Commercial Fit out

Precision Delivery for the "Last Mile" of Construction

Commercial Fit Out is the sprint at the end of the marathon. Unlike ground-up construction, where schedules can sometimes slide, Interior Build-Outs are governed by hard lease expiry dates and grand openings. If the space isn't ready, the business can't operate.

This sector demands a different breed of construction professional—leaders who thrive on compressed schedules, obsess over high-end finishes, and can manage the logistical nightmare of building inside an occupied skyscraper or a bustling shopping center.

iRecruit.co is the specialized recruiting partner for the Interiors market. We recruit the Project Managers, Superintendents, and Estimators who understand that in Tenant Improvement (TI) work, the details are the project. We support General Contractors, Corporate Tenants, and Landlords delivering workspaces that define brands.

Why Interiors & TI Require "White Glove" Recruiting

A Superintendent who builds tilt-wall warehouses is not equipped to manage the installation of architectural millwork in a law firm's boardroom. Fit-out construction requires a "White Glove" mentality.

We recruit talent capable of navigating the unique pressures of interior construction:

• The "Unmovable" Move-In Date: Leaders who can drive a schedule backward from the Lease Commencement Date, managing long-lead lighting and furniture to ensure Day 1 readiness.
• Occupied Building Logistics: Professionals who know how to navigate freight elevator restrictions, after-hours noise ordinances, and union building rules in major metros.
• High-End Finishes: An eye for quality control (QC) on custom joinery, stone, glass partitions, and exposed ceilings.
• MEP Coordination in Tight Spaces: Managing complex HVAC and electrical modifications within existing plenums and above finished ceilings.

Project Types We Support

We recruit across the full spectrum of Interior Construction, from landlord spec suites to flagship retail.

Corporate Interiors (Class A Office)

Recruiting for high-design builds for Law Firms, Financial Services, and Tech HQs. These projects demand perfection in finishes and acoustic privacy.

Tech & Creative Office

Staffing for "Open Ceiling" environments, amenities-heavy workplaces, and adaptive reuse conversions that require creative MEP solutions.

Retail & Hospitality Rollouts

Sourcing teams for national brand expansions. We find the "Road Warrior" Superintendents capable of delivering consistency across 50+ locations in 12 months.

Landlord Services & Spec Suites

Recruiting for Pre-Built suites, lobby repositioning, and common area upgrades designed to attract tenants in competitive markets.

Mission Critical Interiors

Supporting data center white space fit-outs and trading floor builds where system redundancy is paramount.

Core Roles We Recruit

We focus on the leaders who manage the chaos of the job site and the precision of the budget.

1. Field Leadership (The "Closers")

• Interiors Superintendents: The key to profit. We look for Supers who are masters of the "Short Interval Schedule" and can coordinate 15 trades in 5,000 square feet without stepping on each other.
• Assistant Superintendents: Managing night shifts and weekend work to keep the project moving in occupied buildings.
• Safety Managers: Enforcing safety in tight, public-facing environments.

2. Project Management (The "Conductors")

• Senior Project Managers: Experts in client communication, change order management, and preserving the fee on fast-track jobs.
• Tenant Services Managers: Dedicated liaisons for landlord-driven projects.
• Special Projects Division (SPD) Leaders: Executives who run the high-volume, quick-turnaround accounts.

3. Preconstruction & Estimating

• Interiors Estimators: The unsung heroes who win the work. We find talent who can price millwork and glazing accurately in a volatile market.
• Purchasing Agents: Managing the procurement of long-lead items (lighting packages, switchgear) that threaten the critical path.

Solving the Fit-Out Hiring Crunch

The Interiors market moves fast. You need a recruiting partner who can keep up.

The Challenge: The "Finish Line" Fatigue

The Solution: Many PMs burn out from the intensity of 12-week schedules. We identify candidates with high resilience and a track record of closing out jobs cleanly (the "Last 5%").

The Challenge: Working in "Live" Environments

The Solution: Building next to an active trading floor or a quiet hospital wing requires tact. We screen for communication skills and professional presentation—your Superintendent is often the face of your company to the tenant's employees.

The Challenge: The Subcontractor Squeeze

The Solution: In busy markets, getting subs to show up is half the battle. We find Superintendents who have strong local followings and can get the best crews to their job sites.

Active Markets: Where We Recruit

We recruit in the high-density urban cores where interior construction is constant:

• New York City (Tri-State): The world's largest interiors market.
• Bay Area & Silicon Valley: Tech fit-outs and campus refreshes.
• Chicago & The Midwest: Corporate HQs and retail logistics.
• Texas (Dallas/Austin): The corporate relocation boom.
• National Traveling Teams: For Retail and Hospitality program work.

Recruiting Built for Speed and Polish

In Tenant Improvement work, your reputation is only as good as your last punch list.A delayed opening or a sloppy finish can cost a General Contractor a client for life.

iRecruit.co acts as your talent scout, finding the construction professionals who combine the speed of a sprinter with the precision of a craftsman. We help you build the teams that build the brands.

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