Talent Acquisition Manager, Energy
Bechtel
Houston, TX · Posted October 27, 2026
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About the job
Requisition ID: 300332
Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
Work Location: Houston, TX
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
Job Summary:
In this position, you will lead a Talent Acquisition team to ensure all staffing and recruitment targets are met. You will develop strong relationships with Senior HR Business Partners, hiring managers, universities, and professional organizations to understand and forecast Bechtel’s Talent Acquisition needs. You will evaluate metrics and lead sourcing strategies to ensure business goals are met.
"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”. #LI-AS2
Major Responsibilities:
Identifies and leverages industry trends, legislative updates, and best practices to ensure TA programs, policies, and processes are current, effective, and meet business goals
Manages a regional TA organization and ensures all staffing and recruitment targets are met for both permanent and contingent hires
Partners with Senior HR Business Partners and senior management to forecast TA needs and prepare the regional recruitment organization to meet the staffing/hiring requirements
Develops and maintains strong relationships with hiring managers, key university teams, and executive sponsors
Leads sourcing strategies through a variety of sourcing channels with an emphasis on passive candidate attraction
Fosters relationships with various professional organizations to attract and recruit niche candidates
Stays informed of trends and innovative techniques to be competitive in state-of-the-art recruiting practices
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Required Knowledge and Skills:
People leadership: A track record of leading, coaching and developing a team of about 10 recruiters and coordinators. This includes setting priorities, spreading workload across requisitions, managing performance and building a culture of accountability and service.
Energy-sector recruiting expertise: At least 8–10 years of full-cycle talent acquisition experience, including 3 or more years in energy, EPC, LNG, oil & gas, power or other capital-project settings. You'll need a solid grasp of hard-to-fill technical, craft and professional roles, such as engineering, project controls, construction management and field supervision.
Data-driven recruiting: Strong skills in recruiting metrics and analytics, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire, pipeline health and diversity of candidate slates. You'll need to turn data into insights and make process improvements that leaders can act on.
Total Rewards/Benefits:
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com