Procon is a fast-paced, mid-size, and rapidly growing professional AEC consulting firm based in McLean, VA. We deliver expert consulting services in construction management, technology, space planning, and facilities management to support critical infrastructure programs across the country. As we grow, so does our need to identify and hire exceptional people who share our commitment to excellence and innovation.
Our Talent Acquisition Team plays a critical role in driving that growth, and we are lookingfor our next key team member.We are seeking a detail-oriented, career-minded Talent Acquisition Assistant to join ourTalent Acquisition Team. You will support two Senior Recruiters and the Senior VicePresident by managing administrative tasks, coordinating candidate pipelines, andgradually learning the full life cycle of recruiting.This role offers the opportunity to grow into a Talent Acquisition Specialist position overtime.
Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a recruiting or staffingfirm focused on the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry.
Recruiting Support
- Assist with full-cycle recruitment: job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and offer logistics.
- Maintain and update candidate records and activity in Lever (ATS).
- Post openings across various job boards including LinkedIn, ClearanceJobs, and niche AEC sites.
- Schedule and confirm interviews, debrief sessions, and coordinate candidate communications.
- Help manage recruitment marketing efforts and sourcing outreach.
- Join recruiters in kick-off calls with hiring managers to gain exposure to recruitment strategy.
- Build and maintain candidate pipelines, especially for recurring roles.
Administrative & Operational
- Track recruitment KPIs and help develop weekly and monthly reporting dashboards.
- Coordinate reference checks, background investigations, and onboarding logistics.
- Maintain data accuracy within recruiting tools and systems.
- Support the planning and logistics of career fairs and talent outreach events.
- Ensure candidate experience is positive, timely, and professional at every touchpoint.
- Stay current on industry and market trends that affect recruiting pipelines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 1–2 years of experience with a recruiting or staffing agency focused on AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction).
- Proficiency using applicant tracking systems (Lever preferred).
- Working knowledge of LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other sourcing platforms.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to handle confidential information with maturity and discretion.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Experience recruiting for government contractors or cleared positions.
- Familiarity with Boolean search techniques and recruitment metrics.
- Experience coordinating multiple requisitions and timelines.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to learn directly from two highly experienced Senior Recruiters.
- Clear career path into a Talent Acquisition Specialist role.
- High-growth company with a strong reputation in the AEC sector.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment with room for professional
- development.
$75,000 - $85,000 a yearSalary is based on experienceProcon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(K) plan with employer match. Procon is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. As a critical part of our culture of respect, we strictly prohibit any discrimination or harassment based on gender, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, ancestry, pregnancy, national origin, and any other status protected by law.We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer.
We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.http://www.proconconsulting.com/Apply for this job
