Executive Recruiter

Executive Recruiter

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: The Executive Recruiter is responsible for leading senior-level sourcing and recruitment efforts, with a focus on identifying and securing top level talent. This position will serve as a strategic advisor and brand ambassador, leveraging market intelligence and industry networks to build robust talent pipelines and anticipate future workforce needs.

Responsibilities:

• Senior-Level Sourcing & Recruitment
• • Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to identify senior executives, practice leaders, and highly specialized engineering talent.
• Manage the end-to-end executive search process, from research and outreach to assessment, and offer negotiation
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of passive candidates for leadership and critical technical roles.
• Business Partnership
• • Partner directly with HR leaders to define hiring priorities, role profiles, and success criteria.
• Provide insights on market trends, candidate availability, and competitive intelligence.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, representing the firm's vision, culture, and growth opportunities to high-caliber candidates.
• Market Intelligence & Networks
• • Leverage industry knowledge and networks to map competitor organizations, identify key talent pools, and anticipate future needs.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with potential candidates, search firms, and industry associations to expand reach.
• Candidate Experience & Assessment
• • Ensure an exceptional candidate experience through transparent communication, feedback, and personalized engagement.
• Apply rigorous assessment techniques to evaluate leadership capabilities, technical expertise, and cultural alignment.
• Partner with HR and business leaders on structured interview processes and selection decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
• Experience: Seven years' experience of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years in executive search or senior-level recruiting, ideally in engineering, consulting, or technical professional services.
• Technical Skills:
• Proven success sourcing and placing senior leaders in highly competitive markets
• Strong business acumen and ability to engage with executives as a strategic partner
• Deep sourcing expertise using direct outreach, research tools, LinkedIn Recruiter, and networking strategies
• Communication: Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills
• Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative to drive projects forward, and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Location: Remote US

Travel: none

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O'Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Preferred

• 3 year(s): 3 years in executive search or senior-level recruiting
• 7 year(s): Seven years' experience of recruiting experience

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Human Resource Administration or related field

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