Business Details
38 Years
experience
Specialist Recruitment for Construction & Engineering Professionals
Contract Scotland has redefined recruitment in Scotland's construction, engineering, property, and business support sectors for over 35 years. As a specialist technical and professional recruitment consultancy, we operate without traditional target and commission models, providing objective, transparent services that deliver lasting value. Our extensive network of 45,000+ professionals and 17,500+ placements demonstrates our industry leadership. We offer tailored solutions including contingency recruitment, retained search, and payroll bureau services, supported by our CS Executive division for high-level appointments. Recognised through multiple awards including Best Recruitment Consultancy at the S1 Job Awards, we combine deep sector knowledge with a commitment to quality and transparency.Our consultants provide individualised advice, understanding that each client's needs are unique. With a focus on long-term relationships rather than transactional interactions, we help both candidates and clients achieve their goals. Our team's average tenure of 8 years reflects our stable, expert workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service. Through industry partnerships and continuous engagement with sector developments, we maintain our position as Scotland's leading construction and engineering recruitment specialists.
Services
Construction Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Property Recruitment
Executive Search
Payroll Services
International Recruitment
Temporary Staffing
Retained Search
Candidate Referral
Sector Specialisation
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialist recruitment expertise in construction and engineering sectors
- Our team has an average tenure of 8 years, ensuring consistent service quality
- We guarantee 94% permanent placement success rate in 2024
- We've paid 25K+ in candidate referral fees since 2014
- We've won multiple industry awards including Best Recruitment Consultancy
Services
Construction Recruitment
Specialist recruitment solutions for construction professionals across Scotland and internationally. We connect employers with skilled workers for permanent, temporary, and contract roles in residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. Our expertise covers all construction disciplines from site management to quantity surveying.
Engineering Recruitment
Comprehensive recruitment services for engineering professionals in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. We serve both established contractors and emerging firms seeking qualified engineers, technicians, and design professionals across Scotland and global markets.
Executive Search
Specialist executive recruitment through our CS Executive division for senior leadership roles in construction and engineering sectors. We conduct detailed market analysis and confidential searches to identify high-level professionals for board-level, director, and strategic management positions.
International Recruitment
Support for UK construction and engineering professionals seeking international opportunities in Canada, Australia, and other global markets. We facilitate relocation, visa processes, and local market integration for both candidates and employers expanding overseas.
Payroll Bureau
Payroll solutions for temporary and freelance workers in the construction and engineering sectors. Our service handles payroll administration, tax compliance, and payment processing for employers requiring flexible workforce solutions without in-house capabilities.
People
Alan Shave
Director
Specialising in civil engineering recruitment since 2006, Alan leads Contract Scotland's executive search division. With expertise in building industry networks, he focuses on tailored recruitment solutions for construction professionals across Scotland.
Jade Mitchell
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Specialising in engineering consultancy recruitment, Jade connects professionals with opportunities across Scotland. With experience in both permanent and temporary roles, she focuses on building long-term relationships between candidates and employers in the construction sector.
Julie Fleming
Director
With over 15 years in construction recruitment, Julie manages building and business support divisions. Her expertise in temporary recruitment includes placing professionals in over 1,500 contracts while contributing to strategic operations at Contract Scotland.
Questions
What sectors does Contract Scotland specialise in?
We specialise in construction, civil engineering, property, engineering consultancy, and business support services recruitment across Scotland and internationally.
How does Contract Scotland's recruitment process differ from traditional agencies?
We operate without traditional commission models, focusing on objective, transparent services that prioritise long-term relationships over transactional interactions.
Can Contract Scotland help with international job opportunities?
Yes, our international division helps UK professionals relocate to construction and engineering roles in Canada, Australia, and other global markets.
What recruitment solutions do you offer?
We provide contingency recruitment, retained search, payroll bureau services, executive search through CS Executive, and candidate referral schemes.
How successful are your placements?
Our 2024 data shows 94% permanent placement success rate with 17,500+ total placements made to date.
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Reviews (2)
Darren McGuire
Nov 21, 2021
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Professional outfit, who provided a great service from start to finish. Can't recommend Contract Scotland highly enough.
George Jamieson
Oct 27, 2019
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I returned to Scotland in 1998 after living and working abroad for many years. The first job I got was working freelance as a site engineer through Contract Scotland. Over the last 20 years, many of them as a freelance engineer, I have never worked through any other agency. There was no need. The staff at Contract Scotland always managed to secure. contracts that were suitable for me at the time.
I have no problem recommending Contract to any engineer or manager looking to work on a freelance basis. Although I am currently working directly for a client, I look forward to rekindling my relationship with Contract in the future.
I have no problem recommending Contract to any engineer or manager looking to work on a freelance basis. Although I am currently working directly for a client, I look forward to rekindling my relationship with Contract in the future.
