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 

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruitment efforts, working closely with internal stakeholders to deliver full-cycle recruitment and build strong, proactive talent pipelines aligned with project needs.

This is an on-site position based in the GTA, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role also plays a key part in representing ACCIONA and ensuring a consistent, high-quality candidate and employee experience that reflects our values and culture.

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Lead high-volume, full-cycle recruitment across North America for both technical (engineering, construction, infrastructure) and corporate roles.

• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, hiring strategies, and timelines aligned with project and business needs.

• Conduct screening calls, interviews, and candidate assessments using structured and competency-based methodologies.

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including interview coordination, reference checks, background verification, and offer preparation.

• Utilize Workday HRIS system to manage requisitions, track candidate pipelines, and maintain accurate recruitment data.

Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development

• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies tailored to regional markets and specialized talent segments.

• Leverage tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking platforms, and industry associations to identify and engage top talent.

• Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles.

• Support workforce planning initiatives by identifying future hiring needs and market trends.

Employer Branding & Brand Ambassador Responsibilities

• Act as a key ambassador of ACCIONA’s employer brand, promoting the organization’s values, culture, and sustainability leadership in all candidate interactions.

• Represent ACCIONA at career fairs, university events, industry conferences, and networking functions to enhance brand visibility and attract talent.

• Partner with HR and marketing teams to support employer branding initiatives, recruitment campaigns, and social media engagement (e.g., LinkedIn).

• Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience, ensuring professionalism, transparency, and alignment with ACCIONA’s reputation at every touchpoint.

• Build and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, and early talent programs to strengthen long-term talent pipelines.

• Contribute to storytelling and content (e.g., job postings, outreach messaging, recruitment materials) that reflect ACCIONA’s mission and projects.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across projects and corporate teams to ensure alignment on hiring priorities.

• Provide guidance to hiring managers on market conditions, talent availability, and recruitment best practices.

• Support cross-functional HR initiatives including onboarding, training coordination, and employee engagement activities.

Recruitment Operations & Compliance

• Ensure recruitment processes comply with employment legislation, company policies, and data privacy standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

• Support onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires into the organization.

• Other duties as required

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience is preferred.

• Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment, ideally within construction, engineering, or infrastructure environments.

• Experience recruiting across multiple levels, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.

• Strong experience with sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, etc.) and HRIS platforms such as Workday.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience coordinating onboarding, pre-employment checks, and recruitment administration.

• Solid understanding of employment legislation and recruitment best practices in Canada (and/or North America).

Key Competencies

• Relationship Building & Influence

• Brand Representation & Storytelling

• Strategic Sourcing & Talent Mapping

• Attention to Detail & Process Discipline

• Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

• Candidate Experience Excellence

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This role offers an annual base salary in the anticipated range of $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 CAD, with compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

In addition to base salary, this role includes a total rewards package that supports employee well-being, development, and long-term growth, subject to company policies and applicable provincial employment standards, including:

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Group benefits and EFAP from your start date, with premiums paid by ACCIONA

• Health Spending Account

• Learning, development, and internal career opportunities

• RRSP matching

• Performance-based discretionary bonus

• Share purchase program

ACCIONA is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our differences strengthen us and that we should reflect the communities we serve in our workforce.

We are also committed to creating an accessible and barrier‑free recruitment process and workplace.  We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and we will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process upon request.

If you require a disability‑related accommodation at any stage in the recruitment or selection process, please contact Jeremy Lawson at jlawson@acciona.com. We will work with you to meet your needs.

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.