Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Recruitment Partner in the South West
Established in 2005, Harper Construction Recruitment has built a reputation as a trusted family-run recruitment agency specialising in construction sector staffing solutions. With nearly two decades of industry experience, we maintain a comprehensive database of over 72,000 pre-vetted workers, enabling rapid deployment of skilled personnel across the UK. Our dedicated account managers, many with prior construction industry experience, provide tailored recruitment services to both employers seeking qualified professionals and candidates looking for temporary or permanent roles.Operating primarily in the South West region while maintaining national reach, we support construction projects ranging from civil engineering to historic preservation. Our Temp to Perm solution offers cost-effective recruitment with no end fees, and our commitment to market-competitive wages ensures both client satisfaction and worker retention. Through strategic digital advertising and a 87% customer retention rate, we continue to strengthen our position as a leading construction recruitment partner.
Services
Construction Recruitment
Temporary Staffing
Permanent Placements
Sector-Specific Staffing
Nationwide Coverage
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 20 years' experience in construction recruitment since 2005
- Our 72,000-strong worker database enables rapid personnel deployment
- Dedicated account managers with construction industry backgrounds
- Nationwide coverage with 85% focus on South West region
- Temp to Perm solution with no end recruitment fees
Services
Construction Recruitment
We specialise in connecting construction employers with qualified professionals for temporary and permanent roles. Our rigorous vetting process ensures all workers possess valid CSCS/CPCS certifications and NVQ qualifications. With a database of 72,000 skilled operatives, we can typically fill positions within 24 hours while maintaining strict quality standards across all construction sectors.
Temporary Staffing
Our temporary staffing service provides construction firms with flexible workforce solutions for short-term projects. We maintain a ready pool of pre-vetted tradespeople including electricians, plumbers, and groundworkers. This service allows clients to scale their workforce according to project demands while maintaining compliance with industry safety standards.
Permanent Placements
We facilitate permanent placements for construction professionals seeking long-term career opportunities. Our service includes matching candidates' skills and experience with employers' specific requirements. The Temp to Perm solution offers employers a risk-free trial period with no end fees if they decide to hire the candidate permanently.
Sector-Specific Staffing
Our sector-specific staffing covers construction disciplines including civil engineering, modular build, and historic preservation. We maintain specialist databases for each field, ensuring we can supply workers with the precise qualifications required. This targeted approach reduces recruitment time while maintaining high standards across all construction specialisms.
Nationwide Coverage
While primarily serving the South West region, our recruitment services extend nationwide. We support construction projects across the UK through our extensive worker database and regional market knowledge. This national capability allows clients to maintain consistent staffing standards across multiple locations while benefiting from local market expertise.
People
Simon Harper
Managing Director
With construction industry experience since 1988, Simon leads our recruitment operations and specialises in modular build sector staffing solutions. He brings extensive sector knowledge to our management team.
Karen Harper
Company Secretary
As Company Secretary, Karen oversees administrative operations and supports our commitment to maintaining high standards in all aspects of our construction recruitment services.
Nathan Patch
Senior Consultant
Nathan provides expert recruitment consultancy, leveraging his construction industry background to match employers with qualified professionals across various construction sectors.
Felix James
Senior Consultant
Felix utilises his construction experience to deliver tailored staffing solutions, focusing on connecting employers with skilled workers who meet specific project requirements.
Jack Houghton
Recruitment Consultant
Jack supports our recruitment operations, working closely with both employers and candidates to ensure optimal matches for temporary and permanent construction roles.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in civil engineering, modular build, historic preservation, renewables, and general construction sectors across the UK.
How quickly can you fill construction positions?
We typically fill positions within 24 hours using our database of 72,000 pre-vetted construction professionals.
Do you offer permanent placement options?
Yes, our Temp to Perm solution allows employers to try workers on temporary contracts with no fee if they decide to hire permanently.
How do you verify worker qualifications?
We verify all CSCS/CPCS cards and NVQ qualifications through direct connection to official certification databases.
Do you operate outside the South West region?
While 85% of our business focuses on the South West, we provide construction recruitment services nationwide.
What payment terms do you offer?
We pay workers weekly upon receipt of verified timesheets and offer CIS payment processing for construction industry requirements.
