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Expert Construction Recruitment Services in London
LJB Recruitment has been a trusted leader in construction industry recruitment for over 25 years, specialising in connecting top-tier professionals with leading organisations across construction, civil engineering, mechanical & electrical building services, and residential development. Our approach combines deep sector expertise with a commitment to understanding both client business philosophies and candidate career aspirations, ensuring precise matches that drive long-term success. With a database of over 200,000 pre-vetted professionals, including site managers, project managers, and technical specialists, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions that prioritise quality and cost-effectiveness. Our values of performance, trust, transparency, and respect underpin every interaction, supported by accreditations such as ISO 9001, SAFEContractor, and CHAS. We maintain ongoing partnerships with major contractors and developers across London, the Southeast, and international markets, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions.

Our ethical resourcing practices align with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, ensuring compliance and integrity throughout the recruitment process. Clients consistently praise our consultative approach, rapid response times, and ability to supply high-calibre candidates without aggressive sales tactics. Headquartered at The Business Design Centre in Islington, we combine local market knowledge with global industry insights to support career progression and organisational growth. Our managed staffing services further enhance client capabilities by outsourcing entire recruitment processes, reducing costs while improving retention and skills alignment. With a proven track record spanning decades, we remain dedicated to advancing construction industry careers and delivering exceptional service standards.
Services
Permanent Recruitment Temporary Recruitment Executive Search Managed Staffing Ethical Resourcing
Details
  • Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
  • We have over 25 years of experience in construction recruitment.
  • Our consultants provide specialist knowledge of the construction industry.
  • We offer a value-added service based on quality and cost-effectiveness.
  • Our database contains over 200,000 pre-vetted construction professionals.
  • We adhere to ethical resourcing practices under the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Associations and certifications
  • ISO 9001
  • SAFEContractor
  • CHAS
  • Constructionline
What people say
Solid and reliable recruitment service Quality of candidates second-to-none Ethical and trustworthy organisation Thoroughly vet all candidates Top of their game
Services
Permanent Recruitment
We specialise in placing construction professionals in permanent roles, from site managers to project directors. Our process includes competency assessments, detailed interviews, and reference checks to ensure candidates align with client philosophies and project requirements. With a database of over 200,000 professionals, we deliver precise matches that enhance organisational capabilities and drive long-term success across construction, civil engineering, and residential development sectors.
Temporary Recruitment
Our temporary recruitment service connects clients with pre-vetted professionals for short-term projects or skills gaps. We offer flexible payroll options, including PAYE and limited company arrangements, with rapid deployment to meet urgent staffing needs. This service ensures continuity during peak workloads or unexpected absences while maintaining compliance with ethical resourcing standards.
Executive Search
We identify senior construction professionals for leadership roles through targeted outreach and industry-specific advertising campaigns. Our consultants leverage extensive networks to source candidates with proven track records in complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and cultural fit for high-impact positions.
Managed Staffing
We provide end-to-end recruitment process outsourcing, managing executive search, permanent, and temporary staffing needs. This service reduces hiring costs, improves retention rates, and addresses skills gaps through customised strategies tailored to clients' operational requirements and long-term objectives.
Ethical Resourcing
Our ethical resourcing practices ensure full compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, verifying candidates' work eligibility and maintaining transparent recruitment processes. We prioritise integrity and accountability, offering clients peace of mind through rigorous documentation checks and adherence to industry-specific accreditations like ISO 9001 and SAFEContractor.
Questions
What construction sectors does LJB Recruitment specialise in?
We specialise in construction, civil engineering, mechanical & electrical building services, and residential development recruitment across London, the Southeast, and international markets.
How does LJB Recruitment ensure candidate quality?
We thoroughly vet candidates through competency assessments, detailed interviews, and reference checks, maintaining a database of over 200,000 pre-qualified professionals.
What ethical resourcing practices does LJB Recruitment follow?
We comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, ensuring all candidates have valid work eligibility documentation and adhering to strict ethical recruitment standards.
Do you offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide pre-qualified temporary workers for project-based needs, with flexible payroll options and rapid deployment capabilities.
How can clients access managed staffing services?
We offer outsourced recruitment solutions covering executive search, permanent, and temporary staffing, tailored to reduce costs and bridge skills gaps.
Reviews (3)
Nicu-Alin Munteanu
Jun 17, 2019 Report
Very good rate paid, always paid on time, low company margin to process payments, flexibility and good business management.
Gogu Veselu
Aug 04, 2018 Report
You should write somewhere that you can get by appointment only so, the grumpy pensioner at the desk wont have to open the mouth too much..disgusting experience.
Richard Adams
Oct 22, 2017 Report
Ruth Hemmings got me a position at very short notice. Very helpful, professional and always in communication, asking how it's all going. A pleasure to work for!