Paul Stride

Principal Consultant

Paul brings over 25 years of experience in executive search and talent acquisition. He takes a client-centric approach, focusing on understanding each organisation’s needs and delivering the right long-term fit.

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About Paul

Paul’s perspective on recruitment is shaped by more than 25 years of experience in executive search, talent acquisition, and broader business leadership.

He takes a client-centric approach, focusing on developing a deep understanding of each role, its responsibilities, and how it fits within the wider organisation. Paul believes that taking the time to fully understand expectations and dynamics leads to stronger, more effective placements.

With a long-standing passion for the built environment and related industries, he enjoys connecting with people, learning about their ambitions, and building lasting professional relationships with both clients and candidates.

Expertise in executive search and the built enviroment

Paul brings over 25 years of experience in executive search, talent acquisition and business, supporting organisations across the built environment and associated industries.

Executive Search

Paul’s work focuses on helping clients secure high-quality talent by developing a clear and detailed understanding of each opportunity, including the role’s responsibilities, team interactions and performance expectations.

His experience in the sector includes:

Delivering executive search and senior recruitment solutions across the built environment
Taking a consultative, client-centric approach to understand hiring needs in depth
Assessing both technical capability and cultural fit for long-term success
Building and maintaining long-standing relationships with clients and candidates
Supporting organisations with strategic hiring decisions and workforce planning
Engaging with professionals to understand their ambitions, motivations and career goals

Learn more about Paul’s expertise below.

Experience & Qualifications

25+ years in executive search, talent acquisition and recruitment

SINCE 1997

Senior Technical Recruitment Specialist on major infrastructure programs (Level Crossing Removal Project)

2019 – 2024

Executive search and senior consulting across construction, engineering and infrastructure projects ($100M–$1B+)

2006 – 2019

Business development and recruitment leadership across engineering, industrial and government sectors

2008 – 2013

International recruitment experience across the UK, Australia, Europe, Africa and Asia

1997 – 2006

Long-standing experience supporting built environment, infrastructure and major project delivery hiring

“I first worked with Paul over seven years ago at Victoria’s Big Build (LXRP, now VIDA Rail), and since that time he has become a key partner in scaling my development and delivery team, while also collaborating effectively in executive search and leadership talent strategy at the broader executive level. His deep industry knowledge, combined with his sharp assessment capabilities, has proven invaluable in the vetting of talent. A highly respected professional, he brings a strong focus on achieving stakeholder outcomes while maintaining an exceptional candidate experience.”

Karen Murray (Burnie)

Director – North Projects