AEC Recruiter / Relationship Builder

Ayres Associates • Tampa, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ayres is seeking an engaging and driven Recruiter/Relationship Builder to join their Human Resources team. This role focuses on building connections and relationships to represent Ayres authentically and share their story. The position involves understanding the business, culture, and capabilities to align top talent with opportunities. Success will be measured by the trust built and the ability to collaborate on effective recruiting strategies. Ayres is recognized as a USA TODAY Top Workplace for 2025 and 2026, emphasizing people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree