Director of Recruiting

RG Vanderweil.com•Boston, MA

22h•$150,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP, power, sustainability and technology services. For over 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors, including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project. We prioritize our team members’ professional development and physical and behavioral health. We operate on a hybrid work schedule with 3 days per week of in-person work, with the goal of providing both flexibility and in person exposure to industry experts. We seek a Director of Recruiting to lead Vanderweil’s overall recruiting efforts, including management of our internal recruiting team, while specializing in sourcing and placing top talent for strategic technical, management and leadership roles across the firm. The ideal candidate will bring relevant industry knowledge and a strong industry network within the MEP/FP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection) engineering industry, along with significant recruiting and management experience. This position reports to the CFO and will include regular interaction with senior leadership of the firm.

Requirements

12+ years of recruiting experience in the MEP/FP or AEC industry, with an understanding of engineering roles and technical requirements.
Minimum of 5 years in leadership and/or management.
Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing senior-level talent in competitive markets.
Extensive network with growth potential.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Strong decision making, problem solving and strategic thinking ability.
High energy and passion with a results driven mindset.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for specialized hands-on recruiting of senior technical engineers, senior project managers, group leaders and department heads in the MEP/FP industry.
Partner with senior management to assess hiring needs, define role requirements, and develop targeted job descriptions and hiring strategies.
Source exceptional candidates through multiple channels, including direct outreach, job boards, social media, industry events, employee referrals, and networking.
Direct the recruiting function including management and development of members of our high performing corporate recruitment staff.
As needed, manage external recruiting firms’ efforts
Screen, interview, and evaluate candidates, providing detailed assessments to hiring managers and senior management.
Build and maintain a pipeline of top tier talent for current and future hiring needs.
Serve as a brand ambassador, promoting Vanderweil’s values and culture with professionalism.