Lead Recruitment Consultant - White Collar Construction

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment business in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Recruitment Manager to establish a white collar construction desk. This full 360 role offers competitive base salary and high commission, alongside a clear pathway towards leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive recruitment experience within the construction sector, demonstrating a proven track record in business development and strong commercial awareness.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Clear progression into leadership

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in 360 recruitment within the construction sector.
• Ability to win new business and maintain long-term relationships.
• Ambition to develop leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage a white collar construction desk.
• Handle the full recruitment cycle for permanent roles.
• Mentor junior consultants as the desk expands.
• Identify growth opportunities within the market.

Skills

360 recruitment experience in white collar construction

Proven billing record in business development

Strong commercial awareness

Self-motivated

Leadership experience

Job description

Overview

White Collar Construction - Recruitment Consultant

Competitive Base + High Commission + Career Progression

Our client, a well-established and expanding recruitment business, is looking for an experienced Recruitment Manager to grow a white collar construction desk. This is a full 360 role with huge earning potential and a clear route into leadership for the right person. You’ll have the autonomy to build your own client base, shape your market, and make a real impact, backed by a supportive leadership team and strong infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and develop a white collar construction desk from scratch
• Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle (permanent placements)
• Win new business and build long-term client relationships
• Mentor and develop junior consultants as the desk grows
• Identify and drive growth opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• 360 recruitment experience in white collar construction
• Proven billing record in a business development–focused role
• Strong commercial awareness and resilience
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Leadership experience or ambition to lead a team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Clear progression into leadership
• Autonomy to build and run your own desk
• Supportive team culture and excellent infrastructure