Executive Search for the Public Sector
Leadership appointments in local and central government, ALBs, housing and community organisations.
Top Tier Recruitment and Head Hunting for the Public Sector
From planning and development to delivery and asset management, the property and construction sector demands leaders who can balance risk, regulation, sustainability and growth. Whether navigating planning frameworks, overseeing major infrastructure programmes or managing large estates, senior appointments require deep sector knowledge and a steady, strategic mindset.
At Moon Executive Search, we work with organisations across the built environment to recruit executive and board-level leaders who understand the complexity of this sector. Our clients include residential and commercial developers, housing associations, estate managers, contractors, consultancies and infrastructure operators.
Typical roles include:
Chief Executive Officers and Managing Directors
Property and Development Directors
Commercial, Operations and Programme Leads
Heads of Estates and Capital Projects
Health, Safety and Risk Executives
Sustainability and Net-Zero Leaders
Non-Executive Directors and Board Advisors
Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
We approach each search with care and attention to detail. We work with clients to understand organisational goals, project scope and the culture that defines success. Whether you are a scaling developer, a public sector landowner or a consultancy reshaping its leadership team, we build a tailored and effective executive search strategy. Equity and fairness is in our DNA, please see our diversity and inclusion policy, our candidate charter and our client charter, we are fully committed to inclusive requirement and hiring diverse and untapped talent.
With over 25 years of experience, Moon Executive Search is known for its distinctive, ethical and approachable service. Based in Bristol, we work with clients across the South West and the UK, delivering leadership appointments that support long-term success.
In a sector shaped by regulation, capital investment and public visibility, trusted leadership is essential. We help organisations build boards and senior teams with the resilience, experience and foresight to deliver results.
If you are recruiting for a senior or board-level role in property or construction, we would be pleased to support you. Please get in touch today.
Executive Recruiters with a Global Reach
Moon Executive Search are incredibly proud of our network that spreads not just across the UK but also across the globe, meaning we have both the reach and capability to conduct search campaigns all around the world.
We have successfully managed campaigns in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, offering retained executive search services to many global branded corporations, from manufacturing to professional services and retail.
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