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Pepper Construction

Pepper Construction

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Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist (contract)

Chicago, IL
Contract
Posted 2/20/2026
Verified Source
Key Skills:
IT procurement
Contract negotiation
Supplier management

Compensation

Salary Range

$62K - 62K a year

Responsibilities

Lead IT procurement and asset management functions including contract negotiations and supplier relations.

Requirements

20+ years of IT procurement experience with expertise in hardware, software, cloud, and contract management.

Full Description

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company. Company Overview Pepper leads the construction industry with an energy and ambition uncommon today. We pursue innovative methods and technologies that bring our clients' visions to life, pairing them with a practical approach and nearly 100 years of expertise. This combination delivers the precision, quality, and confidence that comes from partnering with a team dedicated to exceptional performance. Every building begins with a strong foundation-its people. At Pepper, we develop leaders at every level and build momentum across every market we serve by encouraging new thinking and honoring the values that have shaped our company for generations. Our commitment to leadership is evident in everything we do, from preconstruction strategy to field execution to the long-standing relationships we nurture and grow. As a family-owned and operated company, building is personal to us. Position Overview Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, the Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist will partner with recruiters and business leaders to identify, engage and successful recruit talent. This contract position will use research tools like LinkedIn, Zoom Info, the internet, phone and other research tools. This role involves in-depth research, networking, and fostering relationships to connect and pipeline potential candidates. The ideal candidate possesses a sharp talent-spotting ability, outstanding communication prowess, and a proactive mindset towards talent acquisition. Key Responsibilities • Develop talent pipelines and sourcing for roles at all levels. • Participate in talent strategy meetings to understand hiring needs. • Prescreen candidates' profiles along with building an active/passive candidate pool. • Recommend and execute sourcing strategies using a variety of sourcing channels • Conduct thorough market research to map out competitive landscape, potential talent pools, and refine sourcing strategies. • Maintain current leading-edge knowledge of external sourcing options (job sites, professional recruiting sites, etc.). • Provide periodic reports of activity as applicable. Position Requirements • 2 years' experience in talent acquisition/recruiting. • Experience in construction, real estate, architecture or engineering preferred but not required. • Hands-on knowledge in Passive Sourcing (AIRS) techniques, market trends, combing the Internet for target companies/candidates' information, etc. • Undergraduate degree. • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. • This position can be remote or based in one of our Illinois offices (Barrington, Des Plaines or Chicago). The estimated hourly rate for this position is $30 per hour. We consider many factors when determining actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands. Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more. For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas. Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.

This job posting was last updated on 2/23/2026

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