Book a discovery call

PeopleProcessPerformance

expertise in

Specialty Contractors

Innovative recruitment practices

Industrial QOP's searches start with the realities of specialty contracting: self-performed trade scopes, crew productivity, material coordination, equipment readiness, and GC-driven compliance. We focus on candidates who have successfully delivered similar work across design-bid-build and alternative delivery, with demonstrated strength in safety, schedule recovery, and change management. We match that experience to the project types, contract risk, and field conditions you’re actually facing — not generic resumes.

QUALITY OPERATIONS, QUALITY TALENT, REAL IMPACT,

High-touch approach that drives results

At Industrial QOP, “high-touch” means staying anchored to how the work is actually executed: field operations, safety-critical tasks, tight schedules, and contract-driven compliance such as certified payroll on prevailing-wage jobs. It’s clear, plain-language communication that accurately reflects scope, risks, and expectations, so only candidates with relevant experience engage. That reduces mismatches, stabilizes teams, and cuts interview time spent on the wrong profiles.

Top Performers

Frequently filled functions

1

Project Management

Project Managers, Program Managers, Project Directors, and Project Executives for heavy civil, utilities, transit, and water infrastructure delivery teams.
2

Field Operations and Superintendent roles

General Superintendents, Site Superintendents, Area Superintendents, Field Operations Managers, and Construction Managers for self-perform civil and multi-trade field execution.
3

Estimating and Preconstruction

Chief Estimators, Estimating Managers, Preconstruction Managers, Bid Managers, and Alternative Delivery Leads for heavy civil pursuits and complex scope development.
4

Safety

Safety Directors, Regional Safety Managers, Project Safety Managers, HSE Managers, and Site Safety Supervisors for civil infrastructure sites and multi-employer jobsite environments.
5

Equipment and Fleet Operations

Equipment Managers, Fleet Managers, Heavy Equipment Directors, Shop Managers, and Equipment Procurement Managers supporting earthmoving, paving, crane, and utility construction fleets.
6

Contracts, Commercial, and Claims

Contracts Managers, Commercial Managers, Claims Managers, Contract Administrators, and Subcontract Administrators supporting change order administration, documentation standards, and closeout compliance.

Over 14,000 candidates engaged on a monthly basis.

+8

years

of experience in the Specialty Contracting sector

2.5

weeks

average time to hire, from intake call to top candidate accepting an offer.

Our Process

Proven results through a proactive outbound strategy.

Frequently asked questions

How do we run searches for companies in specialty contracting?

Industrial QOP uses a fully outbound recruitment process. We do not post jobs or rely on inbound applicants. We define the requirements, map the talent in construction, and reach out directly to professionals who match those requirements. This keeps the search focused on proven performers instead of active job seekers.

How do we decide which candidates to target and present?

We convert your brief into clear must have criteria for experience, responsibilities, and results. We then identify professionals who meet those criteria and speak with them to confirm depth, alignment, and readiness. Only candidates who fit the role and environment are presented.

How fast do we deliver candidates?

On average, we provide a usable shortlist within 2.5 weeks. The outbound model removes delays caused by job postings and allows us to target relevant profiles immediately, which reduces interview waste and shortens the hiring cycle.

How does our pricing and guarantee work?

We operate on a full contingency basis. All research and outreach are funded upfront. You are invoiced 30 days after the hire starts. If the hire does not stay for at least 180 days, we restart the search under the same agreement. This keeps most of the risk on our side until the hire is stable.

Do we also handle executive and leadership roles in specialty contracting?

Yes. Over the past eight years we have built a strong network of operators, senior managers, and leadership professionals within specialty contracting. When an executive search comes in, we use that network to identify leaders with relevant experience, proven judgment, and stable track records. This lets us support both day-to-day ancillary hiring and higher-level leadership needs within the same industry.

How do we handle confidentiality during the search?

We keep both sides protected. Candidate conversations stay private, and client details are only shared once a candidate meets the core requirements and expresses genuine interest. This avoids unnecessary exposure for both the company and the candidate.

How do we communicate with candidates throughout the process?

We contact candidates directly, set expectations early, and relay only accurate information about the role. Candidates understand the workload, environment, and reporting structure before speaking with you. This reduces mismatched expectations and improves close rates.