Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Ontario Transit Group

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Construction Industry, Sourcing Strategies, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Field Recruitment, Professional Recruitment, Data-Driven Strategies, Hiring Process Management, Labor Market Trends, Employer Branding, Candidate Experience, Collaboration

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description Ferrovial Construction Canada Inc. and VINCI Construction Grands Projects are undertaking the design, build, and finance the Ontario Line Southern Civil, Stations, and Tunnel (South Civil) package. As Ontario Transit Group, we are now mobilizing our design and construction crews, with major works. The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030. The project will strengthen Ontario’s economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction. What is the project? A six-kilometer tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River). Stations: One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station. Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations. Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown). The benefits to Ontario! Faster, more frequent, and reliable access to rapid transit with more than 227,500 people will live within a 10-minute walk of an Ontario Line station. Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time. Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway. Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents. Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction. Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases, and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option. Job Description A Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist in heavy civil/transit construction is responsible for leading the full-cycle recruitment of professional staff for large-scale projects. The role requires a deep understanding of the construction industry's unique workforce demands. Key Responsibilities: Manage the entire hiring process from initial sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and pre-employment requirements for both skilled trades and professional roles. Collaborate with operations, project management, and leadership teams to forecast hiring needs and align recruitment strategies with organizational goals. Develop and execute creative and data-driven sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, professional networking, industry events, and targeted outreach to attract a diverse talent pool. Build and maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates for high-volume and hard-to-fill positions, including specialized construction roles. Ensure a positive and professional experience for all candidates throughout the entire recruitment process. Track recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill and quality of hire to improve efficiency and inform leadership decisions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends, industry best practices, and competitive compensation strategies in heavy civil construction. Represent the company at recruitment events, post-secondary career fairs and community outreach to build the employer brand and strengthen long-term talent pipelines. Qualifications 5-7 years of recruiting experience is required. At least 3+ years of experience specifically within the construction industry, ideally in the heavy civil and transit sectors. Proven ability to manage full-cycle recruiting, including experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS). Strong experience developing and implementing innovative sourcing strategies. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and partner effectively with hiring managers. Experience in both field and professional/office recruitment is preferred. Additional Information We Offer: Competitive Salary Comprehensive Benefits Package: Disability Insurance Dental Insurance Extended medical insurance (Optional) RRSP matching Discretionary Bonus Why OTG? Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project, we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities. At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for people with disabilities. If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer—apply now! While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.

Responsibilities

The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for leading the full-cycle recruitment of professional staff for large-scale construction projects. This includes managing the hiring process, collaborating with various teams, and developing sourcing strategies to attract a diverse talent pool.