What sets Building Environs apart?

Our approach, and what we do best

Above and beyond

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Recruiting better talent

A business is only as good as the people it hires. At Building Environs our aim is to give employers operating within the Built Environment industries the best possible opportunity to hire high performers who suit their culture. We help our clients to out-perform their competitors and create better teams via a rigorous search, and personable approaches to candidates.

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Engaging with high-performers

We are always focussing on connecting with successful high performing individuals, through both active and passive methods - either candidates with potential or those who already have 'runs on the board'. With deep relationships in place, we are able to recruit better, more suited employees to our clients’ businesses whilst also helping to develop and implement a better recruitment process.

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Working closely with our clients

The services we offer at Building Environs go beyond the core function of placing good people into good roles within good companies. We have set up “Insitu” Recruitment and offer Recruitment Process Consulting (RPC) to give our clients all the information they need to hire the perfect candidate.  We act as the 'go to' point of contact for our clients regards all things talent and recruitment. 

Our Specialities

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Commercial Construction

Supplying both Head Contractors and specialist Subcontractors, in New Build and Fit-out projects - site base leadership roles through to technical office based roles in Design, Estimating, Coordination, Contracts/Commercial.  We also undertake retained work to deliver General Manager, Construciton Manager and Director roles.

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Project Management and Quantity Surveying

Providing recruitment solutions across Client-Side, Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors. Regardless of project types, size and stature of the professional services property clients, we offer contingent recruitment services for junior and mid-level roles, retained services for more senior level positions, including Divisional Leadership and Director level jobs.

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Property Development

Recruiting across Development and Property; Acquisition to Asset and Facilities Management.  Our deep network of contacts spans Private Property Developers, Listed Property Institutions and Corporate Real Estate firms.  We provide our full range of recruitment services, including retained assignments on stratigic positions.   

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Engineering Consultancy

Working with medium to large scale Consulting Engineering businesses, we offer our full range of recruitment solutions across Land Development, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Civil / Structural and Facade specailist markets, but specialise in delivering senior level retained assignments for our clients in these sectors.

About us

Our Founder and Director Martin Preece, began his recruitment career in the UK in 2005 and has successfully led teams and placed candidates into a variety of roles across almost every sector of the Built Environment.

Building Environs was founded in 2020 with the vision of providing employers with robust and effective recruitment solutions, through a personal and dependable approach.  We've moved away from the recruitment industry 'norm' of providing 'quick wins' and transactional recruitment.  We focus on adding value, supporting the client's business and investing our time in making their businesses stronger.

With over 17 years Construction, Property and Engineering recruitment experience - Building Environs Recruitment is a modern forward thinking Built Environment recruitment company focussing on the key markets of Construction, Property Development & Engineering industries, in Melbourne and South East Queensland - Brisbane, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast

Comments and Reviews

Having worked with hundreds of clients and candidates, we're proud to share some of our client's and candidate's feedback:

I had the pleasure of working with Building Environs during my job search, and I highly appreciate their professionalism and support. From our initial conversation, they demonstrated a strong understanding of the industry and provided valuable insights into the role and company.

They were proactive in keeping me informed throughout the process, ensuring clear communication and timely updates. Their approach were always respectful and professional, making the experience smooth and stress-free.

I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a recruiter which is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit for both candidates and employers.

Tony S

Project Engineer

Building Environs are the gold standard for Construction recruitment. I can’t recommend them highly enough.

Joshua

Employer

I had an excellent experience with Building Environs, which made the whole recruitment process seamless and encouraging. They took the time to understand my skills, experience, and career goals, which allowed them to match me in a role that compliments perfectly with my experience, but also with a company that aligns with my values.

Benjamin G

Site Engineer / Project Coordinator

Great Communication & Knowledge. Highly Recommended

Mark E

Project Manager

When Martin called me for the first time, I was bit hesitant about the profile but the way he explained and communicated made me comfortable and all my anxiety went away. He is knowledgable, thorough and very helpful. I would highly recommend him and his organisation, Building Environs Recruitment.

Sunali G

Contract Compliance Officer

Martin’s conduct throughout my job search was as good as I’ve experienced , As an applicant, I found he was knowledgeable, courteous and displayed a passionate intent to find the right opportunity for the right person.
I am happy to recommend Building Environs Recruitment.

Rhett P

Site Manager/Supervisor

Building Environs successfully helped me gain employment with my current employer, at the end of 2020. They are extremely personable and our correspondence were always friendly, professional and helpful. I was fully supported during the application and interview process and received valuable guidance and assistance. It was clear that they were trying to find the right fit for both employer and candidate, through their communication style, transparency and diligence. The overall experience was stress free, conversational and very organic. I love my new role and company, we are a great fit, and I thank them for their efforts in connecting us.

Carrie E

Administrator - Construction

Highly recommend Building Environs Recruitment. They are skilled, thorough & passionate recruiter who I found to be very helpful and knowledgeable of the local industry. Credit to them finding me a role in a very tough environment.

Michael W

CA/Estimator

I found Martin is honest and straightforward.

Vinodh S

Estimator

Martin’s years of experience in recruitment show not only through his knowledge of a role or company, but also through his genuine and honest help through the recruitment process. I found Martin to be a real pleasure to deal with.

Olivia G

Service & Warranty Coordinator

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