Northgate Developments

Building a High-Performing Project Team for a Major Residential Development

Industry:

General Building

Company Size:

250+ employees

Engagement Length:

10 weeks

Services Delivered:

Executive Search, Permanent Recruitment, Market Mapping

Overview

Northgate Developments was preparing to enter a critical phase of a large residential scheme and needed to strengthen several areas of its project team. With timelines already established, the priority was finding experienced candidates without compromising on quality or cultural fit.


The Challenge

The business required multiple senior appointments across commercial and operational functions in a competitive candidate market.


Our Approach

McMillan Edwards developed a focused search strategy combining existing industry networks, targeted market mapping and direct candidate engagement. Each candidate was assessed against both the technical requirements of the role and the wider ambitions of the business.


The Outcome

Three key appointments were successfully made across the project team, giving the client additional capability ahead of the next stage of development.


Roles Filled

Project Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Site Manager

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