Executive Search & Leadership Recruitment

Appointing senior leaders within facilities management, HVAC and engineering requires discretion, sector expertise and a robust search methodology. Senior and board-level hires have a direct impact on operational performance, culture, commercial outcomes and long-term growth.

HVAC Search is the executive search division of HVAC Recruitment, specialising in executive search and leadership recruitment across the facilities management and building services sectors. We partner with organisations in the UK and internationally to deliver senior permanent and interim appointments at board and leadership level.

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EXECUTIVE SEARCH FOR FM, HVAC & ENGINEERING SECTORS

As a proven recruitment partner to the facilities management industry, HVAC Recruitment has supported FM organisations for over 20 years. HVAC Search extends this expertise into executive search, focusing exclusively on mid-to-senior and board-level appointments.

We support leadership hiring across:

• Facilities Management

• HVAC & Building Services

• Engineering & Technical Services

• PE-backed and growth-stage FM organisations

Our approach combines deep sector knowledge with a structured, research-led search process.

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OUR EXECUTIVE SEARCH APPROACH

Executive appointments require more than traditional recruitment methods. Our executive search process is designed to deliver certainty, confidentiality and high-quality outcomes.

We work closely with clients to:

• Define role scope, leadership competencies and success metrics

• Agree the most effective route to market (retained or contingent)

• Conduct targeted market mapping and talent identification

• Engage senior-level candidates discreetly and professionally

• Deliver structured shortlists supported by insight and data

Each assignment is managed carefully by a senior consultant, ensuring a thorough and transparent process from brief to appointment.

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SENIOR, BOARD & INTERIM ROLES WE RECRUIT FOR

HVAC Search supports appointments across a wide range of leadership and senior management roles, including:

Board & Executive

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

• Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

• Chief Operating Officer (COO)

• Managing Director (MD)

• Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Senior Leadership

• Operations Director

• Engineering Director

• Sales Director

• Bid Director

• Facilities / Estates Director

Senior Management & Interim

• Operations Manager

• Business Development Manager

• Contract Manager

• Engineering Manager

• Technical Services Manager

• Facilities Manager

Roles are delivered on both a permanent and interim basis, depending on business need.

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INSIGHT-LED EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT

Beyond placing senior talent, HVAC Search provides clients with valuable insight throughout and at the conclusion of each assignment.

This may include:

• Salary and benefits benchmarking

• Market availability insights

• Diversity & inclusion statistics

• Employer brand perception feedback

• Candidate journey and engagement insights

This data-led approach supports better-informed hiring decisions and future workforce planning.

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A TRUSTED, SENIOR-LED SEARCH PARTNER

Heading up HVAC Search is Sarah Hamill-Moss, one of HVAC Recruitment’s Directors.

Sarah brings over 14 years’ experience within technical, HVAC and facilities management recruitment, with a significant focus on senior and executive-level appointments. Her career spans building and leading recruitment teams, delivering retained search assignments and partnering with FM organisations at board level.

Each executive search assignment is handled with discretion, professionalism and a deep understanding of the sector.

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WHEN TO ENGAGE AN EXECUTIVE SEARCH PARTNER

Organisations typically engage HVAC Search when:

• Appointing board or senior leadership roles

• Hiring for confidential or business-critical positions

• Recruiting for interim leadership during periods of change

• Seeking sector-specific leadership talent

• Requiring a structured, research-led search process

Our role is to reduce risk and deliver leadership talent with long-term impact.

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SPEAK TO OUR EXECUTIVE SEARCH TEAM

If you are planning a senior, board-level or interim appointment within facilities management, HVAC or engineering, our executive search specialists are ready to support you.

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CONTACT HVAC SEARCH

Discuss your executive search or leadership recruitment requirement with our senior team.

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CONTACT DETAILS

Call: 0794 760 3093
Email: sarah@hvacrecruitment.com

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FAQ'S - EXECUTIVE SEARCH RECRUITMENT

What is executive search recruitment?

Executive search is a specialist recruitment approach focused on senior, board-level and leadership appointments. It typically involves a research-led, confidential process designed to identify and engage high-calibre leaders who may not be actively seeking new roles.

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How is executive search different from standard recruitment?

Unlike contingency recruitment, executive search is more structured and consultative. It includes market mapping, targeted outreach, confidentiality management and in-depth assessment, making it particularly suitable for senior, strategic and business-critical roles.

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Do you offer retained and interim executive search?

Yes. HVAC Search supports both retained executive search and interim leadership appointments, depending on the role, urgency and business requirement.

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What sectors do you cover for executive search?

We specialise in executive search across facilities management, HVAC, engineering and building services, supporting organisations in the UK and internationally.

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What senior roles do you recruit for?

We recruit for board, senior leadership and interim roles including CEOs, COOs, MDs, Operations Directors, Engineering Directors, Facilities Directors and other senior management positions.

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Who will manage our executive search assignment?

All executive search assignments are led by a senior consultant within HVAC Search, ensuring discretion, sector expertise and a consistent point of contact throughout the process.