Principal Recruiter

POSITION OVERVIEW

Green Key Resources is looking for a Principal Recruiter to join our dynamic Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) recruiting division. This role focuses on connecting top talent with opportunities in commercial construction, leveraging industry expertise and innovative recruiting strategies. The ideal candidate is financially motivated, experienced in recruitment, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment. Green Key Resources is committed to fostering professional growth and providing cutting-edge tools and resources to ensure success in this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct full lifecycle recruiting for permanent commercial construction professionals, ensuring alignment with client needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with candidates at all career stages, including Superintendents, Construction PMs, and Estimators.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools to build a robust network of qualified candidates.
• Analyze resumes to identify specialized skills and qualifications relevant to the AEC industry.
• Implement creative strategies to recruit both active and passive candidates effectively.
• Collect and evaluate data to optimize hiring processes and improve recruitment outcomes.
• Collaborate with team leaders to assess hiring needs and develop strategic recruitment plans.
• Stay updated on industry trends to enhance recruitment strategies and candidate engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in commercial construction; 5 years preferred.
• Proficiency in utilizing applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools effectively.
• Strong knowledge of the commercial construction industry and relevant roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for candidate and client interactions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented work environment.
• Demonstrated drive to learn and grow within a collaborative team setting.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Excellent compensation packages with an aggressive commission structure
• Training and mentorship opportunities for continued growth
• Professional recruiting environment with the opportunity for advancement
• Access to a research team, ability to cross-sell with existing and rapidly growing clients
• Company-funded technology to assist in sourcing, client management, and tracking
• Employee referral program
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and 401k
• Paid time off: vacation, holiday, and sick time
• Holiday party, happy hours, team outings, summer half-day Fridays, and more!
• Opportunities for commission-based compensation between $50,000-$500,000

COMPANY OVERVIEW

• In the early 2000s, Green Key founders were searching for a way to satisfy their entrepreneurial spirits and began their recruitment careers. While recruiting offered a creative outlet for their career ambitions, they still felt like something was missing. In an industry all about people, where was the connection?
• They decided to come together and do things a little differently, building a recruiting firm made up of energetic, empathic people who invest in relationships to help people grow their careers and staff.
• With the human-first mentality, Green Key Resources has grown fast – attracting first-class people to the firm and expanding into new industries and territories, with offices spread across the US. Green Key's foundation in human connection and forward-thinking tech integrations allow us to be the best partner for your job search and staffing needs.

WHY GREEN KEY?

• Entrepreneurial work environment with thoughtful leadership which strives to cultivate a culture of employee empowerment and autonomy
• Aggressive and lucrative commission structure: constant inflow of jobs from legacy accounts, and agile culture where you're not restricted to niche markets
• We have been named among Forbes' Best Professional Recruiting Firms and Best Temporary Staffing Firms, as well as Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Companies, Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, Crain’s NY Top Recruiting Firms, and the list keeps going