Senior Construction Recruitment Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office in Stellenbosch

Career growth opportunities

High-profile projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Construction Recruitment Manager to lead operations in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will oversee end-to-end recruitment for construction professionals, build client relationships, and guide a team to deliver high-quality placements.

The role requires 5+ years in construction recruitment, strong leadership, and deep market knowledge of the Western Cape. Based in Stellenbosch, this is an in-office position with opportunities for growth and strategic impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in recruitment with construction focus.
• Experience placing senior roles in PM, engineering, architecture, and quantity surveying.
• Deep knowledge of Western Cape construction talent needs, esp. Stellenbosch.
• Strong client management, business development, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex recruitment projects and deliver results.
• Proficiency with recruitment databases and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for all levels of construction professionals.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to attract scarce and in-demand talent.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key construction clients.
• Conduct detailed candidate assessments, including technical competency and experience verification.
• Manage client expectations and provide market insights on talent availability and trends.
• Oversee full recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement and aftercare.
• Mentor and guide junior recruitment team members.
• Contribute to business development for the construction division.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Skills

Recruitment leadership

Client management

Business development

Stakeholder relations

Leadership

CRM systems

Education

Construction/Engineering/HR/Business degree

Tools

Recruitment databases

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly reputable recruitment consultancy specializing in the built environment, is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Recruitment Manager to lead their operations in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This pivotal role involves managing the end-to-end recruitment process for a wide range of construction professionals, from site engineers and project managers to architects, quantity surveyors, and skilled tradespeople. You will be instrumental in building strong relationships with leading construction firms in the region and attracting top talent to challenging projects. This position is based full-time in our Stellenbosch office, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of the construction industry's talent needs and a proven ability to deliver high-quality recruitment solutions. We are looking for a strategic leader with excellent client management skills and a passion for the construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the recruitment process for all levels of construction professionals.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract scarce and in-demand talent.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key clients in the construction industry.
• Conduct detailed candidate assessments, including technical competency and experience verification.
• Manage client expectations and provide regular market insights on talent availability and trends.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial brief to successful placement and aftercare.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the recruitment team.
• Contribute to the business development efforts of the construction division.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on the construction sector.
• Demonstrated success in placing senior-level roles within construction project management, engineering, architecture, and quantity surveying.
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry and its talent requirements in the Western Cape , particularly Stellenbosch .
• Excellent client management, business development, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex recruitment projects and deliver exceptional results.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring capabilities.
• Proficiency with recruitment databases and CRM systems.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, HR, or Business is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Full-time, in-office position in a vibrant Stellenbosch location.
• Significant career growth opportunities within a leading consultancy.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile construction projects.
• Exposure to a strong network of industry professionals.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.