Recruiter

About the role

We are currently seeking a Recruiter with proven experience in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry to join our Talent Acquisition team, with a primary focus on construction project management hiring.

Essential Functions

• Own the complete recruiting lifecycle for construction project management and AEC roles, from sourcing through offer acceptance, including screening, interviewing coordination, candidate counseling, offer negotiation, and promoting JLL's employer value proposition

• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified AEC professionals through proactive sourcing, networking, employee referrals, industry events, and online channels

• Cultivate relationships with architecture and engineering schools, construction management programs, veteran transition organizations, industry associations (AGC, CMAA, AIA, etc.), and other key talent sources

• Leverage deep knowledge of the construction project management talent market to identify passive candidates and build warm talent benches

• Partner closely with HR Business Partners and hiring managers to understand current and future hiring needs, clarify role specifications, and refine job descriptions for optimal candidate attraction

• Serve as a trusted advisor on market trends, compensation benchmarking, and talent availability within the AEC sector

• Establish key performance metrics and deliver regular reporting and analysis on recruiting effectiveness, time-to-fill, source of hire, and pipeline health

• Provide monthly recruiting dashboards for internal stakeholders and external client reporting

• Collaborate with the Director of Talent Acquisition to develop and implement recruitment best practices

• Participate in firm-wide recruiting initiatives and contribute to innovation in talent acquisition processes

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field; OR minimum 5 years of demonstrated recruitment success3+ years of recruiting experience specifically within the AEC industry, with a strong emphasis on construction project management roles

• Proven experience recruiting across project management levels (Project Coordinators, Project Managers, Senior PMs, Program Managers, Directors of Construction)

• Track record of success in high-volume, fast-paced recruitment environments

• Strongly Preferred: Search firm or agency recruiting experience within AEC/construction sectors

• Experience with Workday Applicant Tracking System (highly valued)

• Background recruiting for facility management, industrial, or skilled trades positions

• Understanding of construction methodologies, project delivery methods, and relevant certifications (PMP, LEED, CCM)

• Knowledge of industry-specific qualifications, certifications, and experience requirements

Relationship Building

• Exceptional ability to establish credibility and build relationships at all organizational levels, from field personnel to C-suite executives

• Strong consultative approach with hiring managers and candidates alike

Core Competencies

• Team-oriented collaborator who thrives both independently and in partnership with others

• Skilled at managing competing priorities and multiple requisitions simultaneously

• Results-driven with demonstrated ability to meet and exceed hiring goals

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influence skills

• Data-literate with ability to translate metrics into actionable insights