About Me
Alex is the Founder and Managing Director of Circular Design Recruitment, specialising in permanent MEP Building Services design recruitment across the UK. With over 11 years’ experience in the sector, Alex is known for his straight-talking, consultative approach and strong commitment to building long-term relationships.
He works closely with both clients and candidates to fully understand motivations, culture, and technical requirements, ensuring every hire is made for the right reasons. Alex believes recruitment should be thorough, honest, and human, and has built CDR around those principles.
Outside of work, Alex values time with his family and brings the same care and responsibility to his business as he does to the people he works with.
My Posts
February 3, 2026
What senior leaders want engineers to understand about commercial pressure
An insight-led look at commercial and client pressures in engineering, and why awareness, responsiveness, and context matter more than engineers often realise.
January 27, 2026
Where energy comes from (and why it drives loyalty)
Exploring what gives engineers energy at work, and how clarity, development, and recognition shape motivation and long-term loyalty.
January 20, 2026
Why Engineers leave, and what makes them stay
An insight-led look at why engineers change roles, what drives loyalty, and how clarity, progression, and culture influence long-term retention.