Recruiter

About the Role

In this role, you will take full ownership of the recruiting process, working closely with engineering leadership to identify and attract top civil engineering talent within a specific territory or sector. You will develop strategic sourcing and hiring plans to fill key roles such as structural engineers, project managers, CAD technicians, and field engineers. By leveraging industry knowledge and strong relationships within the AEC community, you will proactively source candidates, support geographic expansion efforts, and build a robust talent pipeline aligned with upcoming projects. You’ll also conduct thorough candidate assessments, recommend recruiting strategies, and provide guidance to engineering managers to ensure effective and consistent hiring decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle recruiting process in collaboration with engineering leadership, managing requisitions from intake through offer within an assigned territory or sector.
• Partner with engineering leaders and hiring managers to understand detailed hiring needs and develop sourcing and recruitment plans that attract top civil engineering professionals.
• Source and engage both active and passive candidates by leveraging industry-specific sourcing techniques, networking, and building strong relationships within the AEC community.
• Utilize recruiting platforms and tools such as UKG, Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing technologies to identify, engage, and manage top talent.
• Support expansion efforts by promoting open roles and building robust talent pipelines that align with future demands.
• Conduct thorough interviews evaluating candidates’ technical skills, project experience (including site design, roadway design, drainage, permitting), and cultural fit with the company and specific teams.
• Recommend and implement innovative recruiting strategies tailored to civil engineering roles, contributing to company growth and continuous improvement of hiring processes.
• Develop and advise on recruitment plans, including deliverables, timelines, and tracking systems to ensure efficient and successful hires across multiple active requisitions.
• Provide training and guidance to engineering managers on interview techniques, candidate assessment, and talent selection to promote consistency and quality in hiring decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Business, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources or related majors).
• 2+ years of high-volume recruiting experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions with varying requirements and hiring timelines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel and work outside of office hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of project management experience.
• Experience in recruiting civil engineering talent.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

About the Company

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition, and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! Our employee-owners take pride in their work and workplace, guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and a shared vision of success. We offer:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace.
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry.
• Flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach.
• A culture that champions continuous learning and personal growth.
• A belief that success comes through constant evolution and communication.
• A passion for having fun and making money, all while creating impact.