Construction Chemicals Executive Search Expertise
At Kelham Partners, we deliver retained executive search for manufacturers, formulators, and distributors of construction chemicals, from concrete admixtures and waterproofing systems to advanced sealants, coatings, and insulation materials.
We partner with global leaders and regional specialists who supply into infrastructure, civil engineering, commercial construction, and off-site manufacturing markets. These are technically demanding, cost-sensitive, and highly regulated sectors — where leadership must balance commercial agility, technical credibility, and operational excellence.
Whether you’re recruiting a BU Head to lead EMEA, a Plant Director to scale output, or a GM to drive market entry, we help you secure talent who can deliver growth and impact from day one.
Who We Support
We recruit for businesses involved in
- Concrete admixtures & cement additives
- Grouts, mortars & bonding agents
- Sealants & waterproofing systems
- Protective coatings & corrosion inhibitors
- Thermal insulation & energy-saving materials
- Flooring systems, screeds & membranes
- Restoration & structural strengthening products
- Toll manufacturers and formulation partners
Our clients range from listed multinationals with integrated production sites to mid-sized formulation specialists and PE-backed growth platforms.
Typical Roles We Recruit
We specialise in international recruitment across
- Commercial: Sales Directors, Key Account Managers, Regional Business Leaders
- Operational: Site Directors, Manufacturing Managers, CI Leads
- Technical & Product: Application Chemists, Technical Services Managers, Innovation Heads
- Executive: Country Managers, Division GMs, BU Directors, VPs, C-Suite
Sector Knowledge. Global Capability.
Construction chemicals demand more than technical formulations; they require people that understands commercial channels, regional regulations, project timelines, and application environments.
With experience delivering international executive search across EMEA, North America and Asia, we support clients through expansion, succession, and transformation, providing access to specialist talent you won’t find in the open market.
Case Study
Regional General Manager – Building Materials Manufacturer
Client
A European manufacturer of high-performance waterproofing systems and structural sealants, with a strong presence in DACH and Southern Europe.
Brief
Hire a Regional GM to consolidate commercial operations across Germany, France, and Spain with responsibility for sales, technical service, local production, and P&L delivery.
Challenges
- Needed multi-country leadership experience with strong knowledge of applicators and distribution channels
- Required understanding of both commercial construction and civil infrastructure markets
- Mandate was confidential due to internal restructuring
Our Approach
We delivered a retained search focused on candidates from construction chemicals, industrial sealants, and flooring systems, combining commercial and operational oversight experience.
Outcome
The appointed GM had prior success leading a €60M region for a coatings and sealants company, and brought deep channel knowledge and cultural alignment. Within 6 months, they had implemented a new regional structure and improved profitability by 14%.
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