I’m a Construction Recruitment Consultant | What Do I Do All Day?

I’m a Construction Recruitment Consultant | What Do I Do All Day?

I have added value to my employer clients and their business activities for over 20 years. Just recently I remembered that quite a few years ago now, a meme went around about what recruitment consultants “do” and I managed to re-find it.

Addressing the Underrepresentation of Women in the Construction Industry

Addressing the Underrepresentation of Women in the Construction Industry

As a recruiter in the construction industry, I have made significantly fewer female placements than male placements, and I often question why that is.

How a Specialist Construction Recruitment Consultancy Can Save you Time and Money – Yes Really!

How a Specialist Construction Recruitment Consultancy Can Save you Time and Money – Yes Really!

Here Steve looks at the right circumstances in which a Specialist Construction Recruitment Consultancy Can Save you Time and Money.

Construction Employer Recruitment in 2024

Construction Employer Recruitment in 2024

Many construction professionals take advantage of the holiday season to reflect on their career paths and consider new employment opportunities if they are perceived to be able to accelerate their career and financial targets.

Is Recruitment in the Hong Kong Construction Industry Sustainable?

Is Recruitment in the Hong Kong Construction Industry Sustainable?

This week Richard attended the Hong Kong Construction Industry Council’s Global Construction Sustainability Forum and Exhibition where he discussed the forecasted volume of work planned for the coming years and the critical shortage of manpower faced by the construction industry.

Career Resources Hub Highlights | The Best Bits

Career Resources Hub Highlights | The Best Bits

All of the recruitment and career resources can be found in the ‘News’ section but this post is a ‘cheat sheet’ giving a fast-track tour of the sections and specific articles that might be relevant to you – and to highlight a few of my favourite straight-talking blogs that offer some great advice.

Why is there a need for a speedy recruitment process?

Why is there a need for a speedy recruitment process?

If you want to secure your best fit candidate for a live job vacancy, acting quickly will help. This means prompt candidate shortlisting, interviewing, selection and onboarding

Are you a good job interviewer?

Are you a good job interviewer?

In this blog we will look at some of the ways you can reflect on and improve your interview and selection methods for a win win outcome. We look at what can you as the interviewer and ambassador of your company and brand do to prepare too?

Building a Strong Employer Brand in a Competitive Marketplace

Building a Strong Employer Brand in a Competitive Marketplace

With the competition for skilled professionals intensifying, construction companies are realising the need to stand out to attract and retain top talent. "Building a Strong Employer Brand in a Competitive Market" is not only a necessity but also a pathway to sustained success.

Unveiling the Power of Authentic Networking in Recruitment

Unveiling the Power of Authentic Networking in Recruitment

In the ever-evolving world of recruitment, where digital platforms and algorithms reign supreme, one timeless truth remains: authentic networking is the secret sauce that fuels successful placements.

5 Reasons To Join The Lighthouse Club WorldWide

5 Reasons To Join The Lighthouse Club WorldWide

The Lighthouse Club is a non-political networking and fellowship organisation which supports the construction industries in many locations including Hong Kong. The club was set up in 1956 by its founders “for the furtherance of good fellowship among people in the construction industry”.

Why Don’t Candidates Want to Work for You?

Why Don’t Candidates Want to Work for You?

Here is a ‘cheat sheet’ of the most common reasons why candidates who were initially interested in becoming an employee with a client either walk away or ultimately turn down offers of employment.