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Building & Earth

Geotechnical engineering and testing

Talent Acquisition Assistant

Part-TimeDeadline 10/1/27
No salary listed
Entry
Bachelor's
Birmingham, AL, USA
In PersonIn-office role, limited to no more than 20 hours per week.
People & HRHR Operations & Coordination

About the job

Requirements
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work under pressure and time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage confidential information.
  • Ability to work independently.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain and audit pre-employment files, track outstanding documentation, and follow up with candidates and the Talent Acquisition Manager to ensure timely completion.
  • Coordinate onboarding logistics for new hires, including scheduling start dates, orientation sessions, equipment pickup, and network access, and communicate onboarding details to branches and hiring teams.
  • Set up candidate screening and schedule interviews.
  • Maintain and update the new-hire spreadsheet, dashboards, and applicant tracking system records to reflect accurate hiring status, start dates, and checklist status.
  • Prepare for career fairs and other recruitment events by packing and shipping materials, tracking inventory needs, and registering for events.
  • Protect the confidentiality of candidate and employee information and comply with applicable employment laws, company policies, and data privacy standards.
  • Participate in continuous improvement efforts for recruitment and onboarding processes and help implement process efficiencies and system enhancements.
  • Assist with other duties and projects assigned by the HR Manager, Talent Acquisition Manager, or senior management.
Desired Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Business Management or Administration, with a concentration in Human Resources Management or a related program.
  • General human resources, internship, or administrative assistant experience.

About the company

Building & Earth is a geotechnical engineering, construction-materials testing, and inspection firm. Engineers, geologists, technicians, drill crews, and inspectors support projects in the field and laboratory. It investigates sites, evaluates soil and foundations, tests construction materials, and performs special inspections and environmental services. The scope is Building & Earth Sciences and its technical service network. Roles include engineering, field testing, laboratory work, drilling, project management, safety, and administration. Its workforce connects frontline delivery with the specialist, operational, technical, and business teams that support the organization.

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Headquarters

Birmingham, Alabama

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • Huntsville's new 8,000-square-foot office opened February 26, 2025, expanding lab capacity.
  • The company keeps winning work, including Paddy's Run Flood Pump Station Phase II.
  • Repeated ENR Top 500 recognition and UAB Fast 40 validate growth momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Terracon and Intertek-PSI dwarf Building & Earth, compressing pricing on repeatable testing.
  • ENR shows only $51.4 million revenue, limiting resilience against project delays.
  • Any major safety or test-failure lawsuit could destroy trust in contractor relationships.

What makes Building & Earth unique

  • Building & Earth offers geotechnical engineering, CMT, environmental consulting, and special inspections.
  • It operates in 35 states from 16 cities, giving regional coverage.
  • ENR ranked Building & Earth 405th in 2026, up from 449th.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Work Hours