Construction Hiring Exposed: 5 Things Recruiters Do Behind the Scenes

Construction Hiring Exposed: 5 Things Recruiters Do Behind the Scenes

The truth about what really goes on behind the scenes at Breagh Recruitment.

When you see a job ad, a LinkedIn message, or a quick phone call from a recruiter, it might look simple from the outside, but behind every successful placement is a massive amount of hidden graft.

At Breagh Recruitment, we believe in being transparent about the work we put in for our candidates. Because securing you the right job doesn’t happen by luck… it happens through relentless effort, constant communication, and a full team working flat-out to get you across the line.

Here are 5 key facts that show just how hard we work for you throughout the recruitment life cycle, from first contact to offer stage.

1️⃣ It Takes an Average of 57+ Phone Calls to Place One Candidate

People don’t realise how many conversations happen behind the scenes.

Just for one candidate, we’re on the phone:

• Discussing the role

• Preparing you for interview

• Speaking with HR

• Chasing feedback

• Negotiating packages

• Confirming start dates

• Double-checking the paperwork

It’s not a one-and-done phone call it’s a constant cycle of communication to make sure you’re supported and the employer is aligned.

2️⃣ The Average Interview Process Takes 7–14 Days (And We’re There for Every Step)

Most candidates don’t see the orchestration behind the scenes.

While you’re preparing for the interview, we’re:

• Speaking with the hiring manager

• Matching your experience to exact project needs

• Sending you prep notes

• Helping you shape your answers

• Confirming the meeting

• Pushing for a quick turnaround

• Gathering feedback

• Getting you ready for stage two if needed

A two-week interview process can feel quick because we work hard to make it feel quick.

3️⃣ We Review Hundreds of CVs for 1 Job to Present Only a Shortlist of 3–5 Candidates

Our job is to save employers time and that means we’re putting the hours in long before your CV arrives on someone’s desk.

To get to a shortlist of just a few top-quality candidates, we’re reviewing:

• Dozens of applicants

• CVs from our database

• Talented people we’ve spoken to in the last year

• Market matches across Ireland and Europe

• Passive candidates who need convincing to move

Only the best and most relevant make the shortlist and that’s why our candidates stand out.

4️⃣ It Can Take 6-9 Months of Relationship Building Before a Candidate Makes a Move

People don’t switch jobs overnight especially in construction.

Sometimes we:

• Talk to someone monthly

• Keep them updated on the market

• Help them polish their CV

• Give them advice about timing

• Match them with the right project when it finally lands

The best placements often come from long, steady relationships not quick wins.

5️⃣We Spend Up to 2 Hours Writing & Tailoring Every Single CV Submission

Most people think we fire off CVs instantly.

Nope.

Before your name hits a hiring manager’s inbox, we:

• Tailor your profile

• Highlight relevant experience

• Reword project descriptions

• Align it with the spec

• Polish formatting

• Remove anything that might undersell you

Every single submission is handcrafted because that’s what gets interviews.

Final Thought: We Work Hard So You Don’t Have To

Recruitment might look simple from the outside, but behind every “We’d like to offer you the role” moment is:

• Hours of sourcing

• Endless communication

• Constant prep and guidance

• Careful matching

• Market expertise

• Negotiation

• And genuine passion for helping people progress

At Breagh Recruitment, we take pride in doing the work others don’t see so you can focus on what matters: your career.

If you're thinking about a move in 2026, now you know exactly how hard we’ll work to make it happen.