/ Construction & engineering recruiting

Building teams
to build the future

We don’t just fill roles — we build lasting partnerships between construction companies and the people who keep their projects moving.

Search jobs

What would you like to do today?

/ Approach

A people-first approach to recruiting

Our core values are the foundation of every search we run.

Industry expertise

Years of hands-on experience in construction mean we know these roles inside and out, and can find candidates ready to make an immediate impact.

Tailored solutions

No one-size-fits-all approach. We learn your company’s specific needs and culture, then build a recruitment plan that fits your business.

Comprehensive network

From general contracting and project management to engineering and the skilled trades, our network covers every corner of the industry.

Featured roles

Tampa, FLCompetitivePermanent

Senior Project Manager, Commercial Construction

Leading ground-up commercial builds from preconstruction through closeout for a growing general contractor.

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Remote$120–150kPermanent

Structural Engineer, Mid-Rise & Industrial

Design and review of structural systems for mid-rise and industrial projects across the Southeast.

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Orlando, FLCompetitivePermanent

General Superintendent, Heavy Civil

Overseeing field operations and subcontractor coordination on multi-site heavy civil projects.

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Charlotte, NC$95–115kPermanent

Estimator, Ground-Up Multifamily

Preparing competitive bids and cost estimates for ground-up multifamily developments.

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On-site experience, not just resumes on a screen

Every recruiter on our team has spent real time around construction projects — we know what “good” looks like on the job site.

/ Expertise

Expertise that gives you an edge

With years of hands-on experience in construction and engineering recruitment, we understand this hiring market like no other — and we’re constantly refining how we find people who thrive on the job site.

We work exclusively in construction and engineering, so every search deepens our knowledge of these sectors instead of spreading it thin.

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Tailored recruitment solutions

Every company’s hiring needs are different. Whether you’re building a leadership team, scaling a project pipeline, or need advisory support, our customized recruitment solutions deliver results — removing barriers from your current hiring process to ensure success.

Meet the founder

/ Meet the founder

Chase

Founder

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12+Years in construction & engineering recruiting

400+Placements made

90%Client retention rate

4–8 wkAverage time to hire

/ Insights

Advice for hiring and job seeking

Hiring advice

How to reduce time-to-hire on your next project

Practical steps for tightening your interview and offer process without cutting corners on fit.

Career advice

Questions to ask before taking a superintendent role

What experienced field leaders wish they’d asked before their last move.

Industry trends

2026 construction & engineering salary guide

Competitive compensation data across project management, engineering, and the trades.

Frequently asked questions

What industries does Southern Search specialize in?

We specialize in recruitment across construction, engineering, and infrastructure — supporting general contractors, developers, engineering firms, and specialty trade contractors across the Southeast.

What sort of roles can you fill?

Typical placements include project managers, superintendents, estimators, structural and civil engineers, preconstruction leads, and senior operations and executive leadership roles.

How long does a typical search take?

Most searches take 4–8 weeks depending on seniority and specialization. Executive and highly specialized technical searches can take longer given a smaller qualified candidate pool.

Building teams
to build the future