AEC Recruiter / Relationship Builder

Do you naturally build connections and thrive on relationships? Ayres is seeking an engaging and driven Recruiter/Relationship Builder to join our Human Resources team. In this role, your ability to connect with others and represent Ayres authentically will help bring our story to life, showcasing how our professional services deliver smart, creative solutions for clients and strengthen the communities we serve.

You will develop a strong understanding of our business, culture, and capabilities, using storytelling and relationship-building to align top talent with meaningful opportunities. Your success will be measured by the trust you build across the organization and your ability to collaborate on timely, effective recruiting strategies that support our business goals.

Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work. 

On any given day, you will:

• Foster an inclusive, professional, and welcoming experience for candidates and employees.
• Proactively identify and engage talent pool through existing connections and external platforms.
• Partner across divisions to support brand recognition initiatives and growth‑focused campaigns
• Co-manage the full-cycle recruiting process, including drafting job postings, reviewing applications and resumes, interviewing, evaluating candidates, completing documentation, and supporting onboarding.
• Conduct phone screens and assessment interviews and prepare employment offers.
• Support EEO compliance initiatives, guidelines, and goals.
• Serve as a liaison to employment agencies and external recruiters.
• Represent Ayres at universities, career fairs, and other recruiting events.
• Manage multiple projects, priorities and requisitions simultaneously with a strategic focus.
• Support initiatives that deliver a personalized, seamless candidate experience.

Required qualifications:

• 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate environment; recruiting in the AEC industry is desired.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and the MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requisitions across disciplines and locations while providing high-touch service to hiring managers.
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build and maintain trust-based relationships with candidates, colleagues, leaders, and HR partners.
• Willingness and ability to routinely travel.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Desired skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; PHR or SPHR certification is a plus.
• Confident, clear communicator with a calm, positive, and professional presence.
• Experience leveraging social media for recruiting and employer branding.
• Strong negotiation skills and satisfaction in closing offers.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and recruiting-related compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team: 

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

Please note, benefits vary depending on job status. To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website at https://www.ayresassociates.com/careers/the-ayres-advantage/

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer