Neilson Recruitment Ltd

We help industrial businesses hire senior leaders with clarity and confidence. Neilson Recruitment is an executive search firm specialising in senior and specialist appointments across the construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. Founded and led by Alan Neilson, we work closely with business owners and leadership teams to build the talent that drives operational performance and long-term growth. With nearly two decades of experience, we support companies when the hire is too important to get wrong. Our retained search process is built around structure, transparency and measurable outcomes. This gives our clients the confidence to make hiring decisions based on evidence, not instinct. Whether you are replacing a key leader, expanding your senior team, or navigating succession, we deliver the people who fit and stay. What We Deliver Senior leadership hires across operations, commercial, technical and sales roles Site, plant and factory managers for manufacturing and engineering businesses Project delivery, commercial and general management appointments in construction What Sets Us Apart Deep knowledge of the construction, engineering and manufacturing sectors Transparent retained search with weekly updates, market mapping and salary benchmarks Straightforward, honest advice throughout every stage of the search One point of contact from start to finish for a calm and focused experience