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Universal Engineering Sciences Recruiter in Knoxville, Tennessee
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
We are seeking a Recruiter to help meet our hiring needs and recruitment initiatives. This role will also support the implementation of effective recruiting and staffing strategies aimed at attracting a diverse pool of qualified talent for the organization. The Recruiter will be responsible for filling positions at our corporate office and providing support to other regions as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Determine and coordinate recruiting and sourcing needs on an ongoing basis by consulting with management.
Manage and build candidate pipelines to support multiple requisitions across various skill sets and functions.
Create and manage job postings in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), external job boards, and social media platforms.
Utilize Boolean searching techniques to locate qualified potential applicants through databases, online job boards, and professional networking sites.
Conduct telephone interviews and provide detailed interview notes along with hiring recommendations to hiring managers.
Communicate progress and coordinate changes with hiring managers and candidates.
Manage candidates and workload through the Universal Engineering Sciences ATS.
Deliver best-fit candidates to hiring managers promptly.
Schedule appointments, make travel arrangements for candidates, conduct interviews, and arrange follow-up interviews as needed.
Assist managers in providing meaningful feedback to internal candidates not selected for positions.
Maintain periodic activity, pipeline, and outcome reporting.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with colleges and local organizations to participate in job fairs and networking events.
Ensure confidentiality of all personnel and candidate information at all times.
Regularly check in with assigned hiring managers to assess hiring needs.
Shadow UES employees in the field on an "as needed" basis to gain a better understanding of our business practices.
Be responsive to prospective candidates, new hires, hiring managers, and other members of the UES team.
Support the UES Internship Program.
Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in recruiting/sourcing in the AEC industry preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Professional etiquette and demeanor.
Proven success with direct sourcing and passive candidate engagement.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), job boards, and social media platforms.
Strong analytical skills to track metrics and interpret data for strategic recruiting campaigns.
Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly in networking and establishing professional relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.
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. 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.
Team: Administrative Department
Work Type: Full-Time
Location Type: hybrid