Recruitment Consultant

  • DCS Recruitment Limited
  • Jul 24, 2025
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Construction Recruitment Consultant

Location: Central Manchester

Company: DCS Recruitment

Salary: Competitive base + uncapped commission

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About DCS Recruitment:

DCS Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment agency with a strong presence across the UK construction, infrastructure, and technology sectors. Based in Central Manchester, our team is known for its market expertise, professionalism, and dynamic approach to recruitment. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates.

Role Overview:

We're seeking an ambitious and driven Construction Recruitment Consultant to join our high-performing team. You'll be responsible for managing and developing your own client portfolio, sourcing skilled candidates, and placing them in temporary and permanent construction roles across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing construction clients
  • Identify business opportunities and generate leads through sales calls, networking, and site visits
  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role briefing to offer stage
  • Source, screen, and interview candidates to assess their suitability
  • Write and post job adverts on job boards and social media platforms
  • Negotiate terms of business and fees with clients
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company policies

Candidate Requirements:

  • Proven experience in recruitment (ideally construction, trades, or industrial) - desirable but not essential
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Confidence in a sales environment with a willingness to make cold calls
  • Knowledge of the UK construction market - beneficial
  • Full UK driving licence - desirable for site visits

What We Offer:

  • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure
  • Clear progression path with training and development support
  • Modern city centre office with great transport links
  • Fun, fast-paced, and supportive team environment
  • Regular incentives, team events, and rewards
  • Access to industry-leading recruitment tools and tech

Interested?

Apply today and take the next step in your recruitment career with DCS Recruitment.

Alternatively, reach out directly to our team for a confidential discussion.

DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality