Elite MEP & Specialty Subcontractor Talent

Build Your Team
With Precision

We connect high-growth MEP contractors and specialty subcontractors with the engineers, project managers, and estimators who drive results.

Strategic, relationship-driven search that delivers the technical leaders your projects demand.

Texas-Based
Permanent Placements Only
Direct Partner Access
100%
MEP & Specialty Focused
1:1
Direct Partner Engagement
0
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Our Expertise

Specialized Talent for Specialized Trades

We don't recruit for everyone. We focus exclusively on the construction sector that demands the most technical expertise: MEP contractors and specialty subcontractors.

Core Placements

  • Mechanical Engineers – HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection
  • Electrical Engineers – Power Distribution, Lighting, Controls
  • MEP Project Managers – Coordination, Scheduling, Execution
  • Estimators – Preconstruction, Bid Management, Value Engineering
  • Field Leadership – Superintendents, Foremen, Coordinators

Our Commitment

We specialize in permanent placement only, connecting companies with career-minded professionals who become long-term contributors to your growth.

Our Approach

How We Work Differently

Traditional recruiting firms cast wide nets and hope something sticks. We take a surgical approach to executive search that prioritizes quality, speed, and strategic fit.

Targeted Search

No spray-and-pray tactics. We conduct strategic, research-based outreach to connect you with the exact talent your projects require.

Direct Partner Access

Work directly with a senior search partner who understands your business, culture, and the construction market.

Relationship-Driven

Our lean model prioritizes deep, trusted relationships over transactional volume. We invest in understanding what makes your company and roles unique.

Honest & Fast

You'll receive candid market feedback, transparent communication, and decisive execution throughout the entire search and hiring process.

Who We Serve

Built for High-Growth Construction Companies

We partner with mid-sized to enterprise construction firms who need top-tier technical talent to scale operations, win larger projects, and maintain competitive advantage.

01

MEP Contractors

Full-service mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors scaling their engineering and project teams.

02

Specialty Subcontractors

Fire protection, controls, insulation, and other trades requiring specialized technical expertise.

03

Design-Build Firms

Integrated project delivery firms that need seamless coordination between design and construction leadership.

04

Mid-Market Leaders

Companies with $20M–$500M in revenue ready to take the next step in organizational growth.

The Apex Advantage

Why Construction Leaders Choose Apex

We're not a high-volume recruiting mill. We're a boutique executive search firm built specifically for the unique challenges of MEP and specialty subcontractor hiring.

Deep Industry Knowledge

We speak your language—from BIM coordination to design-assist to value engineering. No learning curve required.

Proactive Market Intelligence

Get real-time insights on compensation trends, competitor hiring, and talent availability in your markets.

No Junior Recruiters

Every search is led by a senior partner with years of construction recruiting expertise. No handoffs or learning on the job.

Confidential & Discreet

Whether you're replacing a key leader or planning strategic expansion, we handle every search with complete confidentiality.

Let's Build Something Great

Whether you're looking to fill a critical role or plan strategic hiring for the next 12 months, let's start the conversation.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just an honest discussion about your hiring challenges and how we can help.

Based in Texas
Serving Select U.S. Markets
MEP & Specialty Focused