Talent Acquisition Specialist

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
 

We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001.  Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects.  Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.ca 

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a key role in identifying top talent for our dynamic projects and offices across Canada. This role is instrumental in helping us build strong, diverse talent pipelines that will support our continued growth and success in both technical and corporate support functions. The role also involves coordinating pre-employment processes, onboarding activities, and may include collaboration on broader HR initiatives.

This is a 12 month contract position with the potential to lead to a permanent opportunity.

• Lead high-volume, full-cycle recruitment across Canada for a broad range of roles in specialized technical areas (e.g., engineering, construction management) and corporate support functions.
• Proactively build and maintain talent pipelines for key positions and future project needs by developing and executing sourcing strategies tailored to regional markets and specialized talent segments.
• Leverage tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, industry associations, and networking platforms to identify, engage, and attract high-calibre candidates.
• Use Workday to manage job requisitions, track applicants, generate reports, and ensure data accuracy throughout the recruitment process.
• Partner with hiring managers across Canada to understand business needs, define role requirements, and deliver consistent, high-quality recruitment support.
• Conduct screening calls, lead interviews, and coordinate selection processes, ensuring alignment with both role criteria and ACCIONA’s values.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment administration, including interview coordination, reference checks, background verification, and offer preparation.
• Collaborate with colleges, universities, and industry groups to support early talent pipelines and participate in broader HR initiatives that foster long-term strategic partnerships.
• Represent ACCIONA at career fairs, industry events, and employer branding initiatives to elevate our visibility and position as an employer of choice.
• Support onboarding efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new hires and alignment with company policies, culture, and expectations.
• Provide support in other areas of HR, including training coordination, compliance activities, and employee engagement.
• Champion an exceptional candidate experience at every stage of the recruitment journey and help reinforce ACCIONA’s employer brand across Canada.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be at the forefront of building a national talent strategy that supports innovative infrastructure and sustainable development projects across the country. If you’re passionate about recruitment and excited to help shape the future of our workforce, we want to hear from you.

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in full-cycle recruiting, ideally in the construction, engineering, or infrastructure sector.
• Experience recruiting both technical and support roles.
• Experience recruiting candidates across various levels, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.
• Experience with a variety of interview methods and techniques, including structured, behavioral, and competency-based interviews.
• Familiarity with Workday or another HRIS/recruitment system is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating onboarding, reference checking, and pre-employment documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple roles and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining accurate and thorough recruitment records and documentation.
• Familiarity with employment laws and regulations related to recruitment, hiring practices, and candidate data privacy.
• Previous exposure to other areas of HR is an asset.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.