Technical Recruiter

Employment & Training Centers, Inc. (ETC) is a Houston-based staffing and HR solutions firm established in 1986. We serve a diverse client base across multiple industries and operate with a professional, execution-driven, people-centered culture.

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter with a proven track record of recruiting within the infrastructure and engineering sectors. This role is designed for a recruiter who understands the industry, has an established network of engineering and infrastructure professionals, and can contribute to both business development and talent acquisition efforts.

The ideal candidate is currently recruiting within the civil engineering, land surveying, water/wastewater, transportation, construction, or infrastructure markets and possesses the ability to build strong client relationships while delivering high-quality talent. This individual should be polished, personable, highly motivated, and ready to make an immediate impact.

Responsibilities Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for technical and engineering positions within the infrastructure sector

Recruit for niche and hard-to-fill positions including Civil Engineers, Land Surveyors, CAD Technicians, Project Managers, Water/Wastewater Professionals, Transportation Engineers, and related technical roles

Develop and maintain relationships with engineering firms, consulting companies, and infrastructure organizations

Generate new business opportunities through networking, relationship-building, referrals, and industry connections

Source, screen, interview, and present qualified candidates to clients

Build and leverage a strong LinkedIn network to identify passive candidates and develop client relationships

Conduct market research and stay informed on industry trends, talent availability, and competitive hiring practices

Partner with clients to understand workforce needs and provide strategic recruiting solutions

Manage candidate pipelines and maintain accurate recruiting activity within ATS and CRM systems

Consistently meet recruiting, placement, and business development goals

Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of recruiting experience within the engineering, infrastructure, construction, surveying, or related technical sectors

Demonstrated success placing highly specialized technical professionals

Proven business development experience and ability to identify and secure new client opportunities

Required Skills Strong understanding of the civil engineering, surveying, water/wastewater, transportation, and infrastructure industries

Established professional network within the engineering and infrastructure market

Proven track record of successfully recruiting for niche technical positions

Business development and client relationship management experience

Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills

Highly organized with strong follow-through and accountability

Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently

Strong LinkedIn sourcing and networking capabilities

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment

Preferred Skills Experience working within a staffing or executive search environment

Existing client relationships within engineering, infrastructure, or consulting firms

Experience recruiting for both public and private sector infrastructure projects

Familiarity with ATS and CRM systems

Compensation Competitive commission and incentive opportunities based on performance

ETC offers a competitive benefits plan which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k & 401k Matching, Short Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

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