Senior Recruitment Consultant - Built Environment

Placements24; Greater London; Remote; CAD 85,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based earnings

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is partner­ing with a leading recruitment consultancy to recruit an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant for the built environment sector in East London. You’ll place civil engineers, architects, project managers, quantity surveyors and construction managers, working with construction firms, developers and engineering consultancies.

The role emphasizes leadership in a niche market with high demand for expertise, offering a competitive base and uncapped commission, plus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience in the built environment or construction sector.
• Proven success placing Civil Engineers, Architects, Project Managers, and Construction Managers.
• Strong understanding of construction lifecycle and project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for AEC professionals.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Conduct detailed interviews and assessments of candidates’ skills and experience.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients in property development, construction and engineering.
• Provide market insights and salary benchmarks for built environment roles.
• Negotiate offers and ensure smooth placement and onboarding.

Skills

Recruitment experience

AEC industry knowledge

Client relationships

Negotiation

Education

Construction/engineering/architecture degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in East London , is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant specializing in the built environment sector. This role focuses on placing professionals such as civil engineers, architects, project managers, quantity surveyors, and construction managers. You will work closely with construction companies, property developers, and engineering firms to fulfill their critical staffing requirements. This is a significant opportunity to lead and excel in a niche market with high demand for expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for professionals within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract top talent in the built environment.
• Conduct detailed interviews and assessments to evaluate technical skills, project experience, and leadership potential.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key clients in property development, construction, and engineering.
• Provide expert market insights and salary benchmarks for built environment roles.
• Negotiate complex offers and ensure a smooth placement and onboarding process.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience, with a proven specialization in the built environment or construction sector.
• Demonstrated success in placing candidates in roles such as Civil Engineers, Architects, Project Managers, and Construction Managers.
• Strong understanding of the construction lifecycle, project management methodologies, and relevant industry software.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification in construction, engineering, or architecture is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and a rewarding, uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, including industry-specific training and networking events.
• A flexible remote work arrangement offering excellent autonomy and work-life balance.
• The opportunity to partner with prominent firms shaping the built environment.