Case Studies
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Momentum, Inc (Design-Build)
Role: Multiple Key Hires (Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Interior Designers)
Region: Nationwide (Headquartered in Seattle, WA)Overview:
Momentum, Inc., a nationally respected design-build general contractor, engaged Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) in early 2024 to support its continued growth through strategic hiring. With a Downtown Seattle headquarters and projects spanning the country, Momentum sought to scale its team with versatile professionals skilled in project delivery and account management.Challenge:
Momentum required candidates with a unique blend of technical expertise and client-facing capabilities to manage a diverse portfolio, including new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse. The firm’s collaborative, design-build model necessitated individuals who could seamlessly integrate across phases of a project while embodying the company’s high standards.Solution:
PRG partnered closely with Momentum’s leadership team from the outset, aligning on role specifications, cultural fit, and long-term talent strategy. By applying a tailored recruitment approach and drawing on a strong national network, PRG executed searches for critical positions across functions and seniority levels.Results:
- Successfully recruited multiple high-impact hires since January 2024
- Maintained a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates
- Strengthened Momentum’s ability to deliver complex projects nationwide through strategic talent acquisition -
Absher Construction Company
Role: Multiple Key Hires (Project Executives, Superintendents, Senior Project Managers)
Region: Pacific NorthwestOverview:
Absher Construction, a leading commercial building contractor with three offices across the Pacific Northwest, partnered with Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) in 2019 to enhance its talent acquisition strategy. What began as a targeted search for a Project Executive in the firm’s Federal Division has evolved into a long-term partnership supporting over twenty successful hires across critical leadership and field roles.Challenge:
Operating in a highly competitive market, Absher needed to attract top-tier talent while competing with national firms offering similar opportunities. The company sought candidates who not only brought technical excellence but also aligned with Absher’s values-driven culture and commitment to quality.Solution:
PRG worked in close collaboration with Absher’s leadership to understand their organizational goals, project demands, and unique value proposition as an employer. Through a combination of strategic search tactics, industry insight, and brand storytelling, PRG helped elevate Absher’s employer brand while delivering high-caliber candidates across multiple disciplines.Results:
- Over 30 positions filled across departments and seniority levels
- Strengthened talent pipeline in a highly competitive hiring environment
- Ongoing partnership built on early alignment and shared commitment to growth -
Evergreen Investment Company
Role: Director of Construction
Region: Arizona (Nationwide Search)Overview:
Evergreen Investment Company, a privately held real estate investment firm with significant assets in Arizona and Tennessee, engaged Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) to lead the search for a Director of Construction. The appointment was critical to support Evergreen’s ambitious new development projects in Arizona.Challenge:
The role had been open for six months under a previous search firm with no successful placement. Evergreen required a candidate with strong leadership capabilities and construction expertise aligned with their growth objectives and regional focus.Solution:
PRG collaborated closely with Evergreen’s leadership to develop a detailed candidate competency profile that clearly reflected the role’s requirements and company goals. Leveraging a nationwide search approach and PRG’s extensive industry network, the team targeted and engaged highly qualified candidates.Results:
Role filled within three months of PRG takeover
Successfully identified a candidate aligned with Evergreen’s strategic vision
Delivered a revitalized and efficient search process that met critical timelines
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City of Port Townsend
Role: Deputy Director of Public Works
Region: Port Townsend, WA (Statewide & Nationwide Search)Overview:
The City of Port Townsend’s Engineering Department oversees the management and maintenance of critical regional infrastructure for this coastal Victorian port town of approximately 10,000 residents. The City engaged Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) in early 2024 to lead the search for a Deputy Director of Public Works—an essential leadership role amid growing infrastructure demands and regulatory complexities faced by local governments.Challenge:
With the role vacant for over a year, the City faced challenges common to local government recruitment: attracting qualified candidates who understood public-sector regulations, budget constraints, and community engagement, while also possessing strong leadership and technical expertise. The competitive market for public works professionals added to the difficulty.Solution:
