Business Details
39 Years
experience
Expert Construction & Property Recruitment Services
Established in 1987, Setsquare Recruitment has earned a reputation as a trusted leader in construction and property recruitment. We connect skilled professionals with organisations driving the development and maintenance of the UK's infrastructure. Our commitment to job security and career progression ensures candidates secure roles with stability and growth. We specialise in impactful construction and property projects that benefit professionals and communities alike. Health and safety is integral to our operations, with stringent compliance standards applied to every placement. With decades of experience, we offer tailored recruitment solutions across construction, civil engineering, facilities management, social housing, and managed services.Our partnerships with leading public and private sector organisations reflect our deep industry knowledge and local expertise. Supported by the nGAGE Talent platform, we combine multinational infrastructure with boutique service delivery. Our track record includes long-term client relationships and a proven ability to deliver expert, efficient recruitment services in the fast-moving built environment sector. We actively support diversity and inclusion initiatives and hold the Armed Forces Bronze Award for our commitment to military personnel and their families.
Services
Construction Recruitment
Civil Engineering
Facilities Management
Social Housing
Managed Services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years' specialist experience in construction and property recruitment
- Our team provides 24/7 personalised candidate support
- We maintain strict health and safety compliance standards
- Our national office network enables localised recruitment solutions
- We guarantee rapid response times for urgent staffing needs
What people say
Fantastic asset to our team
Excellent quality candidates
Responsive and professional
Proven track record
Diligent issue resolution
Services
Construction Recruitment
Delivering skilled professionals across all construction disciplines, from site managers to tradespeople. We ensure candidates meet rigorous safety and competency standards. Our network provides access to both temporary and permanent roles nationwide.
Civil Engineering
Specialist recruitment for infrastructure projects including transportation networks and utilities. We source engineers and technicians with technical expertise and project experience. Our candidates support the development of essential public works and private developments.
Facilities Management
Connecting FM professionals with commercial and residential property operators. Our placements cover maintenance, operations, and management roles. We supply skilled personnel for both routine operations and emergency repairs.
Social Housing
Providing housing professionals for social housing providers across the UK. We recruit for management, repairs, and support roles. Our candidates help create sustainable communities through quality housing solutions.
Managed Services
Offering comprehensive recruitment process outsourcing tailored to construction and property sectors. Our solutions include vendor management systems and dedicated client support teams. We deliver cost-effective, scalable staffing solutions for all organisational needs.
People
Jon Kelson
Director
Jon brings 13 years' experience in the built environment sector, progressing from Consultant to Regional Operations Director. He specialises in developing high-performing teams and strategic client partnerships across London and the southeast.
Phil Stock
Regional Director
With 20 years' recruitment experience and 14 years at Setsquare Recruitment, Phil leads permanent recruitment for facilities management and social housing. He specialises in solving complex resourcing challenges for clients nationally.
Paul Head
Divisional Director
Paul has over 20 years' construction sector experience, managing our national managed service provision. He takes a consultative approach to client relationships and candidate experiences across the built environment.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We cover all major construction disciplines including civil engineering, building construction, highways infrastructure, and critical maintenance.
Do you offer recruitment services outside London?
Yes, we operate nationally across the UK with localised support in major cities including Leeds, Birmingham, and Manchester.
What safety certifications do you require for placements?
All candidates undergo rigorous safety compliance checks matching the specific requirements of each construction and property project.
Can you help with urgent staffing requirements?
Our rapid-response recruitment solutions deliver qualified professionals for temporary and permanent roles within tight deadlines.
How do you support career progression for candidates?
We work closely with professionals to develop career paths, offering continuous development opportunities and access to major industry projects.
What managed service options are available?
We provide Master Vendor, Hybrid MSP, and Recruitment Process Outsourcing solutions tailored to organisational resourcing requirements.
Reviews (4)
Waqas A.
Jan 09, 2022
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I have worked for this agency for the last few months. My point of contact is Luke. Luke has been very professional all the way through. He has gone above & beyond to make sure I'm happy at my job. He regularly contacts me for updates & to see my progress. Payment is always on time & always correct. 5 stars
Felix Oluwatosin
Dec 29, 2021
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I have worked for Setsquare for many years now especially with Jeff Lawrence as my agent. . Such a good and professional experience Ive had with him. Always ready to sort out any problems ASAP and willing to pick up my calls and text messages outside office working hours ,weekends and even when hes on holiday outside the Uk .
Tony Emeka
Dec 20, 2021
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Setsquare Recruitment are the most professional job agency you can deal with when it comes to construction jobs in the UK. I have worked with Jeff Lawrence who is my agent for many years and I'm very pleased with the level of his professionalism. He is always available to help whenever there is any issues, you can ring or text him at any time and he'll respond to you ASAP. I'm very happy with their services and will recommend them to anyone looking for a job in construction.
Tommo
Dec 10, 2021
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I've worked for Jeff Lawrence a few times. Always been good rates and if I've had any issues , Jeff has sorted them out straight away. All positive as far as I'm concerned.
