Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in London
Established in 2007, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Design & Build and Traditional Fit-Out and Refurbishment markets across London and the South East. Our team of consultants brings deep sector expertise in Sales, Design, Contracts Management, Pre-Contracts and Delivery roles, cultivated through decades of collective industry experience. We prioritise long-term relationships with clients and candidates, ensuring precise alignment between organisational needs and professional aspirations.Our approach combines sector-specific knowledge with a commitment to transparency and integrity, delivering tailored recruitment solutions that drive lasting success. With offices in London and Tunbridge Wells, we maintain a client-centric focus, supported by a robust understanding of market dynamics and evolving industry requirements.
Services
Sales Recruitment
Design Recruitment
Contracts Management
Pre-Contracts Recruitment
Delivery Positions
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of specialist experience in Design & Build recruitment
- Our consultants focus on precise candidate-company matching strategies
- We maintain long-term relationships with industry-leading clients
- We offer sector-specific expertise across all recruitment facets
- Our London-based team understands local market dynamics
Services
Sales Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for senior sales roles in the Design & Build sector. Our consultants identify candidates with proven track records in business development and client relationship management. We focus on matching strategic sales leadership with companies seeking growth in competitive markets.
Design Recruitment
Targeted talent acquisition for design professionals in architectural fit-out and refurbishment projects. We connect creative practitioners with firms requiring technical design expertise and innovative vision. Our network includes established designers and emerging talent across London's construction sector.
Contracts Management
Specialist placement of contracts management professionals for construction projects. We source candidates with expertise in contract administration, procurement, and compliance. Our consultants understand the critical role of contract management in project delivery and client satisfaction.
Pre-Contracts Recruitment
Recruitment solutions for pre-contract and estimating positions in the construction industry. We identify professionals skilled in cost analysis, tender preparation, and project feasibility assessment. Our candidates bring technical expertise and commercial awareness to bid management processes.
Delivery Positions
Placement of delivery-focused professionals for construction project execution. We specialise in sourcing site managers and delivery teams with proven track records in project completion. Our candidates combine technical construction knowledge with practical site management capabilities.
People
Dan Austin
Managing Director
Founded Austin Recruitment in 2007 with 20+ years industry experience. Specialises in senior sales and business development roles. Maintains long-standing client relationships through honest, integrity-driven recruitment practices.
Harriet Tilley
Managing Consultant
Leads the Design Division with expertise in creative and technical design recruitment. Known for exceptional candidate service and deep market knowledge in London's Design & Build sector.
Phil Ayling
Non Executive Director
Provides strategic direction and operational support with extensive industry experience. Oversees HR functions and marketing initiatives while maintaining client relationships across multiple sectors.
Max Ayling
Managing Consultant
Specialises in pre-contracts and delivery roles with international construction experience. Combines site management background with recruitment expertise to source top delivery-focused professionals.
Chloe Hobbs
Marketing Assistant/EA
Manages marketing content and social media strategy while providing executive support. Acts as primary office contact and ensures smooth operational management for recruitment teams.
Questions
What sectors does Austin Recruitment specialise in?
We specialise in Design & Build and Traditional Fit-Out and Refurbishment markets across London and the South East.
How do you ensure candidate-company compatibility?
Our consultants use sector-specific expertise and detailed candidate profiling to match skills, experience and cultural fit.
What recruitment levels do you cover?
We handle roles from entry-level to director positions across Sales, Design, Contracts Management and Delivery functions.
Do you operate outside London?
While our focus is London, we serve clients across the South East including Kent, with our Tunbridge Wells office.
