Sr. Manager Talent Acquisition

Job Title : Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition Location : Houston, TX Employment Type : Direct Hire Work Model : Hybrid – Monday through Thursday (9 hours / day), Friday (4 hours / day). Onsite Schedule : 3 days in office (Mondays required), 2 days remote. Overview System One is seeking a Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition to lead and manage multiple recruiting teams that support large-scale engineering operations. This position will oversee recruitment strategy, team performance, and process improvement initiatives while partnering closely with senior leadership and department managers across technical disciplines. This is a hybrid role based in Houston, TX (onsite three days per week, Mondays required). Key Responsibilities Lead and develop 2–3 teams of recruiting professionals, driving performance, process efficiency, and consistent results. Oversee sourcing and recruitment strategies for engineering, project management, and technical roles across multiple disciplines (process, mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, I&C, project controls, and procurement). Partner with department and project leaders to forecast staffing needs and implement effective hiring plans. Build and maintain pipelines of qualified talent through proactive sourcing, networking, and market outreach. Ensure all recruiting practices align with company policies and comply with state, federal, and local employment laws. Manage vendor relationships and third-party recruiting partners as needed. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on service excellence and candidate experience. Provide leadership with regular reporting on key recruiting metrics, sourcing trends, and competitive market data. Stay current with trends in engineering, construction, and industrial labor markets to anticipate hiring challenges. Required Qualifications 5+ years of recruiting experience, with 5+ years in a leadership or management role overseeing recruiters. Proven success leading recruiting teams supporting engineering or technical industries. Strong understanding of project-based engineering roles and the broader industrial talent landscape. Excellent leadership and coaching skills; able to motivate and develop teams. Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with internal stakeholders and external partners. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS). Ability to plan and lead recruiting events; travel as needed. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in an engineering, EPC, or construction environment. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. PHR or SHRM-CP certification. Knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and best hiring practices. #M1 #LI-JD1 System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Ref : #195-Precision Zachry