About
Jackson Executive Search

During the early stages of the COVID outbreak, my family and I made the decision to relocate back to our home state. However, I quickly realized that my existing network would not be of much help in finding reputable companies in the area. A friend recommended Jackson to me, and within 48 hours, they provided me with a breakdown of companies that would best utilize my skillset. I was extremely impressed with their efficiency and knowledge. When I went through the complete process, which resulted in my new position, I was even more impressed. They made one of the biggest decisions of my life as easy as possible, and I cannot recommend them enough.

Both Matt and Darren Jackson are consummate professionals.  Their searches have been thorough and exhaustive. We appreciate their diligence and perseverance, particularly for finding the right candidates for challenging opportunities.  They are hands down our preferred search firm for difficult Executive Search projects, especially those search projects that have a relocation component.

Jackson reached out to me about a CFO position they were working on for a growth-oriented electrical contractor. Initially, I was content with my current role, but the level of detail and attention Jackson provided in describing their client caught my attention. I was impressed with the non-pressure environment they created as my family and I navigated through this significant career decision. The experience with Jackson from that point throughout my placement was highly professional and thorough. I would not hesitate to use Jackson again for any future executives search or consulting projects at my new company.

Based on my experiences as a client over the past nine years, I highly recommend Jackson. While I have two other search firm partners who are less expensive and do a great job with routine hires, I turn to Jackson for executive or highly complex search projects. Matt and his team have consistently provided me with invaluable insight into our Executive team’s expectations compared to market realities. They are not afraid to provide honest and accurate information, and this level of transparency is essential to me. Overall, I have always found Jackson to be professional, knowledgeable, and trustworthy.

Our longstanding partnership with Jackson dates back to 2005 when our company was a mid-sized General Contractor struggling to scale up our business. We recognized the importance of creating more opportunities for our top employees through strategic C-Suite and management hires. Today, we’re proud to say that we will exceed $2 billion dollars in annual revenue. Our Executive Team can attest that this growth wouldn’t have been possible without the hiring of over 42 key executive and management leaders from Jackson. Jackson understands the business side of construction, and their candidates make an immediate impact on the bottom line, whether it’s through new project opportunities, exploring new verticals, or simply better ways of doing business. We’re grateful for the transformational impact Jackson has had on our organization and would highly recommend them to other companies in the industry that are serious about improving their bottom line.

During our succession planning process, we engaged Jackson for consulting services. As someone who had been running my company for over 35 years, it was uncomfortable to confront the realities of change. However, Jackson was able to provide us with numerous examples of how the planning process had worked for other owners in similar situations. Their extensive knowledge helped me find comfort during a very difficult time. As any business owner knows, it’s challenging to let go of something you’ve built from the ground up, but Jackson made the process as painless as possible. They drew upon real-world experiences they had either been a part of or observed, and this expertise was invaluable to us.

Jackson first placed me in my current position over 14 years ago. Recently, my son, who is also an Executive in construction, expressed his family’s desire to move back home. I immediately called Matt and connected him with my son. Jackson was able to relocate my son back home, and most importantly, I now get to see my grandkids regularly. All kidding aside, my son received the same great attention to detail that I experienced with Jackson years ago. Their expertise and dedication are second to none, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for executive search services.

Matt and his team have been a great partner to work with over the past five years.  They always bend over backwards to make us happy.  They put the S in Service – very customer service oriented for both the hiring company and for the candidates as well.  I have always heard nothing but positive feedback from our candidates.  Jackson’s knowledge of the industry is second to none, helping them vet candidates effectively and efficiently.

I highly recommend Jackson based on my experiences with them as a client over the last nine years.  I have two other search firm partners that are less expensive and do a great job for me on routine hires.  For executive hires or highly complex search projects, I call Jackson.  Matt and his team will not hesitate to give me the facts when it comes to what our Executive teams expectations are compared to the market realities.  For me, this is invaluable.

I had the pleasure of engaging with Jackson’s team for over 11 years before finally deciding to move on from my Vice President role at a Texas-based General Contractor. When the time came to make the move, there was no question in my mind that Jackson was the right partner to help navigate the process. They had taken the time to build a strong relationship with me, gaining an understanding of my capabilities, desires, and even my family considerations. What truly impressed me was the access Jackson has to major executive leaders in the Construction Industry. Within three days of notifying them that I was ready for a change, I had four interviews lined up and received offers from all four companies. I ultimately chose the one that was the best fit for me, and it has completely transformed my career. Today, I am the COO of a construction company that will exceed $380 Million in revenues this year. I am incredibly grateful for Jackson’s expertise and guidance throughout this process, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking a career change in the AEC industry.