Construction Recruiter

Senior Construction RecruiterStrittmatter Companies is a well-established and growing excavation, demolition, and trucking contractor delivering responsive, high-quality sitework solutions across the Metropolitan D.C. area. Since 1978, we are seeking a driven and relationship-focused Senior Construction Recruiter to manage the full-cycle recruiting process while serving as a trusted advisor to both hiring managers and employees. This role goes beyond filling positions; you will play a critical part in shaping the candidate experience, strengthening our workforce, and supporting new hires throughout their journey with the company. This is a full time role, in-office 5 days a week in Manassas Park, VA.Position Overview:The Senior Construction Recruiter is responsible for full life cycle recruitment, from job requisition creation through onboarding and post-hire engagement. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop strategic hiring plans, and deliver top talent across a variety of construction and corporate roles. This individual will also act as an advocate for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company and maintaining engagement beyond the hiring process while providing leadership and direction to the recruiting function.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the full-cycle recruitment process for construction professionals, including CDL drivers, heavy equipment operators, foremen, laborers, mechanics, project management, and other skilled trades.Partner with operations leaders, project managers, and department heads to anticipate workforce needs and develop strategic hiring plans that support project timelines and business growth.Develop compelling job advertisements, job descriptions, and sourcing strategies to attract qualified construction and transportation professionals in a highly competitive labor market.Actively source passive candidates through networking, referrals, industry associations, trade schools, CDL schools, career fairs, social media, and online recruiting platforms.Screen resumes, conduct phone and in-person interviews, verify qualifications, and evaluate candidates based on technical skills, certifications, safety record, and cultural fit.Coordinate and manage the interview, selection, offer, and onboarding process to ensure an efficient and positive candidate experience.Collaborate with hiring managers to develop competitive compensation recommendations and hiring strategies.Build and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume and hard-to-fill positions, ensuring qualified candidates are readily available to meet operational demands.Track recruiting metrics, labor market trends, and competitor hiring practices to continuously improve recruiting effectiveness.Support onboarding and orientation to ensure new hires successfully transition into the organization and remain engaged throughout their employment.Ensure all recruiting activities comply with federal, state, local employment laws, DOT regulations, and company policies.Represent Strittmatter Companies at trade schools, CDL academies, military recruiting events, career fairs, and community workforce development initiatives.Leadership & Team ManagementLead, coach, and develop the recruiting team to achieve hiring goals and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.Establish individual and team performance expectations, monitor recruiting metrics, and provide regular feedback and coaching.Conduct one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and professional development planning for recruiting staff.Assign and prioritize recruiting workloads to ensure timely and effective hiring across all business units.Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence.Train recruiters and hiring managers on recruiting best practices, interviewing techniques, employment compliance, and candidate experience standards.Partner with HR leadership to develop workforce planning strategies, succession planning initiatives, and long-term talent acquisition goals.Analyze recruiting metrics and trends to identify opportunities for process improvements, increased efficiency, and enhanced hiring outcomes.QualificationsProven ability to develop and execute recruiting strategies across multiple roles.Demonstrated leadership experience managing, mentoring, or developing recruiting professionals or HR team members.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage competing priorities.Knowledge of employment laws, hiring practices, and compliance requirements.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS).Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent work experience required.Minimum of 5 years of full-cycle construction recruiting experience preferred.Previous experience leading or supervising a recruiting or talent acquisition team preferred.Experience recruiting within the construction industry (operators, CDL drivers, laborers, foremen, mechanics, and related skilled trades) strongly preferred.Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.