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Design & Build Recruitment for Hiring Teams
Delivering a Design & Build project on time and on budget depends on the right people being in place—early and reliably. Our Design & Build recruitment specialists help hiring teams secure proven professionals who thrive in fast-paced, delivery-led environments where collaboration between design and site is essential.
We take time to understand your brief, project stage, programme pressures and team culture, then build a targeted search strategy. Whether you require permanent hires, interim support or project-specific expertise, we manage the full process end-to-end—from talent mapping and shortlisting to interview coordination and offer management.
Our goal is simple: reduce hiring risk, shorten time-to-hire and ensure every appointment strengthens project delivery.
Typical Design & Build roles we recruit
Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Managers/Design Coordinators, Technical Managers, Planners, Document Controllers, Commercial professionals and wider project support.
Design & Build Recruitment for Candidates
You deserve opportunities where you can deliver great work and progress your career. We work with leading contractors, consultancies and developers across the Design & Build sector and match candidates to roles that align with your strengths, experience and long-term goals.
You’ll receive honest advice, tailored job recommendations and practical support throughout the process—from CV feedback and interview preparation to offer negotiation and onboarding.
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Roles We Recruit
Our Fit Out & Refurbishment Expertise
Project Managers & Contract Managers
Leaders accountable for delivering fast paced fit out and refurbishment schemes—coordinating teams, managing commercial and programme performance, and ensuring client expectations are met throughout every phase.
View JobsSite Managers & Assistant Site Managers
On site delivery specialists overseeing day to day operations, subcontractor coordination, quality of finishes and health & safety compliance across live fit out and refurbishment environments.
View JobsQuantity Surveyors & Commercial Managers
Commercial professionals managing cost control, valuations, procurement and financial reporting—supporting profitable delivery and maintaining strong commercial governance on interiors and refurbishment projects.
View JobsEstimators & Pre Construction Roles
Experts responsible for pricing, bid preparation and early stage project planning—ensuring accurate tenders, competitive cost strategies and well defined scopes for fit out and refurbishment works.
View JobsSite Engineers & Technical Coordinators
Technical specialists providing layout coordination, setting out, quality checks and design interface support—ensuring build accuracy and smooth delivery in complex interior and refurbishment settings.
View JobsHealth & Safety Professionals
HSE leaders driving safe working practices, risk management and compliance—protecting teams and ensuring fit out and refurbishment projects meet all safety standards within fast moving, often live environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We recruit across Design & Build project delivery, including Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Managers/Coordinators, Technical Managers, Planners, Document Controllers, and commercial/project support roles.
Yes. We support permanent hiring as well as contract/interim recruitment for peak workload, programme milestones, and project-specific requirements.
We recruit across the UK and Western Europe, including Germany, the Netherlands and France. Coverage can be tailored by project location, language needs and mobility requirements.
Shortlist timelines depend on role complexity, location and contract terms. For common project delivery roles we can often deliver a first shortlist quickly once the brief and screening criteria are agreed.
Yes. We advise candidates on role fit, CV positioning, interview preparation and offer stages for Design & Build opportunities across contractors, consultancies and developers.
Trusted by Leading Contractors
I have worked with LJB & Co for over 10 years. They have consistently delivered a solid and reliable recruitment service with the minimum fuss and without the usual 'hard-sales' approach.
Operations Director, Galliford Try
I have used LJB & Co for over six years and have nothing but praise for the level of service I have received. The quality of candidates has always been second-to-none and I would certainly recommend LJB&Co to other business users.
Commercial Manager, Willmott Dixon Group
LJB & Co is one of the best agencies I have come across. Their tenacious attention to detail and their work ethic is of the highest level. They approach all challenges in a consultative manner, taking the time to listen to clients and by being respectful of all constructive feedback after interviews. They thoroughly vet all their candidates in accordance with my needs resulting in the majority of candidates called for interview are suitable for the role, saving me valuable interview time. I would have no hesitation in recommending LJB & Co as they are at the top of their game.
Director, Climate Facilities
I have used LJB & Co as my preferred agency of choice for almost 10 years. They are a completely ethical and trustworthy organisation with a thorough understanding of the Construction industry and most importantly, of our organisation. I rarely have the need to seek personnel from any other source.
Senior Project Manager, Overbury Plc
LJB & Co quickly gained an understanding of our requirements by listening to us and taking the time to understand how we work. We get a lot of calls from recruitment companies promising the best candidates on the market and then failing to deliver on those promises however, LJB & Co have always supplied us with good quality candidates.
Contracts Manager, BAM Construction
LJB & Co has successfully partnered our business for approximately three years. I have been extremely pleased with all aspects of their recruitment process, from the initial liaison qualifying my requirements, to the submission of relevant CV’s with detailed interview notes through to their diplomatic final stage negotiation. They have set themselves apart with their quick & efficient response to my requirements.
Construction Director, Mansell - Balfour Beatty Group
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