Sr ConstructionSkilled Trades Recruiter

Cannonball Recruiting LLC; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency seeks an Experienced Construction Recruiter to identify and hire top talent in the construction industry. Candidates should have 2-3+ years of recruiting experience specifically in construction or skilled trades. The role involves full-cycle recruiting and requires strong communication and negotiation skills. This position is located in Phoenix, AZ, with remote options considered for suitable candidates. A focus on building relationships in the industry is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of recruiting experience required in construction, skilled trades, or industrial/manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of construction environments is needed.
• Experience recruiting for both field and office-based construction positions is highly preferred.
• Comfortable managing multiple open positions and working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Proficiency with ATS/CRM systems, job boards, LinkedIn, and Boolean search techniques.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• High level of professionalism, urgency, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Identify, attract, and hire top talent across the construction industry.
• Manage multiple open positions in a fast-paced environment.
• Build rapport with tradespeople and leadership.
• Client / Hiring Manager Partnership.
• Compliance & Documentation.
• Performance & Metrics.

Skills

Recruiting experience in construction

Understanding of construction roles

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proficient with ATS/CRM systems

Boolean search

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Attention to detail

Tools

ATS/CRM systems

LinkedIn

Boolean search

Job description

Job Title

Sr. Construction/Skilled Trades Recruiter

Location

• Phoenix, AZ or surrounding areas preferred.
• Remote candidates can be considered based on their experience level.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Compensation

Negotiable based on experience

Position Summary

• We are seeking an Experienced Construction Recruiter to identify, attract, and hire top talent across the construction industry, including field trades, foremen, superintendents, project management, and office support roles. The ideal candidate understands construction environments, can speak the language of both the field and the office, and knows how to move candidates quickly from first contact to successful placement.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of recruiting experience, required experience in construction, skilled trades, or industrial/manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of construction roles, jobsite conditions, and typical project structures.
• Experience recruiting for both field and office-based construction positions is highly preferred.
• Comfortable managing multiple open positions and working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Proficiency with ATS/CRM systems, job boards, LinkedIn, and Boolean search techniques.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• High level of professionalism, urgency, and attention to detail.

Key Competencies

• Knowledge of construction trades, certifications, and safety expectations.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills for both technical ability and reliability.
• Ability to build rapport with both blue-collar tradespeople and leadership.
• Results-driven, with the ability to prioritize and manage changing demands.
• Problem-solver who can creatively source in tight labor markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruiting
• Sourcing & Talent Pipeline
• Candidate Management
• Client / Hiring Manager Partnership
• Compliance & Documentation
• Performance & Metrics

EEO Statement

Cannonball Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable laws.