Talent Acquisition Manager | Mortenson

Overview

As the Talent Acquisition Manager at Mortenson, you will play a critical leadership role in guiding and scaling the Experienced and Craft recruiting functions in support of our rapidly growing business. This position is responsible for building and leading a high-performing team of recruiters to attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent across Mortenson's diverse business groups. You will partner closely with leaders across the organization to shape strategic hiring plans, drive alignment, and ensure we have the people and capabilities needed to meet current and future business demands. This is both a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity for someone passionate about talent, workforce planning, and building high-impact teams in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Operational Excellence - oversee the full-cycle professional recruiting processes, including resource allocation, requisition prioritization, and process execution. Track performance metrics, assess trends, and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead and Inspire a High-Performing Team - manage a team of Talent Acquisition supervisors and develop a team of Experienced and Craft recruiters, providing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback that supports individual growth and team success.
• Drive Strategic Alignment - partner closely with senior business leaders, HR partners, and workforce planning teams to ensure recruiting strategies directly support Mortenson's business priorities, workforce needs, and growth trajectory.
• Build Scalable Recruiting Strategies - in partnership with Talent Acquisition Operations, design and implement recruiting processes that scale with the business while maintaining a high-quality candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Advance Employer Brand & Candidate Experience - champion Mortenson's team member value proposition in the marketplace through consistent messaging, candidate engagement, and inclusive recruiting practices.
• Collaborate Across Talent & HR Functions - work in close collaboration with learning & development, DEI, and HR teams to ensure a cohesive talent strategy that addresses attraction, development, and retention.
• Provide Thought Leadership - stay ahead of industry trends, labor market shifts, and recruitment best practices. Provide guidance and insight to internal stakeholders to ensure Mortenson remains competitive in the talent acquisition landscape.

Qualifications

Benefits

Pay

The base pay range for this role is $108,200 - $162,300. (Actual range is higher for certain 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.

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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.

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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 race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

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