Global Recruiters of Pikes Peak

𝑵𝒐𝒕 𝑨𝒕𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑻𝒐𝒑 𝑬𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒓𝒔? 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒃𝒚 𝑬𝒙𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑪𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 When it comes to recruiting top engineering talent, one of the most critical – yet often overlooked – factors is understanding your company’s culture. Engineers aren’t just looking for a job; they’re looking for a fit. The kind of place where they can grow their technical skills, take ownership of meaningful projects, and make decisions with independence. A workplace where their contributions feel purposeful and valued. As a recruiter, I’ve seen firsthand how aligning candidates with the right company culture leads to better hires and greater retention. Here's why: > Growth-Oriented Cultures Attract Lifelong Learners - Engineers thrive in environments that challenge them to expand their technical expertise. If your culture supports ongoing learning – through mentorship, training, or cutting-edge projects – highlight it! > Autonomy Inspires Innovation - Many engineers excel when given responsibility and the freedom to solve problems their way.  If your culture trusts individuals to make decisions, you’ll attract candidates who value independence and innovation. > Meaningful Work Fuels Engagement - Engineers want to see their work making an impact. Whether it’s advancing technology, improving sustainability, or solving big problems, a company culture with a clear sense of purpose will resonate with the right talent. > Competitive Compensation and Benefits Signal Value - While culture is crucial, competitive compensation and meaningful benefits show engineers that their skills and contributions are valued.  This goes beyond salary – think flexibility, health benefits, or unique perks that align with your culture. The key to hiring the "right" engineers goes beyond checking boxes on a resume. It’s about understanding what truly sets your company apart and identifying candidates who will thrive within your unique environment. As an engineer recruiting engineers, I’ve been on both sides of this equation. That’s why I make it a priority to delve deep into your company’s culture and always ask, “Why would I want to work here?”. Don’t overlook the importance of your company culture – because when the culture fits, so does the hire. #grnpikespeak #engineerrecruitingengineers #engineering

𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑷𝑬? 𝑫𝒐 𝑰𝒕! As a recruiter, I speak to numerous engineer candidates, and one question I hear often is: “Should I get my PE?” 𝒀𝒆𝒔, 𝒂𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒚! There are obvious professional reasons to pursue your PE license - such as ensuring public safety and gaining the legal authority to sign and seal engineering documents. These are fundamental aspects of our profession, and the PE reflects a commitment to both technical expertise and ethical responsibility. But for me, the decision to pursue my PE went beyond the professional. As an engineer who obtained my license 10 years after college, it was a deeply personal goal—one I worked hard to achieve. That sense of accomplishment alone made it worth it. Beyond personal satisfaction, the PE license has opened doors throughout my career that otherwise would have stayed firmly shut. While not all companies require a PE license, many career opportunities, especially those involving leadership, project ownership, or regulatory work simply aren’t available without it. 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘐 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘶𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦: * 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 – shows your commitment to professional and ethical standards, earning trust from employers, peers, and clients. * 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 – Many companies prioritize licensed engineers for leadership roles or specialized projects. * 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 – Whether you want to start your own consulting firm or take on independent projects, the PE is your ticket to independence. * 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – Beyond the professional perks, earning your PE is a milestone that speaks to your dedication and expertise. If you’re thinking about pursuing your PE, my advice is simple: 𝑫𝒐 𝒊𝒕. Even if it doesn’t feel immediately necessary in your current role, you’ll be glad you have it when opportunities arise later. Trust me—it’s a door-opener you’ll carry with you for life. What’s your take on the PE license? If you’re considering it or have already achieved it, I’d love to hear your story in the comments! #EngineerRecruitingEngineers #PELicense #Engineering

𝑯𝒆𝒚 𝑴𝒊𝒌𝒆, 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕? When asked to lead a 300-mile pipeline maintenance project after being off construction for over a decade, I knew it would push me outside my comfort zone. Originally scheduled for three months, the project’s scope quickly expanded to eight months, involving 80+ team members working 24/7 across challenging terrain. Navigating constant changes and a tough client, I leaned heavily on eight core leadership fundamentals that became essential to the project’s success: 1. 𝘛𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵 – Empowering the team to own their responsibilities. 2. 𝘈𝘥𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 – Pivoting with every new challenge and scope change. 3. 𝘈𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 – Owning all outcomes, successes, and setbacks. 4. 𝘏𝘶𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 – Recognizing when to lean on the team’s expertise. 5. 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 – Coordinating complex, 24/7 operations over hundreds of miles. 6. 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 – Keeping everyone aligned, especially with client resistance. 7. 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 – Staying motivated through long days and nights. 8. 𝘚𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘵𝘺 𝘍𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 – Achieving 230,000+ man-hours with zero incidents. The dedication, loyalty, and resilience of each team member were the driving forces behind our success. Together, we brought the project to completion, met high standards, and earned client satisfaction. This experience reinforced the power of stepping up, trusting the team, and recognizing that 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒍𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒂 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒎 𝒆𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕. #grnpikespeak #Leadership #Teamwork #Engineering