Meet the team behind two decades of successful construction and property recruitment. Our hands-on directors personally manage assignments, bringing deep industry expertise and genuine passion to every search.
Looking for a job? Looking for talent?About Us
At Thatcher Associates, our success is built on the personal commitment of our directors and their direct involvement in every assignment. Unlike larger firms where senior leaders are removed from day-to-day operations, our experienced directors personally manage searches, leveraging their extensive industry networks and deep market understanding to deliver exceptional results.
Our approach is consultative and thorough. Whether we’re placing a Commercial Manager in Bristol, England, a Project Exec in Miami, or a Chief Engineer in the Caribbean, we take time to understand not just the technical requirements but the cultural fit and strategic context of each role. This attention to detail, combined with our directors’ hands-on involvement, has enabled us to build lasting relationships with both clients and candidates across our key markets.
We believe that recruitment is fundamentally about people. While we embrace modern search techniques and technology, we maintain the personal touch that has defined our firm since its founding. Our team’s direct experience in construction and property, coupled with our commitment to understanding each client’s unique needs, allows us to consistently deliver results on challenging assignments where others have struggled.
Meet the Leadership Team
John Thatcher
Founder & CEO
John founded Thatcher Associates as a boutique recruitment firm focused initially on Construction & Property sectors in Southwest England. Under his leadership, we’ve expanded globally while maintaining our commitment to excellence. As CEO, John remains hands-on, personally managing key assignments across the UK, Caribbean, and USA, specializing in senior-level appointments including Construction Directors, Commercial Leaders, and Executive roles.
With over two decades in construction and property recruitment, John has developed an intimate understanding of the distinct market dynamics across regions – from major infrastructure projects in the UK to luxury resort developments in the Caribbean and commercial complexes across the USA. His direct involvement in recruitment projects, coupled with his strategic leadership, ensures we consistently understand and exceed client expectations while maintaining the personalized service that has become our hallmark.
James Griffin
Director, Caribbean & North America
James leads our efforts in placing senior construction and property professionals across the Caribbean and North America, bringing over two decades of industry expertise to every search. Specializing in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, and Specialty Construction, he has developed an extensive network of high-caliber professionals and maintains strong relationships with leading contractors and developers.
James combines advanced recruitment tools with deep industry insights to match exceptional talent with organizational needs, consistently delivering results on challenging senior appointments including Project Directors, Construction Executives, and Operations Leaders.
Fiona Corbett
Associate Director
Fiona leads our UK technical recruitment division, bringing strategic expertise to both retained and contingent assignments across the construction and property sectors. With a particular focus on Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and Commercial professionals, she has built an impressive track record of matching exceptional technical talent with leading contractors and developers.
Fiona’s consultative approach and deep understanding of construction industry dynamics enables her to identify professionals who not only meet technical requirements but also align perfectly with our clients’ cultures and values. Working closely with both major contractors and specialist firms, Fiona consistently delivers results on challenging technical appointments through her extensive network and thorough understanding of the market.
Precon Talent Partners Now Part of Thatcher Associates
We’re excited to welcome Precon Talent Partners into the Thatcher Associates family.
By bringing their specialized expertise under the Thatcher Associates umbrella, we’re combining deep preconstruction knowledge with our broader construction industry reach.
Precon Talent Partners earned their reputation connecting construction companies across North America with exceptional estimating and preconstruction talent, using a blend of advanced technology and personalized service to deliver outstanding results. Their dedicated focus on preconstruction, paired with our resources, means we can now deliver even better hiring outcomes while staying true to their specialized approach.
Together, we continue the mission of finding top-tier estimators and preconstruction managers for hiring companies in the USA as part of our commitment to connecting talent with opportunity across the construction industry.
Our Mission
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"At Thatcher Associates, we believe in creating connections that last and doing work that matters. We're people who bring together the best minds in construction and development - from crafting dream homes in the Caribbean to building communities across South West England. Our partnerships aren't just about filling positions; they're about bringing the right people together to build something meaningful. We care deeply about doing things the right way, , and helping our industry grow responsibly. Simply put, we love what we do: helping talented people find great projects where they can truly shine."
John Thatcher
Thatcher Associates
Contact Our Specialist Team
Need experienced construction and property talent, or ready to explore your next career move? We are experts who across all sectors of the industry, from major infrastructure projects to luxury developments in the UK, Caribbean and USA. Whether you’re a client seeking exceptional candidates for your latest project or a construction professional looking to take your next career step, we’re here to help.
For employers, we understand that finding the right talent is crucial to project success. Share your job description with us, and we’ll leverage our extensive network to identify professionals who not only meet your technical requirements but also align with your company culture. For candidates, our deep industry connections and insights into the UK, Caribbean, and US markets can open doors to exciting new opportunities. Send us your CV or requirements today, and let’s discuss how we can support your goals.