Sr Manager, Talent Acquisition – Construction Management

Company Description

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Job Description

Build the Teams Delivering the World’s Most Complex Infrastructure Projects

AECOM is seeking an exceptional Talent Acquisition leader to shape the future of our Construction Management business. This is not a traditional recruiting leadership role—it is an opportunity to influence the talent strategy behind some of the largest and most complex infrastructure programs in the world.

We are looking for a recognized recruiting leader with deep Construction Management and Infrastructure expertise, an established network of industry professionals, and the credibility to serve as a trusted advisor to senior business executives. The successful candidate will combine strategic leadership with hands-on recruiting, building high-performing teams while personally attracting many of the industry's most sought-after leaders and technical professionals.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be located anywhere in the US where AECOM operates..

This role can be based in any US location where AECOM operates.The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel as need. Travel is typically scheduled in advance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Leadership & Talent Advisory

- Lead, coach and develop a team of recruiters supporting Construction Management hiring across the United States.
- Create a culture of proactive recruiting, strategic sourcing, exceptional customer service and continuous improvement.
- Champion the Talent Advisor model by coaching recruiters to become trusted consultants to business leaders.
- Partner with Construction Management leadership, HR and TA leadership on workforce planning, succession planning and long-term hiring strategies.
- Represent Talent Acquisition during business reviews, workforce planning sessions and strategic growth initiatives.

Strategic Recruiting & Industry Engagement

- Personally recruit executive, senior leadership and business-critical Construction Management positions.
- Leverage an extensive network of Construction Management professionals to identify and recruit exceptional passive talent.
- Develop relationships with project executives, construction managers, owners' representatives, program directors, project controls leaders and other industry professionals.
- Build proactive talent pipelines before project awards and anticipated business growth.
- Conduct competitive intelligence, organizational mapping and market research to identify top talent across the industry.
- Represent AECOM at industry associations, conferences and networking events to strengthen our employment brand.

Business Partnership & Workforce Strategy

- Serve as the trusted Talent Advisor to senior Construction Management executives.
- Translate project pipelines, contract awards and business growth plans into proactive recruiting strategies.
- Provide executive-level insights regarding compensation trends, competitor activity, candidate sentiment and labor market conditions.
- Lead consultative intake meetings that establish success profiles, sourcing strategies and realistic hiring expectations.
- Influence hiring decisions through data, market expertise and strategic consultation.

Operational Excellence & Innovation

- Champion AI-enabled recruiting technologies, automation and labor market intelligence tools.
- Utilize recruiting analytics to improve hiring outcomes, pipeline health and recruiter effectiveness.
- Deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
- Ensure compliance, data integrity and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of progressive full-cycle recruiting experience, including significant experience recruiting within Construction Management, Infrastructure, Engineering, EPC or related industries or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- 2+ years of recruiting leadership experience.
- Demonstrated success recruiting executive and highly specialized Construction Management talent.
- Established professional network and long-standing relationships throughout the Construction Management industry.
- Demonstrated success recruiting passive candidates through relationships, networking and market expertise rather than relying primarily on applicant flow.
- Experience partnering with senior executives on workforce planning and talent strategy.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience within a leading Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC), EPC or Infrastructure organization.
- Expertise with AI-enabled recruiting technologies, labor market intelligence and advanced sourcing platforms.
- Experience conducting executive search, competitive intelligence and organizational mapping.
- Success operating in a complex, matrixed national or global organization.

Core Competencies

- Talent Advisor Mindset – Acts as a strategic business partner who helps shape workforce decisions.
- Industry Expertise – Deep knowledge of the Construction Management talent landscape, competitors and emerging trends.
- Relationship Builder – Develops authentic, long-term relationships with industry leaders and top passive talent.
- Influence Without Authority – Earns credibility through expertise, preparation and consistent delivery.
- Strategic Workforce Planning – Anticipates future hiring needs and aligns recruiting strategy to business growth.
- Market Intelligence – Uses competitive insights, compensation data and labor market analytics to influence hiring decisions.
- Data & Technology Fluency – Leverages AI-enabled recruiting tools and analytics to improve recruiting outcomes.
- Resilience & Adaptability – Thrives in a dynamic environment while balancing competing priorities.
- Executive Presence – Communicates with confidence, builds trust quickly and serves as a respected advisor to senior leadership.

Additional Information

- Relocation assistance is not available for this position
- Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position, now or in the future.
- THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY DECEMBER 21, 2026.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options ,  well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.