People-first recruitment for the built environment.
At Common Good Partners, we connect white collar professionals with the construction projects shaping Australia’s future. Founded by Dan Copping and Steve Guerin, who bring over 15 years of combined industry experience. Both have run and delivered National recruitment strategies for leading head contractors in Australia.
At Common Good Partners we take a values driven approach when engaging with clients and candidates. Our aim is to help clients hire with confidence and candidates find roles where they will thrive
Looking to build your team?
We work closely with builders, contractors, consultancies, end users, design firms and developers to deliver recruitment solutions that are honest, responsive and right for your business.
Planning your next move?
We listen, advise and connect you with employers who value what you bring to the table. The aim of the Common Good Partners is to be on the journey with you, from first contact through to celebrating promotions.
We offer exclusive partnerships for senior, hard-to-fill, or confidential roles. Through market mapping and targeted headhunting, we deliver top leadership talent with a milestone-based process and transparent progress reporting
We recruit across every stage of the built environment, from early concept to final delivery. With strong networks and a values-led approach, we help businesses grow and professionals find work that matters.
We specialise in recruiting high calibre professionals for construction projects of all sizes. From site teams to senior leadership, we understand the roles that keep a project moving and the qualities that define great construction professionals.
Typical roles include Site Managers, Project Engineers, Contract Administrators, Project Managers, Construction Managers, Commercial Managers and General Managers.
We work with developers across residential, mixed use, industrial and other sectors to find the talent that drives results. Whether it’s strategic land acquisition, detailed project planning or end-to-end delivery, we help build teams that add long term value to every asset.
Typical roles include: Development Managers, Assistant Development Managers, Project Directors, Acquisition Managers, Asset Managers and Analysts.
We support project management and advisory firms in sourcing smart, delivery focused professionals who can lead from the front. Our candidates bring strong stakeholder management skills, technical know how and the ability to drive outcomes across capital works, fitout and refurbishment programs.
Typical roles include Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Program Managers, Design Managers, Contract Administrators and Client-Side Leads.
We understand the pace and pressure of subcontracting, and we know what it takes to thrive in that environment. We help subcontractors secure reliable, site ready professionals who can hit the ground running and contribute from day one.
Typical roles include Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Leading Hands, Project Coordinators, Contract Administrators, Estimators and Construction Managers.
We partner with studios, developers and integrated design teams to find creative professionals who bring fresh thinking and technical skill to the table. Whether you’re shaping the concept or detailing the delivery, we connect you with talent that elevates the outcome.
Typical roles include: Architects, Interior Designers, Urban Designers, Workplace Strategists, Design Managers and BIM Coordinators.
We recruit across structural and building services engineering, with a strong focus on compliance, coordination and constructability. Our deep sector understanding means we can identify engineers who not only design well but understand how buildings come together on site.
Typical roles include: Structural Engineers, Services Engineers, Fire Engineers, Civil Engineers, Project Engineers and Technical Directors.
This sector encompasses the development, maintenance, and management of essential physical systems and energy resources that support societal functions. It includes transportation networks, utilities, renewable energy projects, and related services.
Typical role include: Civil Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Project Managers, Urban Planners, Environmental Engineers, Energy Analysts, Renewable Energy Technicians, Infrastructure Policy Advisors, Construction Managers, Utility Coordinators.
Steve placed me nearly four years ago and I’m still there! I also then used his services for more staff who are also still with the firm.
I can certainly recommend his services as he listens to yours and the clients needs and carries out his work with integrity
Steve’s tailored approach to Talent Acquisition is evidently innovative. Personal and career development is tailored and aligned to company direction to enables elevated outcomes.
Stevens transparent environment allows for swift onboarding, ongoing project support and actual personal objectives that are met between company and project teams.
Steve is absolutely the best recruitment consultant that I have ever met. He helped me during recruitment process a couple of times. He is super honest and helpful.
He has always been one step ahead of others and been on top of the opportunities in the market. Quick in making decisions and taking action. I am really grateful to know him.
Dan has always helped me throughout my career with new and exciting opportunities and has always had my best interests at heart.
Would highly recommend Dan to anyone who is looking for new opportunities with the comfort of a great recruiter backing you.
