Construction Recruiter – Permanent Placements

Construction Recruiter – Permanent Placements

Location: Green Key Resources – Hybrid/Remote (EST/CST required)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

Green Key Resources is a nationally recognized recruitment firm connecting top talent with leading construction organizations nationwide. Our Construction division specializes in permanent placements across construction management, supporting general contractors, developers, and specialty contractors in building strong leadership teams and ensuring long‑term project success.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and driven Construction Recruiter to join our growing Construction division. This role focuses on recruiting permanent hires for key construction management positions — including Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, Construction Engineers, and operational leadership roles .

You will operate as a true full‑desk recruiter: driving business development , managing client relationships, and delivering high‑quality talent through the full recruitment lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both opening new business and fulfilling high‑impact construction requisitions .

Commonly Recruited Roles

• Project Manager
• Superintendent
• Estimator
• Assistant Project Manager
• Construction Engineer
• Project Executive
• Operations Manager
• Scheduler / Project Controls
• Preconstruction roles

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and place construction management professionals in permanent roles across commercial, residential, industrial, and specialty project sectors.
• Develop and strengthen client partnerships with general contractors, developers, construction management firms, and specialty subcontractors.
• Conduct targeted headhunting outreach to passive construction talent across multiple project types and regional markets.
• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle : sourcing, screening, candidate presentation, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Advise clients on market trends, salary benchmarks, project demands, and competitive hiring strategies .
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of construction management talent .
• Drive revenue through successful placements and strategic business development.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of recruiting and/or business development experience (construction recruiting strongly preferred).
• Proven success in permanent placements within construction management roles.
• Strong understanding of construction workflows, project phases, and field/office management structures .
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions, clients, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience with ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and sourcing tools preferred.

Why Join Green Key Resources?

• Entrepreneurial environment with autonomy to grow your own book of business .
• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission potential .
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k) eligibility after one year.
• Collaborative, high‑performing team with opportunities for career growth and leadership .