Principal Recruiter

POSITION OVERVIEW

Green Key Resources is looking for a Principal Recruiter to join our Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) recruiting division. This remote role offers the chance to connect top-tier talent with leading opportunities in the commercial construction sector. As part of a collaborative and innovative team, you will leverage your recruitment expertise to drive impactful hiring solutions. The ideal candidate is proactive, results-driven, and passionate about building meaningful professional relationships. Green Key Resources provides robust tools, training, and a supportive environment to ensure your success and career growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct full-cycle recruiting for commercial construction roles, ensuring alignment with client needs and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain a network of professionals, including Superintendents, Project Managers, and Estimators.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools to identify and engage qualified candidates.
• Analyze resumes to match specialized skills with client requirements in the AEC sector.
• Implement innovative strategies to attract active and passive candidates effectively.
• Collaborate with team leaders to assess hiring needs and develop strategic recruitment plans.
• Stay informed about industry trends to enhance recruitment strategies and candidate engagement.
• Collect and analyze recruitment data to optimize processes and improve outcomes.
• Provide exceptional service to clients and candidates, fostering long-term professional relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in commercial construction; 5 years preferred.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools effectively.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction roles and industry practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with clients and candidates.
• 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