Senior Sourcing Specialist

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

. Identify, engage, and nurture relationships with high-caliber passive talent across Construction, Real Estate Development, and Architecture & Engineering .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Expertise in talent sourcing and full-cycle recruiting within Commercial Construction, Real Estate Development, and Architecture & Engineering, with a strong focus on candidate engagement and relationship management. Proficient in utilizing advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search logic and CRM systems, to build and maintain talent pools while ensuring a positive candidate experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Talent SourcingFull-Cycle RecruitingBoolean Search LogicCandidate Relationship ManagementCommercial Construction Knowledge

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Talent SourcingFull-Cycle RecruitingBoolean Search LogicCandidate Relationship ManagementCommercial Construction Lifecycle UnderstandingProject Delivery MethodsCandidate OutreachPipeline Metrics AnalysisInterview CoordinationTalent Pool Management

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsSelf-Starter MindsetRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

LinkedIn RecruiterWorkdayCRM SystemsAutomated Campaign SequencersAI-Assisted Recruitment Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human ResourcesBachelor’s Degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s Degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Industry Keywords

Commercial ConstructionReal Estate DevelopmentArchitecture and EngineeringDesign-BuildCM at RiskGeneral ContractingEmployee ReferralsTalent IntelligenceRegional Labor MarketsCompensation Benchmarks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, engage, and nurture relationships with high-caliber passive talent across Construction, Real Estate Development, and Architecture & Engineering
Source candidates for Field Operations, Project Management, and Design/Engineering roles
Mine social media, professional networking platforms, trade associations, and talent databases to uncover passive talent
Develop Boolean search strings, market-mapping techniques, and competitive talent intelligence
Build, categorize, and nurture talent pools within the CRM and ATS (Workday)
Monitor industry hiring trends, competitor organizational structures, regional labor markets, and compensation benchmarks
Craft personalized candidate outreach communications representing Ryan’s culture, integrated project delivery model, and value proposition
Conduct initial discovery calls and phone screenings
Maintain relationships with prospective candidates through regular touchpoints
Ensure an exceptional, transparent, and respectful candidate experience
Partner with Talent Acquisition Managers, Recruiters, and regional Construction/A+E Leaders on job profiles, pipeline metrics, and sourcing strategies
Engage internal construction teams, project sites, and design studios to generate employee referrals
Coordinate introductions and interview scheduling among prospects, recruiters, and hiring managers
Maintain candidate tracking records in Workday/CRM and report on sourcing volume, conversion rates, and pipeline health

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 6+ years of dedicated talent sourcing or full-cycle recruiting experience
Proven experience identifying and engaging talent within Commercial Construction, Real Estate Development, or Architecture and Engineering (A+E)
Demonstrated mastery of LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search logic, candidate relationship management systems (CRM), and enterprise Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Workday)
Working understanding of commercial construction lifecycles, project delivery methods (Design-Build, CM at Risk, General Contracting), and key operational roles (Superintendent, Project Manager, Estimator, Architect, MEP Engineer)
Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities with demonstrated success in crafting customized, high-conversion candidate outreach
Self-starter mindset with strong organizational habits, capable of prioritizing multiple urgent searches across diverse geographic regions
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Construction Management, or equivalent practical experience
Prior experience sourcing for large national general contractors, design-build firms, or multidisciplinary real estate development organizations
Familiarity with campus/early-career pipeline initiatives and regional staffing recovery strategies
Experience utilizing candidate outreach tools, automated campaign sequencers, or AI-assisted recruitment platforms
Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Retirement and Savings Benefits
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Educational Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Pet insurance
Charitable Donation Matching
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)