We transform
construction executive searches into success stories

For 30 years, we’ve led retained construction executive searches
for AEC and private equity firms across the United States.
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A Successful Search is a Team Effort

Timing – It’s everything. 


Commitment – You make the search a top priority and so do we.

Collaboration – We do the heavy lifting. You support us when needed.

Decisiveness – We give you choices. You make decisions.

Onboarding – We deliver your leader. You help them become successful.

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What Our Clients Say

We are proud of the long-term partnerships we've built with our clients. The testimonials below and our proven track record of success are a direct result of our dedicated and collaborative process.

  • “Jerry helped us hire a VP of Sales and a few Senior PM’s.

    His knowledge of the industrial marketplace, patience with our process, and ability to understand our needs resulted in successful searches for all.

    I strongly recommend Adams Partners.”

    President, Industrial Contractor
    St. Louis, MO
  • “Jerry knew his stuff.

    He got right down to business, learned our business, and kept the process moving forward, resulting in the successful hire of our President.

    The process was professional and fun.”

    CEO, Homebuilder
    Bloomfield Hills, MI
  • “Jerry is a rare straight-shooter among executive recruiters.

    He’s done a fabulous job, and I’d hire him again.”

    VP and Chief Accounting Officer, Publicly Held International General Contractor
    New York, NY
  • “The individuals Jerry found for us became key members of our organization in a short time.

    I truly appreciate his professionalism and ability to find the candidates that fit our requirements.”

    President, ENR Top 50 General Contractor Firm
    Minneapolis, MN
  • “Faced with the dilemma of replacing our CFO we reached out to Adams Partners.

    From the very first phone call to the conclusion of the search, they were highly responsive and incredibly thorough in their search.

    Jerry Adams is by far the best executive search consultant I have ever worked with!”

    Commercial Electrical Contractor
    Dover, DE
  • “I would like to congratulate Adams Partners for the super quality people you have sent us over the years.

    It is a comfort that I can rely on you in times of need. Kudos to everyone at your firm.”

    SVP Human Resources, ENR Top 10 AEC Firm
    Washington, DC
  • “Jerry is a very professional, straight-shooter, no bullshit, plain-spoken Midwesterner.”

    CEO, Heavy Highway Contractor
    New Orleans, LA
  • “Jerry was referred by a peer group member. I would absolutely hire him again for any finance or construction role.”

    VP of Human Resources, ENR Top 25 Contractor
    Providence, RI
  • “Working with Jerry is more of a partnership than straight customer provider. I’ve hired him more than once.”

    CEO, Construction Products Distributor
    Selinsgrove, PA

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If you’re a hiring authority looking for executive talent, or you’re a candidate thinking about your next role, let us know the best way to reach you.