Principal Recruitment Consultant

Principal Recruitment Consultant - Construction

TEN Recruitment are seeking an experienced Principal Recruitment Consultant to join our growing business and take a leadership role within our Construction division.

About TEN Recruitment

As a WA-owned and managed organisation, we pride ourselves on being deeply connected to the local market while operating with global standards. You'll work alongside industry specialists with over 85 years of local international recruitment experience, joining a business that has trained and developed many of Perth's highest-performing consultants. This is a chance to shape a growing division and directly influence the future of the business.

The Role:

In this senior appointment, you will lead your own portfolio, drive commercial growth and take ownership of key relationships across the Construction sector. You'll operate with autonomy while contributing to the strategic direction of your desk and the wider division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a 360-degree recruitment desk within Construction
• Build and deepen long-term relationships across builders, contractors and consultancies
• Drive business development, securing new clients and expanding existing accounts
• Lead search and selection strategies for both active and passive talent
• Deliver a high-quality recruitment process from brief to placement and post-placement support
• Provide market intelligence and strategic advice to clients and candidates
• Mentor and support Consultants as the team scales

About You:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in end-to-end recruitment, ideally within Construction or Technical sectors
• Demonstrated success in business development and revenue generation
• Well-developed network and strong commercial awareness of the WA construction market
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Resilient, driven and motivated by performance and outcomes
• Able to influence senior stakeholders and build trusted partnerships
• Positive, collaborative and committed to delivering outstanding service

Why TEN?

• Strategic role with genuine influence and ownership
• Work alongside industry leaders with ongoing professional development
• Real opportunities to grow into leadership as the division expands
• A culture centered on teamwork, performance, authenticity, fun, hard work and trust

If you're ready to elevate your recruitment career, submit your resume to Nik Hardiman - [email protected] or call 08 6118 2278 for a confidential discussion.