Construction Talent Acquisition Manager

The Optimal Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent property management firm based in Greater London seeks an experienced Construction Talent Acquisition Manager to enhance and maintain its subcontractor network. This individual will source and onboard subcontractors while ensuring compliance with industry standards and company values. Responsibilities include managing the recruitment process, vetting subcontractors, and building relationships. A competitive salary of £40,000 plus uncapped bonuses is offered in this fast-paced and outcome-focused environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with uncapped bonus scheme

20 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Private gym access

Career progression

Company events & incentives

Pension scheme

High-Performance, collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in recruitment, supply chain, or vendor management.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor management and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage recruitment pipelines and compliance records.

Responsibilities

• Source and onboard new subcontractors across various trades.
• Implement procedures for verifying subcontractor qualifications.
• Manage relationships and maintain compliance documentation.

Skills

Recruitment

Supply chain management

Vendor management

Communication

Organizational skills

Process-oriented

Tech-savvy

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Construction Talent Acquisition Manager

LOCATION:

SW8 4AL, London

TERMS:

Full-time, Permanent

SALARY:

£40,000 (Basic) + Uncapped Bonus

HOURS:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

WHO IS OPTIMAL?

Optimal Maintenance & Construction is a high-growth property maintenance and refurbishment company, delivering responsive and planned works to a range of clients including estate agents, housing associations, and private landlords. Our mission is to simplify property maintenance by combining operational excellence with first-class customer service.

We are a results-focused business, driven by excellence, innovation, and growth. If you are a motivated, commercially minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment then this is the place for you. We want high performers who want to be part of something big. If you thrive on ownership, speed, and results— we want to hear from you!

THE ROLE:

The Construction Talent Acquisition Manager plays a vital role in expanding and maintaining Optimal's network of subcontractors. This role is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and onboarding new subcontractors across various trades and services, ensuring they meet company standards, comply with regulatory requirements, and align with Optimal's values. The position requires a proactive and process-driven individual who can balance relationship building with rigorous vetting and compliance procedures.

This role directly impacts the efficiency, reliability, and profitability of Optimal's service delivery by ensuring we have a strong and compliant supply chain to support client projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Subcontractor Recruitment & Onboarding

• Source, identify, and approach new subcontractors across all relevant trades.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial contact through to signed agreements.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified subcontractors to meet current and future business demand.
• Coordinate interviews, reference checks, and technical assessments as part of vetting.
• Ensure subcontractors understand and commit to Optimal's service standards, safety requirements, and client expectations.

Vetting & Compliance

• Implement and oversee procedures for verifying subcontractor qualifications, certifications, insurances, and licenses.
• Conduct due diligence checks (HSE compliance, financial stability, references).
• Maintain up-to-date records of subcontractor compliance documentation in the CRM.
• Audit subcontractor files regularly to ensure all compliance documents remain valid and renewed on time.

Process & System Management

• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for subcontractor recruitment and onboarding.
• Work closely with Operations and Finance to ensure payment terms, agreements, and SLAs are aligned.
• Use CRM and digital platforms to track recruitment progress, onboarding status, and compliance metrics.
• Recommend improvements to streamline supply chain recruitment and onboarding processes.

Relationship Management

• Act as first point of contact for subcontractors during onboarding.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships to ensure retention and loyalty within the supply chain.
• Conduct regular follow-ups and performance feedback sessions with subcontractors.
• Resolve subcontractor concerns or issues during recruitment and onboarding stages.

*** Please note that this list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive, the post holder may undertake other duties as required. ***

Requirements

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Experience: 2+ years in recruitment, supply chain, procurement, or vendor management (construction, facilities management, or property services background desirable).
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of subcontractor management, trade workflows, and compliance requirements.
• Organisational Skills: Proven ability to manage high-volume recruitment pipelines and maintain accurate compliance records.
• Communication Skills: Professional, persuasive, and confident communicator, able to build strong relationships with subcontractors and internal teams.
• Process-Driven: Skilled in creating and following structured procedures and ensuring consistent compliance.
• Tech-Savvy: Competent in CRM systems, Microsoft 365, and digital onboarding tools.
• Ownership Mentality: A proactive self-starter who takes full responsibility for outcomes and looks for ways to improve processes and performance.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped bonus scheme
• 20 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private gym access
• Career progression (UK & Dubai)
• Company events & incentives
• Pension scheme
• High-Performance, collaborative culture