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Talent Acquisition Specialist I

Mortenson
Denver, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/31/2026
SUMMARY 

Mortenson is currently seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist I that will serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers by acquiring the right talent to support business objectives.



RESPONSIBILITIES

- Act as the Talent Acquisition Relationship Manager for assigned business groups, developing staffing priorities, conducting weekly meetings, and updating staffing reports

- Source and staff open positions, ensuring a diverse slate of candidates and directly recruiting for employment consideration

- Collaborate with hiring managers on recruitment and selection plans, and establish employment offers

- Negotiate and manage external recruiting resources (researchers, agencies, internet service companies, etc.)

- Develop approaches to identify and source needed talent through direct recruiting, Open House gatherings, Job Fairs, and Internet Recruiting

- Refer team members to appropriate contact points for headquarters talent management services (benefit services, complaint/issue resolution, drug and alcohol-free program)

- Build and maintain relationships with team members across the organization at all levels



QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field


- Minimum two years of recruiting/HR experience or a combination of higher education and experience

- Ability to make recommendations on hiring decisions to upper management

- Strong organizational and prioritization skills

- Proficiency in using PC and widely used software packages (e.g., Excel, MS Word, HRIS/database)

- Strong teamwork orientation

- Positive attitude and professional customer service skills

- Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback



A few benefits offered include: 

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

- Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 

- Dental plan 

- 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match

- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 

- Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 

- No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources

- Tuition reimbursement 

- Adoption Assistance  

- Gym Membership Discount Program  

The base pay range for this role is $$6 7,300MIN - $90,900 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).


Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 



ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. 



Let’s Redefine Possible® 



Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.



Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Salary : $90,900

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