How can you take the hassle of out hiring?

8 ways a construction recruitment agency takes the hassle out of hiring

Recruitment in the construction industry is notoriously complex, with fluctuating project demands, contract types, skills requirements and regulations turning the process into a minefield.

However, construction recruitment specialists in the UK can take a load off by helping you find talented professionals that fit seamlessly into your organisation. But how exactly does a construction agency take the hassle out of hiring?

1. Accessing potential employees without advertising

The best construction recruitment agencies will already have a vast selection of skilled candidates on their books – as well as an established network of industry contacts – so you don’t need to undertake any costly or time-consuming outreach work to find them.

2. Identifying the best candidates, so you don’t need to

Using their extensive expertise in the sector, the construction recruitment agency will sift through and choose candidates with the most relevant qualifications and experience, and find people who are the right fit for your organisation. They’ll then contact them on your behalf to find out whether they’re interested, and provide you with a list.

3. Arranging interviews and other screening checks

Once you’ve reviewed the list, the construction recruitment specialist will organise interviews and skills assessments – taking stress out of arranging times, dates and places – and support them throughout the recruitment process by answering any questions and providing guidance.

4. Ensuring regulatory compliance

Construction recruitment specialists have expert knowledge of employment laws, health and safety standards and industry-specific regulations – such as IR35 and the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) – and check candidates have the correct right-to-work documentation, qualifications and certifications. This ensures you remain compliant and reduces the risk of legal disputes, penalties or project delays.

5. Making the job offer and negotiating

When you’ve selected the best candidate, the agency can put the job offer forward to them and negotiate the salary or any other conditions of employment, remaining the main point of contact throughout the process.

6. Onboarding new staff

When the candidate has accepted the job offer, some construction recruitment agencies will also help you onboard them, helping them transition into their new role and integrate smoothly into your organisation.

7. Saving you time

Ultimately, by managing the recruitment process, a construction recruitment agency reduces your administrative burden and frees up plenty of time for you to focus on the many other important tasks your project demands.

8. Reducing your costs

You can save significant labour and advertising costs by using a construction recruitment agency, and you’re less likely to hire the incorrect people – reducing any time and resources wasted on hiring inappropriate candidates.

We can help you hire the right construction workers.

At City Calling, we take the time to understand your organisation and use our construction expertise and network to identify the very best candidates for your project.