Recruitment Consultant Construction Industry Specialist

Lock Search Group; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A national executive search firm is seeking a Recruitment Consultant in Toronto to expand its Ontario construction practice. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in construction recruitment, strong sales acumen, and an established network in the Ontario construction sector. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $175,000 plus commission in the first year, with potential earnings increasing in subsequent years. The firm values entrepreneurial spirit and results-oriented professionals looking to grow their career.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Performance-based rewards

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in construction or construction-focused recruitment.
• Experience with mid to large construction organizations.
• Commercial-level experience in management or director role.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a construction-focused recruitment practice in Ontario.
• Recruit and place leadership roles in construction.
• Manage full-cycle executive search and recruitment engagements.

Skills

Construction recruitment experience

Sales and business development

Network in Ontario construction

Results-oriented approach

Job description

Overview

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid) Practice: Ontario Industrial Practice – Construction Specialist

About Lock Search Group Lock Search Group is a leading North American executive search and recruitment firm with 40+ years of experience placing senior leaders and technical professionals across Canada and the U.S. With six offices nationwide and an expanding U.S. footprint, we partner with high-performing organizations to solve complex talent challenges through a consultative, performance-driven approach.

The Opportunity

As part of our Ontario growth strategy, we are expanding our Industrial Practice with a dedicated focus on the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to lead construction-focused recruitment and build a dedicated construction desk targeting mid-to-large contractors in:

• Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional (ICI)
• Infrastructure and Heavy Civil
• Industrial construction and large specialty trade contractors

You will drive profitable growth by partnering with construction firms to recruit professional, project leadership, and senior management roles. Consultants operate with autonomy, supported by a strong brand, tools, and resources, with success directly translating into business growth and financial rewards.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and grow a construction-focused recruitment practice in Ontario
• Develop trusted relationships with mid-sized, large, and national construction contractors
• Originate and manage search mandates, focusing on retained and exclusive searches
• Recruit and place leadership and professional roles, including:
  • C-Level, Executive, and General Management
  • Project Managers & Senior Project Managers
  • Superintendents & Construction Managers
  • Estimators & Pre-Construction Leaders
  • Safety, Operations, and Regional Leadership roles
• Strategically prospect new clients and leverage market intelligence
• Manage full-cycle executive search and recruitment engagements

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience & Background:

• 5–10+ years in construction or construction-focused recruitment
• Exposure to mid-sized to large construction organizations (ICI, infrastructure, industrial, civil)
• Manager, Director, or senior commercial-level experience
• Proven sales, business development, or revenue ownership track record
• Engineering, technical, or construction management background preferred

Capabilities & Traits

• Established Ontario construction network
• Consultative, credibility-driven approach with senior leaders
• Entrepreneurial, self-directed, and results-oriented
• Commercially astute; able to identify and capitalize on market demand

What This Role Is Not

• High-volume trades or labour staffing
• Recruiting for micro or owner-operator contractors
• Internal HR or project coordination

Compensation & Earnings Potential

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
• Year 1: $150,000–$175,000
• Year 2: $160,000–$210,000+
• Long-term upside with no income cap
• Performance-based rewards for high achievers

Why Lock Search Group

• Established national executive search firm with strong reputation
• Clear mandate and defined Ontario construction market opportunity
• Ability to own and grow a sector-focused desk
• High-quality clients and leadership-level search mandates
• Strong tools and infrastructure to support success
• Entrepreneurial culture with long-term career runway

Overall Opportunity: This is a rare opportunity for a construction-savvy professional or specialist recruiter to build a meaningful market presence, leverage existing relationships, and play a central role in the growth of Lock Search Group’s Ontario Industrial Practice.