Full Desk Recruiter - Architecture, Engineering, & Construction

Job Title: Full Desk Recruiter – Architecture, Engineering, & Construction (Permanent Placements)

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

Employment Type: Full-Time

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About Us

Green Key Resources is a nationally recognized recruitment firm partnering with leading Architecture & Design organizations nationwide. Our Architecture & Design division focuses exclusively on permanent placements across project sectors including Healthcare, Science & Technology, Commercial, Multifamily, Education, Transportation, and Federal Government. We support firms in building high-performing project teams and long-term leadership pipelines

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Headhunter specializing in Architecture & Design to join our growing team. This role centers on identifying, attracting, and retaining top architectural and design talent for firms delivering complex, sector-specific projects.

You will operate as a true market expert—cultivating deep client relationships, advising on hiring strategy, and recruiting professionals across all levels, from emerging designers to studio leadership.

Commonly Recruited Roles:

• Project Architect
• Project Manager
• Interior Designer
• Principal / Studio Director
• Senior Designer
• Architectural Designer
• Interior Project Designer

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit top architectural and design talent for permanent roles across multiple project sectors.
• Develop and strengthen client partnerships with architecture firms, design studios, developers, and multidisciplinary practices.
• Conduct targeted headhunting outreach to passive candidates within Healthcare, S&T, Commercial, Multifamily, Education, Transportation, and Federal project markets.
• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, screening, candidate presentation, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Advise clients on market trends, compensation benchmarks, licensure requirements, and competitive hiring strategies.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of sector-specific architectural talent.
• Drive revenue through successful placements and strategic business development.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of recruiting or headhunting experience, ideally within architecture, engineering, interiors, or technical recruiting.
• Proven success in permanent placements and/or 360 recruitment.
• Strong understanding of architectural project roles and workflows across multiple building sectors.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple searches and client priorities 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.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k) eligibility after one year. xhyhwjd
• Collaborative, high-performing team with opportunities for advancement and leadership.