Recruiting Assistant

Recruiting Assistant - Independent Contractor (Ukraine) Location: Ukraine, Remote Industry: Mission-Critical Facilities, Data Centers Engagement Type : Independent Contractor Agreement for Provision of Services (long-term) Ehvert Mission Critical , a business unit within Salas O’Brien , is seeking an experienced Recruiting Assistant for a long-term independent contractor basis . This is an ongoing contractual engagement with a US-based company and is not limited to a single project . The role involves continuous collaboration across multiple mission-critical projects, based on business needs. You will provide services as an independent, self-employed professional under a formal independent contractor agreement . How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume in English detailing their relevant experience. Role Summary: The Recruiting Assistant as an independent contractor plays a key role in supporting talent acquisition efforts for Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien, specializing in the engineering and construction management of large-scale hyperscale and AI data centers. In this role, you will help source and secure top technical talent needed to support our high-visibility projects for global technology leaders such as Microsoft, Uber, Oracle, and Amazon. Working closely with management, the Recruiting Assistant supports the full-cycle recruitment process-from identifying hiring needs and sourcing candidates, to screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers. This role is responsible for building strong talent pipelines for engineering, design, construction, and VDC-related roles that support data centers often exceeding 100 MW and scaling up to 500 MW per site. You will be involved in posting job openings, evaluating applicants, conducting phone screenings and preliminary interviews, preparing communication materials, evaluating sourcing channels, and providing daily progress reports. The role also includes supporting various HR tasks and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the process. To succeed in this fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, the ideal candidate must excel at multitasking, managing confidential information with discretion, and communicating clearly in English. Strong knowledge of sourcing techniques, experience reviewing large volumes of resumes, and familiarity with tools such as ATS systems, LinkedIn, and Microsoft Office are essential. Experience recruiting in the US or Canada is a strong asset. What We Offer Experience in a high-tech industry completing work for an international company. Engaging positions on unique, cutting-edge data center projects Comprehensive training and a dream team Supportive dynamic environment Competitive hourly rate Ability to collaborate remotely Working hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00 — 21:00 (can be slightly adjusted). Equipment for work (Starlink terminal, EcoFlow power station, other). Regular bonuses and other benefits. Transparent payment system. Responsibilities: Source and recruit candidates, including passive candidates for major projects in various countries Develop, update, and post job openings on appropriate platforms and job sites Screen candidates by reviewing resumes and applications to evaluate if they meet position requirements Perform preliminary screening interviews Follow up with candidates during the recruitment process Select the best candidates and assist the HR Manager/Recruiter in conducting video interviews and sorting through applicants Draft communication materials, such as emails, messages to candidates, and offer and rejection letters Evaluate which sources bring the best candidates Assist the HR Manager in various HR duties Provide reports to the HR Manager on a daily basis for completed or in-progress tasks Requirements: Excellent (C1) written and verbal English skills Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position Proficiency in using LinkedIn to search for candidates Knowledge of different candidate search methods and tools Ability to scan large volumes of resumes Experience conducting various types of interviews Recruiting experience in Asia, Ukraine and EU is an asset Experience with HR tools such as ATS is an asset Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams etc.) Strong interpersonal, time management, and communication skills with the ability to multi-task Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Responsible and trustworthy with confidential information Attention to detail and problem-solving skills Why Us? Perform on high-profile, hyperscale, and AI data center projects in a rapidly expanding industry Collaborate with leading professionals and global clients such as Microsoft, Oracle, Uber, and Amazon Competitive terms of the contract Dynamic environment fostering creativity through exposure to advanced technologies such as BIM, VDC, digital twins, and augmented reality Collaborate with Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien , and help us achieve our international engineering goals! Ehvert Mission Critical specializes in the design and construction management of data centers. We are a business unit within Salas O’Brien - a 4,000-person engineering and professional services firm, widely recognized for its extensive expertise and impressive project portfolio. With more than 10,000 projects annually and 100 offices across North America, Salas O'Brien is ranked #39 on Engineering News-Record ’s 2024 Top 500 Design Firms list. Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien, is an industry leader in data center facility engineering, specializing in hyperscale and AI data centers, designing massive data centers for global tech giants like Microsoft, Uber, Oracle, and Amazon. Our projects involve complex electrical, mechanical, automation, and security systems necessary to power, cool, and secure these high-demand facilities, often exceeding loads of 100 MW per facility and up to 500 MW per site. We are recognized for our advanced engineering and construction techniques, including Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), and augmented reality. We offer high competitive service fees to our independent contractors. This engagement is strictly as an independent contractor. You will not be eligible for any employee benefits, and we will not withhold taxes, provide insurance(s), or make contributions to social security/pensions on your behalf. You are responsible for complying with all tax and labor obligations in your country of residence. A formal independent contractor agreement will be required before work begins, governed by Texas, United States law. For more information, visit and