PRG designed and executed a targeted state and nationwide search strategy that balanced technical requirements with cultural and community fit. By leveraging industry networks and deep knowledge of public-sector hiring challenges, PRG identified and presented a shortlist of highly qualified candidates within four months.Results:
Three top candidates presented by April 2024
Successful candidate relocated and onboarded by July 2024
Continued partnership supporting additional engineering and leadership hires at the City
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Sorenson Gross
Role: Vice President of Construction
Region: Mid-AtlanticOverview:
With over a century of success in the Midwest, Sorenson Gross sought to replicate that legacy in the Mid-Atlantic region by expanding their leadership team. They engaged Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) to lead an executive search for a Vice President of Construction — a key strategic hire to accelerate regional growth.Challenge:
The role required a seasoned construction leader with deep knowledge of the local market, a proven ability to lead teams, and a clear strategic vision to support long-term business goals. Finding the right candidate who aligned with the company’s culture and ambitions was critical to the success of the expansion.Solution:
PRG leveraged its deep industry network, market intelligence, and targeted search methodology to identify, vet, and engage high-caliber candidates. By focusing on both technical expertise and cultural fit, PRG delivered a shortlist of top-tier professionals.Results:
- Position filled within 90 days
- Candidate selected from a highly qualified shortlist
- Delivered a seamless executive search experience aligned with Sorenson Gross’s values and growth strategy -
SABarchitects
Role: Design Director, Healthcare Division
Region: Seattle, WA (Regional Search)Overview:
SABArchitects (now Boulder Associates), a medium-sized design firm based in Seattle, sought to strategically diversify their business by strengthening their healthcare division. To lead this growth initiative, they engaged Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) to conduct a focused regional search for a Design Director with the right mix of expertise and cultural fit.Challenge:
The firm needed a candidate capable of driving new revenue opportunities within a competitive healthcare design market, while integrating smoothly into the firm’s collaborative culture. Identifying this combination of skills and personality within a limited candidate pool posed a significant challenge.Solution:
PRG implemented a comprehensive, targeted regional search that prioritized not only technical qualifications but also alignment with SABArchitects’ values and team dynamics. This dual focus enabled PRG to present highly suitable candidates promptly.Results:
Role filled within 120 days
Secured a candidate positioned to lead healthcare growth initiatives
Enhanced SABArchitects’ competitive position in the healthcare design market
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Urban Visions Inc
Role: Development Managers
Region: Seattle, WA (Urban Core Market)Overview:
Urban Visions, a distinguished boutique real estate developer based in Seattle, specializes in innovative urban core developments within the Class A office and life sciences sectors. Known for award-winning projects and a lean operational model, Urban Visions prioritizes hiring top-tier talent to drive its strategic growth.Challenge:
To enhance its development capabilities for several significant projects, Urban Visions required highly skilled Development Managers who could deliver excellence while fitting into its focused, high-performance culture.Solution:
PRG collaborated closely with Urban Visions to execute a targeted recruitment strategy aimed at identifying qualified Development Managers with the technical expertise and cultural alignment to support the firm’s ambitious project pipeline.Results:
Successfully sourced and placed qualified Development Managers
Strengthened Urban Visions’ project delivery capacity in competitive market sectors
Fostered a partnership focused on strategic talent acquisition aligned with Urban Visions’ growth objectives
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Westlake Consulting Group
Role: Multiple Key Staff (Project Management and Client-Facing Roles)
Region: Washington and CaliforniaOverview:
Westlake Consulting Group is a specialized consulting firm serving the Life Sciences, Healthcare, and large commercial development sectors in Washington and California. Partnering closely with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies, Westlake delivers critical project management services tailored to a highly demanding client base.Challenge:
Westlake’s unique business model required candidates combining deep technical expertise, relevant project experience, and superior client management skills to navigate complex, multidisciplinary projects and maintain strong client relationships.Solution:
PRG leveraged its industry knowledge and regional networks to identify and attract professionals who matched Westlake’s specialized needs. This strategic recruitment approach supported Westlake’s growth and enhanced its service capabilities across key markets.Results:
Multiple key hires successfully placed in Washington and California
Strengthened Westlake’s capacity to serve high-profile clients in complex sectors
Enabled sustained growth through targeted talent acquisition
