The two Tees Valley-based businesses had been working collaboratively for some time before formalising the relationship, which sees them working together to place specialist construction experts in projects within the UK and overseas.

The venture aims to place highly skilled professionals in key locations – including Europe, Canada, Singapore and Pakistan – with an emphasis on supporting the growing international pharmaceutical sector, where both firms have specialist knowledge.

With nearly 20 years of experience, Populus Select specialising in sourcing talent, particularly within the specialist engineering, life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors globally. 

Wade Construction Management Consultants provides comprehensive services to the pharmaceutical and process industries, healthcare, construction management, project management, and cost and commercial management. 

Sim Hall, CEO of Populus Select, said: “We’re delighted to be formalising our relationship with Wade Construction Management Consultants after working collaboratively to support its ambitious growth plans and place high-quality candidates in significant construction management roles. By combining our talent acquisition and research capabilities with Wade’s construction management expertise, we are poised to meet the intricate demands of pharmaceutical projects around the world.”

Daniel Wade, CEO of Wade Construction Management Consultants, added: “Partnering with Populus Select enables us to ensure that we have the best teams in place, no matter where the project is located – whether it’s Manchester or Marrakech.”

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