Construction
Recruiting
Expert Recruiting for the Builders of Tomorrow.
At Navigate Search, our experienced team brings together years of expertise in construction recruiting, offering a comprehensive approach to meet your hiring needs. We specialize in Commercial, Civil, Industrial, Utility, Residential Construction, and Construction Engineering roles.
Why Choose Us?
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Industry Expertise
With decades of experience, we understand the nuances of construction and engineering roles, from executive leadership to technical and field operations.
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Nationwide Reach
Our team has successfully placed candidates from coast to coast, handling both large national firms and smaller, specialized contractors.
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Diverse Client Base
We work with companies of all sizes, ranging from growing mid-sized firms to well-established industry leaders, providing customized recruiting solutions for every project.
Roles
We Place
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Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Vice President of Construction
Director of Operations
Project Executive
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Project Director
Project Manager
Superintendent (Civil, Commercial, Utility, Residential)
Estimator
Scheduler
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Civil Engineers
Structural Engineers
Construction Managers
Electrical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
Quality Control Managers
Safety Managers (CHST, CSP certifications included)
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Design Engineers
Structural Designers
Electrical Design Engineers
Mechanical Design Engineers
Civil Design Engineers
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Engineers
HVAC Design Engineers
Environmental Engineers
Preconstruction Managers
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Fire Alarm Designers
Low Voltage Professionals
Electrical Superintendents
RCDD
Electricians
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For Clients
We partner with you to provide tailored recruiting solutions, whether you're hiring for leadership roles, technical experts, or operational positions. Our commitment to understanding your unique needs ensures that we deliver candidates who are the right fit for your company's culture and goals.
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For Job Seekers
We work closely with job seekers to align them with the right opportunities, helping you find roles where you can grow and succeed. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, we'll provide guidance and access to exclusive opportunities in the construction and engineering sectors.
Contact us today
Discover how we can support your construction recruiting needs.
Jory Hayes
Manager, Construction
Frequently Asked Questions
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Large national firms and smaller specialty contractors, growing mid-sized companies and well-established names. Our work covers commercial, multifamily, industrial, and healthcare construction, plus construction engineering.
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A civil superintendent and a commercial one are different hires. We ask about project type, size, delivery method and how your crews work, then look for people who've done it, not just people who hold the title.
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Yes. Safety and quality managers are part of what we do, including candidates with certifications like CHST and CSP. We check credentials as part of screening, so you aren't chasing them later.
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Yes. Estimators, schedulers and preconstruction managers are roles we place regularly. Tell us about your bid pipeline and the software you use, and we'll look for people who can step in quickly.
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We only work on mid to senior level, salaried positions. Happy to discuss contract or project based roles as well.
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We've placed candidates coast to coast. Many construction roles involve travel or relocation, so we ask candidates about both early, and we tell you what we hear.
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We'll walk you through fees and terms on the first call, and everything is agreed in writing before work starts.
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Most people we talk to aren't unhappy, they're curious. We'll tell you about a specific role, who it's with once you're interested, and what would be different from your current setup. If it isn't a fit, nothing changes.
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Timelines depend on the role and how specific the requirements are. We'll give you a realistic estimate once we scope the search.
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Direct placement only
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Commercial, multifamily, healthcare, hosputality, light industrial General Contractors and Developers in addition to specialty subcontractors.Tell us which sector you're in, and we'll match people who've actually worked that kind of project, not just construction in general.