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Turner Construction
Role: Multiple Key Positions (Lead Superintendents, Senior Project Managers)
Region: Seattle, WA (Regional with Nationwide Talent Pool)Overview:
Turner Construction, one of the largest commercial building contractors in the U.S., has partnered with Preston Recruitment Group (PRG) since 2019 to fill critical roles in their Seattle regional office. Known for managing some of the most complex projects in the region, Turner demands top-tier talent to maintain its leadership position.Challenge:
To support highly technical and complex projects, Turner required exceptional candidates willing to either relocate to the Pacific Northwest or transition locally from competing firms. The competitive market for construction leadership posed significant recruitment challenges.Solution:
PRG conducted a nationwide search, leveraging deep industry networks and targeted outreach to identify and engage highly qualified candidates with proven experience and a strong cultural fit for Turner’s demanding environment.Results:
Successfully placed multiple Lead Superintendents, Senior Project Managers, and Project Engineers
Expanded Turner’s local talent pool by attracting candidates from across the country
Supported Turner’s continued success on complex, high-profile regional projects
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Northwest Playground
Role: Director of Field Operations
Region: Pacific Northwest (Regional Search)Overview:
Northwest Playground Inc. is a specialist playground, park, and recreation contractor and equipment supplier operating nationwide from the Pacific Northwest. Serving schools, local governments, and other clients, they deliver design, equipment, and construction services for contemporary playgrounds and recreational facilities.Challenge:
As the company expanded, Northwest Playground needed an experienced Director of Field Operations to lead projects and teams, enhance operational protocols, and maintain high client satisfaction. The role required candidates with strong leadership but in a niche sector that lacks the high visibility of large-scale construction projects.Solution:
PRG executed a targeted regional search, focusing on experienced Civil and Commercial Superintendents from major firms. PRG promoted the unique nature of the opportunity to attract candidates interested in diverse, impactful projects outside typical high-rise or infrastructure work.Results:
Role filled within 60 days
Multiple qualified candidates interviewed
Strengthened Northwest Playground’s leadership and operational excellence
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Dawson Construction
Role: Senior Superintendent
Region: Washington and Alaska (Nationwide Search)Overview:
Dawson Construction, a general contractor based in Bellingham, WA—a growing town with a limited local talent pool—was expanding into larger, more complex projects. The company needed to hire a highly experienced Senior Superintendent capable of managing significant construction efforts across Washington and remote, rural locations in Alaska.Challenge:
Recruiting for projects in geographically dispersed and often remote areas like Alaska introduced unique challenges, including candidate relocation concerns, logistical complexities, and the need for adaptable leadership able to handle varied site conditions. The limited availability of local candidates with experience managing large-scale projects further intensified the search.Solution:
PRG conducted a comprehensive nationwide search, leveraging its extensive industry network to identify and attract Senior Superintendents with the technical skills and flexibility to thrive in both Washington and Alaska’s remote environments. The strategy emphasized candidates’ ability to manage multi-million-dollar projects in challenging locations.Results:
Successfully recruited two Senior Superintendents capable of leading projects valued over $50M
Overcame geographic and logistical recruitment challenges through targeted nationwide sourcing
Continued partnership resulted in filling several additional key vacancies at Dawson Construction
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Keystone Masonry Inc
Role: Project Management
Region: Olympia, WA (Regional Search)Overview:
Keystone Masonry Inc., a specialist masonry contractor near Olympia, Washington, sought to expand its team by hiring experienced construction professionals from general contracting firms. Their goal was to elevate project delivery by bringing in talent with broad construction expertise.Challenge:
Recruiting candidates from general contractors to join a specialist masonry firm presented a unique challenge, as marketing and selling these roles requires overcoming industry perceptions and emphasizing the distinct opportunities within specialty contracting.Solution:
PRG immediately undertook a targeted search, leveraging industry knowledge and a focused approach to articulate Keystone Masonry’s value proposition to the right candidates. This strategy enabled PRG to quickly identify professionals ready to transition into a specialist contractor environment.Results:
Two qualified candidates successfully placed within weeks
Strengthened Keystone Masonry’s project delivery capabilities
Demonstrated PRG’s ability to overcome niche recruitment challenges
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