Advancing Construction & Engineering Careers Since 1993
Connecting the finest construction and engineering talent with the firms that need them most.
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I’ve run Ogilvie & Davies for thirty-four years. If I’ve contacted you, it’s because I believe you are genuinely suited to a role I’ve been exclusively instructed to handle. These aren’t speculative approaches. They are genuine opportunities with companies that have asked me to find the right person. So let’s talk about why I have approached you in confidence. You can hear the details, ask the questions that matter and decide whether it could be a meaningful advancement in your career.
Our Expertise
Sectors We Serve
Fit Out & Interior Services
All aspects of the interiors and fit out sector from commercial design & build and Traditional contractors, as well as high quality interior contractors, specialist trades and businesses focused on retail, residential and leisure.
Facilities Management
Working with respected facilities management providers of all levels and specialise in facilities management recruitment.
Mechanical & Electrical
Working with respected M&E contractors of all levels and specialises in building services recruitment directly into the main contractors.
Rail
Working across all elements from trackside, underground and all aspects of the rail industry and major projects.
Civil Engineering
Highways, utilities, power, groundworks and major civil engineering contracts for flagship names and some the most respected organisations in the world.
Social Housing & New Homes
Working closely with the providers of housing regeneration, maintenance and decent homes schemes across nationwide.
House Building
Working closely with respected housing developers across the UK in both traditional building, timber and high rise, steel and RC frame.
Building
Working with respected regional main contractors to the largest and leading main contractors in London, the UK and the world. Projects span the commercial, residential and mixed-use as well as education, health, retail, technology, leisure and industrial.
What people say about us
"When recruiting, our primary focus is to feel listened to and for someone to understand exactly what our needs are. John always takes the time to understand exactly what we are looking for and helps us achieve this by putting in maximum effort. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend John."
Amy Pritchard
HR
"John is a breath of fresh air — a pleasure to deal with, he feels like an extension of our team. He is responsive and resourceful, always honest in his assessment and his feedback, and he gets results. In a world where people can be seen as commodities, he sees the person."
Mairi Probin
Chief People Officer, The MAPD Group
"We have worked with John on numerous assignments and continue to do so. John and his team are a pleasure to deal with — efficient, proactive, and they have found us some great candidates. We would highly recommend their services."
Richard Ludlow
CEO
"I am really glad I worked with Ogilvie and Davies to move into my current position. Moving firms can be daunting but the whole process was made really easy and the communication was fantastic."
Lizzie
Candidate
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