About URecruit Global
UK & European Construction and Data Centre Recruitment Leaders
URecruit Global delivers civil engineering, construction, and data centre recruitment solutions across the UK and mainland Europe. Specialising in hyperscale construction, edge computing recruitment, and green data centre jobs, we supply verified professionals for Tier III and Tier IV projects from Manchester to Madrid, keeping critical infrastructure on schedule, compliant, and fully resourced.
Impact
Delivering Results That Matter
Our track record speaks for itself - we deliver the talent that keeps critical infrastructure projects on schedule and within budget.
Leadership Team
Meet the Experts Behind Our Success
Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in construction recruitment, data centre delivery, and critical infrastructure projects.
Colin Smalls
Managing Director - URecruit Technology
Colin is a seasoned recruiter with over 13 years of experience managing recruitment campaigns across data centres, life science, and healthcare sectors. He specializes in finding top talent for mission-critical infrastructure projects, with expertise in M&E Engineers, Construction Managers, Project Directors, Quantity Surveyors, and senior leadership roles.
Experience: 13+ years construction & mission-critical recruitment
Highlight: Built a professional recruitment team delivering 99+ endorsed placements with a keen eye for detail and exceptional networking capabilities
Paul Geggus
Business Owner & Director
Paul brings over 26 years of construction recruitment expertise, specializing in headhunting, search & select, and sourcing top talent within the building industry. With a superb network of trusted senior-level connections built over many years, Paul excels in networking, resourcing, negotiation, and business development for construction and infrastructure projects.
Experience: 26+ years construction recruitment & business development
Highlight: Successfully managed professional recruitment teams since 2000, maintaining long-term client relationships with major blue-chip companies and delivering compliant recruitment solutions
Tom Karl
Head of Construction Recruitment UK & Europe
Tom leads the UK & Europe construction recruitment desk, specialising in civil engineering, fit-out, MEP, surveying, and project leadership hires for complex hyperscale programmes.
Experience: 8 years civil engineering and construction staffing
Highlight: Staffed a 120-person contractor workforce for a £600m UK infrastructure upgrade under NEC3 contracts
Liam James
Director, Contractor Care & Compliance
Liam ensures every worker we place has watertight UK Right to Work, EU Posted Workers Directive, IR35 compliance, timesheets, overseeing onboarding, payroll, and HSE documentation across thousands of assignments.
Experience: 10 years contractor compliance & payroll governance
Highlight: Implemented cross-border compliance infrastructure covering 30+ EMEA markets with automated right-to-work verification
Our Process
How We Deliver Excellence
Our proven 4-step process ensures every placement meets the exacting standards required for critical infrastructure projects.
Requirements analysis & strategy development
We collaborate with programme directors to map out skill requirements, compliance needs, and delivery timelines for your critical infrastructure projects.
Targeted talent outreach
Our recruiters and talent researchers activate verified data centre and construction specialists with relevant certifications.
Selection & compliance governance
We coordinate interviews, technical assessments, and digital compliance packs, aligning with UK/EU labour law.
Delivery & performance tracking
Post-placement support includes performance reviews, retention strategies, and ongoing project alignment.
Recognition
Industry Awards & Certifications
Our commitment to excellence recognised by leading industry bodies and certification authorities.
ISO 9001:2015
British Assessment Bureau
Quality management systems certification ensuring consistent service delivery and continuous improvement.
RISQS Verified
Railway Industry Supplier
Pre-qualified supplier for railway and infrastructure construction projects across the UK.
SME500 Winner
UK's Fastest Growing SMEs
Recognised among the UK's top 500 fastest-growing small and medium enterprises in construction services.
feefo Trusted
Verified Customer Reviews
Independently verified customer satisfaction ratings demonstrating our commitment to service excellence.
Constructionline
UK Government Certification
Pre-qualification for construction procurement across public and private sector projects in the UK.
Institute of Recruiters
Professional Member
Professional recruitment company membership ensuring ethical practices and industry best standards.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about our services and approach.
Our specialisation in data centre and critical infrastructure projects sets us apart. We maintain a verified network of pre-qualified specialists with security clearances, combined with deep understanding of Tier IV requirements, hyperscale delivery, and EU compliance frameworks. Our 95% client retention rate reflects our commitment to quality over quantity.
Get in Touch
Ready to Discuss Your Recruitment Needs?
Our team is here to help with urgent placements and strategic workforce planning. Contact us today to get started.