Specialist recruitment solutions for Africa’s growing industries empowering businesses through strategic talent acquisition across Engineering, Technology, Finance, Healthcare, Mining, and more.
“We share your ambition. We absolutely love & enjoy what we do.”
Specialist recruitment solutions for Africa’s growing industries empowering businesses through strategic talent acquisition across Engineering, Technology, Finance, Healthcare, Mining, and more.
“We share your ambition. We absolutely love & enjoy what we do.”
Construct Executive Search (CES) was founded with a clear vision: to connect exceptional talent with organisations poised for growth and impact. What began over a decade ago in the heart of Sandton, Johannesburg—without a track record or an established name—has since evolved into one of South Africa's most respected and trusted recruitment agencies.
Today, CES is a proudly female-owned and female-led organisation, headquartered in Johannesburg, with a presence in Cape Town and a growing footprint in Lusaka, Zambia. We serve clients across Southern Africa, delivering recruitment solutions that are strategic, ethical, and impactful.
Deep sector expertise across Africa's most vital and fast-growing industries.
Built from a one-person startup in Johannesburg into a respected Pan-African agency—with an unwavering commitment to excellence and authentic client relationships.
Our recruiters are exceptionally skilled at identifying top talent globally and matching them to client needs. CES has an 85% fill ratio for every open position we partner on.
Adaptable engagement models to accommodate the individual needs of each client—from SMEs to large corporates and boards.
We act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership across Southern Africa, with the discretion and depth that critical appointments demand.
CES was built from the ground up by its founder, who was the sole employee at the time. There were no shortcuts, no guarantees—just an unwavering belief in the mission and the drive to make a meaningful mark in the recruitment industry.
The pivotal moment came when one of South Africa's top five construction firms believed in the founder and her vision, leading to the first successful placement and laying the foundation for what CES would become.
"We still remember those early days: working through the December holidays, chasing leads, and holding onto the hope that one response could change everything."
A born entrepreneur managing a professional services company in a male-dominated and competitive sector. Kabwe is a Pan-African multi-award winner and fellow on programmes including EY Winning Women, P&G WEConnect, SEDA, and Lionesses of Africa digital accelerator.
She was recently nominated as a Business Mentor for the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, shaping the future of Southern Africa.
CES supports boards and executive teams with leadership appointments that directly influence organisational performance, culture, and long-term value. Our methodology combines sector insight, research depth, and disciplined assessment.
"Sector insight, research depth, and disciplined assessment—delivering leaders who fit both role and organisation."
When leadership decisions carry material risk, retained executive search provides depth, discipline, and certainty. CES works exclusively with boards, CEOs, and founders on senior appointments through a structured, confidential process.
Deep alignment on role, success measures, and leadership context.
Proactive identification of leadership talent not in the open market.
Discreet engagement of active and passive senior candidates.
Rigorous evaluation and shortlist delivery with full insights.
Through offer, onboarding, and well beyond the start date.
Our Graduate Talent Solutions Division connects organisations with young, ambitious graduates, matriculants, and technical learners aligned to transformation goals and long-term workforce strategies.
Cost-effective solution to hire multiple graduates at once—full lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding.
Meet BBBEE objectives while building a skilled professional pipeline through structured learnerships.
Targeted at high-demand sectors: Engineering, Mining, IT, and Accounting—fixed-term, project-aligned.
Connecting clients with TVET college graduates for hands-on technical roles and practical learning.
Six-week career exposure for matriculants—shadow professionals and identify real career paths.
Whether you're filling a senior position, need salary benchmarking, or want to strengthen your workforce—our team is ready to partner with you.
