DFC-LMA Architecture builds the exact team it needs — fast
SUCCESS STORY
To help everyday people build their dream homes, DFC-LMA Architecture used LinkedIn Jobs to quickly hire seasoned and tech-savvy talent who could work remotely and communicate effectively with customers.
72 hours
Time to complete the entire hiring process
70%
Reduction in unqualified applicants
WHAT MAKES DFC-LMA ARCHITECTURE UNIQUE
Old structures, new approaches
“We’re a team of three with a shared passion for renovating historic properties. As we serve the construction needs of Virginia’s fastest-growing region, we blend old design with new innovations to create functional spaces that accommodate modern lifestyles.”
Leesa Mayfield
Co-Founder, DFC-LMA Architecture
THE CHALLENGE
Finding qualified people in a tapped-out market
Despite the pandemic, demand in the construction sector rose sharply. DFC-LMA Architecture co-founder Leesa Mayfield needed to expand her three-person team fast, but she felt that temp agencies and local architecture hiring platforms couldn’t deliver candidates who met her technical and degree criteria. Mayfield also didn’t want to waste time navigating different services to promote her open role.
THE SOLUTION
Specific requirements that attract better candidates
Mayfield followed her colleague’s advice and turned to LinkedIn for its vast network of relevant professionals, leveraging LinkedIn Jobs as a cost-effective way to not only post her open role but also narrow down the applicants. By adding a screening question about specific drafting software that DFC-LMA Architecture uses, Mayfield was immediately able to filter out candidates who lacked the technical skills for the role. Also, Mayfield added a degree requirement to short-list the more experienced candidates. As a final requirement, Mayfield asked if candidates were willing to visit the office when needed.
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THE RESULTS
Significantly faster hiring
DFC-LMA Architecture began and completed the entire hiring process within 72 hours.
More qualified candidates
LinkedIn Jobs helped DFC-LMA Architecture filter out 70% of applicants with screening questions to find the most qualified candidates.
Higher engagement
By automatically dismissing unqualified applications, DFC-LMA Architecture reached out only to candidates most likely to move the hiring conversation forward.
I thought it would take me an hour a day, for weeks, to make a hire. I did it in a fraction of the time. LinkedIn not only found candidates but also helped me narrow down my list.”
Leesa Mayfield
Co-Founder, DFC-LMA Architecture
ABOUT DFC-LMA ARCHITECTURE
DFC-LMA Architecture is a full-service design firm specializing in home renovations, additions, new construction, and consulting services to a variety of clients including developers, builders, and private owners. Headquartered in Virginia, DFC-LMA Architecture seeks to help clients live more efficiently and happily in their homes. The firm also partners with Habitat for Humanity and offers educational workshops with schoolchildren.
INDUSTRY
Construction
NO. OF EMPLOYEES
3
HEADQUARTERS
Winchester, Virginia, USA
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