In the construction industry, where meeting deadlines and managing budgets are critical, finding the right talent quickly and cost-effectively is a constant challenge. While many construction companies rely on recruitment agencies to fill key positions, particularly white-collar roles, there’s a smarter and more budget-friendly solution: job board advertising.
| Hiring Wizard | Recruitment Agencies |
| Average cost per job advert is £400 (multiple hires can be made on one advert) | Average cost of £3,500 per hire within the construction industry (depending on role complexity and agency fees) |
| Fixed cost per advert, no ongoing fees for repeat hires | Ongoing fees for each hire, significant cost per recruitment |
| Access to thousands of job seekers, wide geographical reach | Typically limited to a shortlist of 10-20 candidates per position |
| Faster hiring process with instant access to candidates | May take 4-8 weeks to fill a role due to recruitment agency processes |
| Tailored job ads and campaigns to showcase company culture, values, and benefits; enhances employer brand visibility and long-term talent attraction | Focuses on filling roles rather than promoting employer brand; limited support for EVP development |
| Full control over job ads, branding, candidate screening, and campaign adjustments; build a reusable talent pool | Limited control, as agencies handle candidate selection, shortlisting, and much of the hiring process |
| A dedicated client success manager provides tailored assistance throughout the hiring process, offering as much or as little support as needed | support is process-driven and varies by agency |
The Cost Advantage
Recruitment agencies charge significant fees – typically 15-25% of a candidate’s annual salary and they often take up to 8 weeks to fill a position. To put this into perspective, hiring a quantity surveyor earning £45,000 could cost up to £9,000 in agency fees. In comparison, job board advertising offers fixed, affordable costs. For the price of one agency placement, you could advertise multiple roles, reaching a wider and more diverse pool of potential candidates.
Save Time and Streamline Hiring
At Hiring Wizard, every package comes with access to a state of the art Applicant Tracking System (ATS), enabling you to build and maintain a dedicated talent pool. By revisiting applications from past campaigns, you can streamline future hiring, saving both time and money while gaining greater control over your recruitment process.
This efficiency accelerates your hiring timeline by giving you instant access to candidates who have previously shown interest in your company, allowing you to proactively reach out and further reduce time-to-hire. A faster, more efficient recruitment process means fewer delays and minimal disruption to your projects, ensuring your business stays on schedule and within budget.
Unmatched Reach and Control
Our recruitment advertising packages offer unparalleled access to skilled candidates in the construction sector by placing your job ads on all the UK major job boards, as well as location and industry specific boards. We also provide performance analytics to track campaign success and adjust strategies as needed. This level of control ensures that every penny of your recruitment budget is spent efficiently, maximising your return on investment.
Maximising ROI
Switching from recruitment agencies to job board advertising doesn’t just cut costs – it empowers your business to develop a self-sustaining recruitment strategy. Our services will enable you to build a long-term capability to attract and retain talent while freeing up resources for other critical areas of your business.
The Smarter Recruitment Choice
Job board advertising is a cost-effective, time-saving, and scalable solution to your recruitment challenges. By reducing your reliance on recruitment agencies, you can stay ahead of schedule, under budget, and in control of your talent pipeline.
Ready to transform your hiring strategy? Get in touch today to explore how our tailored advertising packages can help your business save time, cut costs, and thrive.
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