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Principal Consultant – Commercial & Civil Infrastructure

Perm Recruitment • Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia • Full-time

Description

Brunel is expanding its Infrastructure division to meet the surge in demand across Australia’s commercial and civil construction sectors. We’re now seeking a Principal Consultant to lead permanent recruitment delivery across Perth’s infrastructure market, leveraging Brunel’s established client base and national network.

Based in Perth, you’ll join a high-performing team with deep relationships across tier-one and mid-tier contractors, consultancies, and project delivery partners. You’ll be supported by a national network of consultants already active across major infrastructure projects — giving you a strong foundation to grow and own the WA market.

The Opportunity

This is a 360 recruitment role focused on delivering end-to-end solutions across civil and commercial infrastructure. You’ll work closely with clients across roads, structures, utilities, and commercial construction — from project managers and engineers to site-based delivery roles.

With Brunel’s strong brand, extensive agreements, and a proven delivery network already in place, you’ll have the autonomy and resources to run your desk like your own business — backed by a global leader in engineering and infrastructure recruitment.

Your Responsibilities

  • Deliver permanent recruitment solutions across civil and commercial infrastructure.
  • Engage with new and existing clients to build lasting partnerships.
  • Leverage the national infrastructure team’s network to identify market opportunities.
  • Drive candidate attraction strategies across key project disciplines.
  • Deliver a best-in-market experience to both clients and candidates.

What You’ll Get

  • Australia’s best commission scheme – uncapped earnings with low thresholds.
  • Access to an established WA client base and national support network.
  • Flexible work options and a mature, outcome-driven environment.
  • Quarterly team events and a culture built on collaboration and accountability.
  • Backing of a global brand with 100+ offices and deep infrastructure expertise.

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven experience in permanent recruitment, ideally within construction or infrastructure.
  • A commercial mindset and the drive to build and grow your own desk.
  • Strong relationship-building and delivery focus, with genuine sector interest.

About Brunel

Brunel is a global recruitment and workforce solutions leader, connecting skilled professionals to world-class projects across Construction, Infrastructure, Energy, Mining, and Renewables. With more than 12,000 specialists and 100+ offices worldwide, Brunel partners with the most respected names in industry to deliver people who power progress.

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Pay Rate

80000 AUD – 100000 AUD (Annum)

Company Overview

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which specialises in connecting highly skilled workers with projects and organisations throughout Australasia and around the world. Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.