Recruitment Solutions From Construction Specialists
Our consultative approach delivers best-in-field candidates alongside industry expertise.
Take Your Leadership to the Next Level
When senior and executive construction roles go unfilled, the result is lost profits and lost productivity—not to mention lost sleep. But a pervasive talent vacuum makes it more difficult than ever to access the candidates who will maintain your organization’s standard of excellence.
Jackson Executive Search specializes in recruiting experienced talent for executive and senior management roles in the construction industry.
Since 2000, our recruiters and consultants have acted as silent business partners for some of construction’s most prominent names, delivering high-performing individuals whose expertise saves them money and time. Armed with a nuanced understanding of construction’s unique challenges, Jackson advises industry leaders with proven methods and exclusive intel, empowering them to attract talent, outpace the competition, and achieve success.
Our Recruitment & Consulting Services
Executive Search
Executive construction roles require a unique class of candidates. The right person is a high achiever with the extensive industry experience to navigate construction complexities. They’re a passionate leader with the vision and integrity to effectively manage a team. And they’re likely already employed.
Jackson’s executive search services unlock your access to these elite professionals. Our recruiters have the tools and insider knowledge to identify, attract, and deliver executive construction candidates you won’t find anywhere else. We’ll handle every step of the process [link 2.1], from sourcing and reporting to interviews and compensation negotiations to resignation and onboarding.
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- Salary Surveys
- Competitive Analysis
- Travel Services
- Interview Coordination
- Offer Preparation
- Background Checks
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Our Testimonials
I’ve been with two companies throughout my 22 year career. Jackson placed me in a Vice President of Construction role in 2017 in large part because I had already built a level of trust with them beginning in 2011. They were the only search firm I would call back and it was due to their construction industry knowledge and their values, they are simply good people that do the right thing.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
I want to compliment your team on the recent Competitive Selection Process you managed for our organization. Jackson, without having any prior knowledge of our two internal candidates, gave a spot-on evaluation of the candidate’s abilities. I don’t know how you do it, but your ability to evaluate and assess people is a true gift. We learned more about our existing team’s abilities through Jackson’s evaluations than we ever have from personality or internal 360 assessments. Well done.
As a Managing Partner for a national Private Equity group, having an Executive Search partner that you can trust is invaluable, especially when it comes to investing in and acquiring companies that require significant management improvement. Jackson has been our go-to partner for these types of projects, and we couldn’t be more pleased with their work. Jackson has completely rebuilt the management teams for three of our 14 portfolio companies, and the results have been nothing short of incredible. As someone who isn’t necessarily a “construction person,” I rely heavily on Jackson’s innate knowledge of the AEC industry as a guidepost. We are currently working with Jackson on a challenging search project and will undoubtedly continue to do so in the future.
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.
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.
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