Berkeleigh Cotten Email & Phone Number

• Manage the Talent Acquisition department at Valdes Architecture & Engineering, overseeing recruiting efforts for both office locations and seconded staffing.
• Implemented full use of ATS system, resulting in a more streamlined recruiting process and improved efficiency.
• Consistently source and hire top talent, contributing to the company's growth and success.

• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Designed and executed comprehensive recruiting strategies to attract top engineering talent, ensuring alignment with organizational growth goals.
• Candidate Sourcing: Utilized advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search, social media platforms, and industry-specific job boards, to identify and engage passive and active candidates.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnered with hiring managers and leadership to define job requirements, create accurate job descriptions, and maintain alignment throughout the hiring process.
• Interview & Selection: Conducted competency-based interviews, developed effective assessment tools, and provided strategic guidance to managers on candidate selection.
• Pipeline Management: Built and maintained a diverse talent pipeline, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality candidates for immediate and future hiring needs.
• Metrics & Reporting: Monitored recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, offer acceptance rates, and candidate satisfaction to identify areas for improvement and drive hiring efficiency.

Louisiana, United States

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Responsibilities include:Recruitment and placement of personnel onsite for clients. Lead generation and development utilizing multiple avenues - cold calling, vendor trade shows, reverse trade shows,& industry event attendanceDeveloping new and sustaining existing client relationshipsResearching, outlining, presenting and implementing new marketing.

Daily Job responsibilities include territory management, prospecting new opportunities and presenting Process, Maintenance, Engineering and Technical Solutions directly to Technical and Engineering Executives.Excel at problem solving and strategic solutions to exceed client expectations

Responsible for the management and supervision of 60+ craft employees. Conducted daily field safety audits of 500+ employees. Site Manager at Exxon Mobil Lubricants and Specialties PlantManager of 14 Staff and 100+ Craft employees responsible for operation and maintenance of clients’ facility. Responsible for daily client interface, personnel evaluations.

Manged daily activities of 5 supervisiors and 60+ craft employees on site at a Lube Oil bottling and warehouse facility. Interfaced daily with the client to continue moving toward their goals.

Responsible for multiple captial projects from conception through constrution to closeout. Assisted client with project scope development and cap/ex rulings. Interacted with design groups to ensure design met scope requirements, led review and approval meetings. Worked with planners and material coordinators for correct and timely material delivery..