This role is for a proactive, relationship-driven Construction Recruiter to support talent acquisition efforts in Dublin, Ireland, and across designated markets of Germany and the Netherlands. The individual will identify, attract, assess, and hire high-quality construction professionals to support business growth and project delivery. The ideal candidate combines construction industry knowledge with strong recruiting and sourcing capabilities, understanding the competitive construction talent market and how to engage passive candidates.
Responsibilities
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from intake meetings and sourcing through interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination
Recruit for construction and construction-related positions, including project managers, site managers, quantity surveyors, estimators, engineers, project directors, and other technical and operational professionals
Partner with hiring managers to understand project requirements, workforce plans, technical qualifications, and business priorities
Develop targeted recruiting strategies based on role complexity, talent availability, market conditions, and hiring timelines
Maintain consistent communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process
Proactively identify and engage qualified candidates through LinkedIn, professional networks, referrals, industry associations, job boards, and other sourcing channels
Develop and maintain talent pipelines for current and anticipated construction hiring needs
Map the local construction market to identify target employers, relevant talent pools, and potential candidates
Build relationships with passive candidates, maintaining ongoing engagement with high-potential talent
Partner with fellow recruiters and sourcers to share qualified candidates, market intelligence, and sourcing strategies across the organization
Evaluate recruiting channels and sourcing effectiveness to improve candidate quality and hiring outcomes
Conduct structured intake meetings to establish clear role requirements, candidate profiles, compensation expectations, and recruitment timelines
Provide hiring managers with regular updates on candidate pipelines, market availability, compensation trends, and potential recruiting challenges
Advise stakeholders on candidate availability, competitive positioning, and realistic hiring expectations
Challenge assumptions constructively and recommend alternative approaches when recruiting strategies are not producing the desired results
Represent the organization professionally throughout the candidate journey
Deliver timely, transparent communication and ensure candidates understand the opportunity, expectations, and next steps
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Develop compelling candidate presentations that communicate the organization's culture, projects, career opportunities, and value proposition
Maintain strong relationships with candidates who may be suitable for future opportunities
Support referral initiatives and other activities that strengthen the organization's ability to attract construction talent
Maintain accurate candidate, requisition, interview, and disposition information within the applicant tracking system
Monitor recruiting metrics, including time to fill, pipeline activity, interview conversion, offer acceptance, and candidate experience
Maintain disciplined follow-up with candidates and hiring managers to minimize delays and improve hiring outcomes
Ensure recruitment activities comply with applicable Irish employment legislation, GDPR, data protection requirements, and organizational policies
Contribute to continuous improvement in recruiting processes, technology adoption, reporting, and team collaboration
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered
Three or more years of full-cycle recruitment experience, preferably within construction, engineering, infrastructure, property development, or a related technical industry
Demonstrated experience recruiting construction professionals in Ireland or the broader European market
Strong understanding of construction roles, project delivery environments, and the skills required across project management, engineering, commercial, and site operations
Proven ability to source and engage passive candidates in competitive talent markets
Experience using applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing and recruitment technologies
Strong stakeholder management, influencing, communication, and relationship-building skills
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities
Familiarity with Irish employment practices, GDPR, and relevant recruitment compliance requirements
Professional fluency in English
About the Company
Structure Tone, part of the STO Building Group, provides a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. The STO Building Group family of companies includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland.
The STO Building Group, comprised of Structure Tone, LF Driscoll, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Northeast, Pavarini McGovern, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction Company, and Layton Construction, includes over 3,300 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland..
