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Construction Civil Engineer Recruiters

Recruit civil engineers for construction, infrastructure and site development work, with role scope matched to project delivery needs.

We won't waste your time with candidates that don't make sense. We don't cut corners, and we don't rely on job postings. We headhunt.

  • Elite construction recruiters
  • No fee unless you hire
  • Local and 100% travel candidates
  • GCs, developers and construction managers

Start the search

Tell us who you need.

Share the essentials. We will follow up to understand the work, the team and the person who will make a difference.

No upfront fee. You pay only if you hire.

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The search brief

Civil engineering roles connect design, site conditions and the work that must be delivered in the field. We recruit civil engineers whose technical and project experience matches the employer's scope and team.

A direct route to the right hire

How it works.

  1. 01

    Tell us the role

    Share the position, location and what the hire needs to own.

  2. 02

    We send vetted candidates

    We approach and qualify construction professionals before making introductions.

  3. 03

    Pay only if you hire

    A fee is due only for a qualifying placement under the recruiting agreement.

Our approach

Civil engineering for built work

We recruit civil engineers across construction, site development, transportation, utilities and infrastructure. We clarify whether the role focuses on design, construction engineering, technical coordination, field support or a mix.

Our approach

Project judgment alongside technical work

Candidate discussions cover plans, specifications, constructability, coordination and communication with project teams. We identify the scope the person will own and the interfaces with contractors, owners and other disciplines.

Our approach

Credentials aligned to responsibility

Some openings require professional licensure or project-specific qualifications, while others emphasize practical construction experience. We confirm the employer's expectations and applicable scope before evaluating candidates.

Our approach

Local expertise and travel-ready engineers

Our network includes civil engineers in local markets and professionals willing to travel 100% for project work. We discuss office, field and site responsibilities before moving to introductions.

The people behind the work

Roles we focus on.

  • Civil Engineer
  • Project Civil Engineer
  • Construction Engineer
  • Site Development Engineer
  • Civil Project Manager
  • Field Engineer
Representative searches

Sample Positions Filled.

The kind of construction leadership we know how to find.

  • Civil Engineer, commercial site development, Austin, Texas
  • Project Civil Engineer, highway construction, Phoenix, Arizona
  • Construction Engineer, water treatment, Tampa, Florida
  • Site Development Engineer, multifamily construction, Orlando, Florida
  • Civil Engineer, utility infrastructure, Denver, Colorado
  • Traveling Field Engineer, bridge project, Dallas, Texas
  • Civil Project Engineer, airport construction, Atlanta, Georgia
  • Construction Engineer, transit infrastructure, Los Angeles, California
Good questions

Frequently asked questions.

What civil engineering roles do you recruit for construction?

We recruit civil engineers, construction engineers, site development professionals and related project staff. We define whether the work centers on design, field support or delivery coordination.

How do you match a civil engineer to a project?

We discuss the candidate's project types, technical scope and interfaces with the field team. The brief also identifies any license or qualification the employer requires.

Do civil engineering roles require a PE license?

That depends on the duties, jurisdiction and employer's project requirements. We confirm the applicable expectations rather than treating licensure as universal.

Can civil engineers travel for construction projects?

Yes, we consider local professionals and engineers willing to travel 100% for project work. We clarify how much of the position is office-based or on site.

Which industries do you recruit civil engineers for?

Searches can span transportation, utilities, water, site development and building construction. We align project experience with the actual assignment.

How are recruiting fees determined?

No professional recruiting fee is due unless we place a candidate the employer hires. The signed agreement defines the search and fee terms.

Start a conversation

Tell us about the position you cannot afford to leave open.

We won't waste your time with candidates that don't make sense. We don't cut corners, and we don't rely on job postings. We headhunt.

From the field, ready now

Available now in construction.

View all candidates

Every profile is presented without identifying details. Introductions are handled privately by our team.

How it works

A direct path to the right construction hire.

Construction recruitment is all we do. We are construction recruitment experts for GCs, developers, CMs and owners hiring field and office talent.

01

Tell us who you need

Share the position, location, and essential requirements. We will clarify the brief with you.

02

We headhunt construction talent

Our experts map the market and directly approach relevant professionals, including people not looking at job postings.

03

Meet a focused shortlist

We qualify experience and interest before presenting candidates with useful context for your decision.

Relocation and travel

Relocation Placements

Over the last few years we've filled more and more positions with candidates willing to relocate on their own, or with minimal initial relocation help from the client. We always fill with local candidates when possible. But relocation placements are a specialty of ours, and we know how to make them work for clients who are committed to filling the position.

Placement protection

12-month replacement guarantee

On standard (non-reduced) fee agreements, every placement comes with a 3-month free candidate replacement guarantee. From months 4 to 12, we'll still replace the candidate at half off. That's a full year of coverage. We've never needed to use the extended guarantee.

Extended coverage applies to eligible placements billed and paid at the full standard fee under the signed client recruiting agreement.

Three-Month Free Replacement

If a placement billed and paid at the full standard fee separates for a qualifying reason within the first three months, Construction Headhunters will conduct one replacement search for the same or substantially similar position at no additional professional recruiting fee.

Months Four Through Twelve: Half-Fee Replacement

If the hire separates during months four through twelve, the client receives one replacement at half the standard professional fee. Applies only to original placements billed and paid at the full standard fee.

Eligibility, exclusions, notification requirements, payment requirements, and replacement terms are governed by the signed client recruiting agreement.

What does the 12-month replacement guarantee include?

On standard (non-reduced) fee agreements, every placement comes with a 3-month free candidate replacement guarantee. From months 4 to 12, we'll still replace the candidate at half off. That's a full year of coverage. We've never needed to use the extended guarantee.

Eligibility, exclusions, notification requirements, payment requirements, and replacement terms are governed by the signed client recruiting agreement.