Senior AEC Hiring Strategist - DesignForce : Job Details

Senior AEC Hiring Strategist

Are you a strategic recruiting leader with a passion for elevating organizations—and the industry itself—through exceptional hiring?

DesignForce is seeking a Senior AEC Search Consultant to join our impact-driven team in Washington, DC. We're open to a fully remote leader for the right proven performer.

In this client-facing, full desk role, you'll support a national, diverse portfolio spanning Architecture, Interiors, Engineering, Real Estate, Construction and Consultants in the built work.

Our teams are guiding organizations and talent through some of the industry's most complex growth opportunities. We're not just putting butts in seats —we're shaping cultures, careers, and the future of our field, one meaningful placement at a time.

If you thrive on building relationships, solving organizational challenges, and believe the recruitment process should raise the bar for everyone involved, we'd love for you to help us make our industry a better place to work. Reach out if you're ready to make an impact.

Why DesignForce?

At DesignForce, our culture is all about fluency in connection—where sophisticated collaboration and genuine fun go hand in hand. We deliberately craft an environment of constructive exchange and growth, empowering our teams and clients alike. Here, ideas flow freely and success is a shared adventure, blending ambition with camaraderie. As part of our close-knit collective, you'll enjoy vibrant team-bonding rituals, hands-on community volunteering, and the daily rush of making a real difference, whether in our sleek, custom-designed office (complete with an espresso oasis) or beyond. We're seeking a sharp communicator who thrives in dynamic settings—someone driven, curious, and energized by purposeful collaboration.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and foster long-term relationships with professionals in the design and building industries, assisting them with their career development.
• Provide personalized career coaching sessions for professionals within the Architecture, Interiors, Engineering, Development and Construction fields.
• Partner strategically with organizational leaders and hiring managers to proactively assess talent needs, providing expert guidance to shape workforce planning and ensure alignment with both immediate and long-term business objectives.
• Facilitate high-level consultative engagements to translate complex organizational goals into actionable recruitment strategies, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor for client decision-makers in a dynamic and competitive market.
• Stay abreast of trends and changes in the AEC industry, providing valuable insights to both candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with the development and execution of workforce strategy initiatives, including 360-performance reviews, learning and development workshops, strategic planning, benefits benchmarking, and employee engagement surveys.
• Source talent and continue to build and enhance an active National network through various channels like LinkedIn, social media, and industry networking events. We are also candidly looking for someone who isn't afraid to pick up the phone and reach out to build relationships.
• Research and write industry-specific blog articles to promote DesignForce and personal brand.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Hold a BA or BS in Communications, Human Resources, Psychology, Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ professional years of experience, with a strong preference of 3+ years being focused in talent acquisition, recruiting, human resources, career coaching, organizational psychology, design or engineering consulting, or a related field.
• Display exemplary communication capabilities, effectively communicating verbally and through writing.
• Demonstrate strong ownership of your workload by proactively managing client and internal team relationships, independently establishing realistic deadlines, and consistently delivering results that meet or exceed the highest standards of excellence.
• Be able to pivot quickly and adapt to change in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Love food. Seriously. We like to eat. (Specific knowledge about the DC food scene is a plus but not a requirement).

Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People by Providing the Following Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Voting & Wellness Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• On-Site Gym Membership
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Matching
• Quarterly Team Volunteering Outings
• Professional Development Support
• Weekly Catered Team Lunch

Equal Opportunity Employer

At DesignForce, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate, support, and thrive because of it. DesignForce is a proud equal-opportunity employer. Employment at DesignForce is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DesignForce does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.