEI, and HR teams to ensure a cohesive talent strategy that addresses attraction, development, and retention.

• Provide Thought Leadership - stay ahead of industry trends, labor market shifts, and recruitment best practices. Provide guidance and insight to internal stakeholders to ensure Mortenson remains competitive in the talent acquisition landscape. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• 8+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience, including 3+ years in a leadership or managerial role
• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing recruiting teams
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leaders to build workforce plans and execute recruiting strategies aligned to business goals
• Deep understanding of full-cycle recruiting processes, systems, and tools (e.g., ATS, sourcing platforms, metrics)
• Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills across all levels of the organization
• Experience designing and executing scalable hiring programs in high-growth or complex environments
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive performance, identify gaps, and improve outcomes
• Commitment to inclusive hiring practices and building diverse teams
• Agile, collaborative, and solutions-oriented with a passion for people and building strong teams

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  
• Dental plan  
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match