The world is hungry for leadership rooted in compassion, empathy and connection.

We help firms who operate like that…
find people who think like that.

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Since 1993...

  • icon Character-based recruiting
  • icon Train/Develop Hiring Managers
  • icon Talent acquisition process improvement
  • icon Speaking Engagements & mindset coaching

Our business philosophy is devastating in its simplicity… partner with character-based firms, then supply them with world-class talent.

Practice Areas

Civil Engineering

Design of Highways, Bridges, Traffic, Water/Wastewater, Site, Environmental, Architecture, Structural, etc.

Legal

Lateral Partner Transitions. Litigation, Real Estate, Corporate, Tax, Labor & Employment, Class Actions, Environmental, White Collar Defense, Government, etc.

Construction

Commercial, Data Centers, Education, Retail, Hospitality, Health Care, Municipal, Corporate, Faith Based, etc.

Renewable Energy

EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction). Solar, Wind, Energy Storage, Green Hydrogen, T&D, etc.

Transform Your Recruiting

CWP Founder, Ed Piergies, joined Best Selling Author, Chris Voss on his Podcast entitled “That’s Right”. Chris’s book Never Split the Difference remained on the Best Sellers list for 8 consecutive years! In 2024, Chris and Ed co-authored Influence and Impact (which also became a Best Seller). The Podcast was viewed on Google News, AP News, Yahoo, ABC, CBS, FOX, Bloomberg, NewsEdge, and a host of other outlets.

ED Talks

Check out the “ED Talks” page - Ed provides expert guidance on the latest hiring trends, challenges, and best practices to help businesses attract top talent.

Review, Rethink, Reorient yourself... in a world that’s changing at an exponential rate.

If you focus on those chosen few character-based firms, (the ones who make you a better person, not just a better employee), a career transition goes from being a transactional experience to a
TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCE.

Let's go! Amazing waits!

Our process is designed to change your life, not just your business card.

When you’re doing WHAT YOU LOVE, WHAT YOU’RE GOOD AT, and WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS …it doesn’t feel like work. …and it’s often the path to your greatest income potential.

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Brett was awesome to work with! From the first time we met he was very understanding and informative. Through the entire job recruiting process I felt like he had my best interest in hand and understood what I was looking for in my career. Even after I found my new job, he followed up with me days and weeks later to make sure I was happy and that everything was still going well. I appreciate Brett for all his hard work and highly recommend him to anyone looking to better themselves in their career!

— David R., Project Manager

Ed – You’re a gem in the recruiting industry! We are grateful for the quality engineers you helped our company hire. Keep cooking that secret sauce!

— Joe R., VP, Client, Civil Engineering firm

I can’t rave enough about CWP Technical. Ed is the most knowledgeable and approachable person ever. His guidance and insight were invaluable. He is very respectful and candid at the same time. I have always enjoyed our conversation and every time we spoke, I always took a piece of advice or learning afterwards. Ed was instrumental throughout the entire process. He kept me motivated and focused. I am certainly grateful and thankful to CWP Technical for trusting me and giving me this exciting opportunity to further enhance my career.

— Tahmina C., Procurement Category Manager

Brett was great to work with. He was always polite and candid. He worked around my schedule, and was always accommodating, no matter what day or what time of day. For any questions I asked that he couldn't answer at that moment, he would have the answer for me later that day. He was always polite and candid. If he contacts you, I would take time to listen. Or consider reaching out to him proactively.

Jim S., Sr. Roadway Engineer

Our company has worked with Ed Piergies and CWP technical group for over 15 years. Ed is the only recruiter I know who is genuinely committed to finding a lasting match for the employee and for our company. He and his team do what it takes for everyone to fully understand the opportunities and the limitations involved. He is open and honest and very professional. In fact, I consider Ed as a member of my informal “board of directors” because his knowledge of the A/E marketplace and because of his commitment to us.

— R.C., PresidentClient, Civil Engineering firm (wrote in 2009)

I worked with Brett last year to secure a position with a new company. He is incredibly personable and knowledgeable. He worked with me every step of the way, and was quick to answer questions or concerns I had. He made the process of securing a new job easier than I thought possible. He genuinely cared about what my career, as well as personal, aspirations are and made every effort to ensure that this company was a good fit for me. Nearly a year later, I am still with that company and am extremely thankful that Brett presented it to me. I would recommend Brett to anyone looking to further their career.

— Matt P., Project Engineer

Ed – I know we really appreciate it when we get positive feedback from our clients about the service we provide, so I thought it was time to do the same for the folks who do a great job for us. I checked our records and found that we have been working with CWP technical group since 1994 and saw that the first person you ever recruited for us has now become a partner in our firm! I think the primary reason we have had such a successful professional relationship has been our ability to speak candidly and truthfully. As you know, I am a very loyal person and as such, I expect a high level of trust and loyalty from those whom we work with. You have always been honest with me and have demonstrated a genuine interest in understanding and providing us with the best, long-term solutions for our talent needs.

— Dave R., President, Client, Civil Engineering firm

A class act in personal and professional placement – CWP technical group is second to none on the recruiting front. So often, calls come into leaders and upcoming talent in the engineering and construction industries, only to push you like a used car salesman. I was contacted by CWP on two separate occasions, regarding separate intriguing positions. Dealing with Brett Reasoner was a true pleasure. It was more of a friendly conversation than a business negotiation. Almost like an old friend trying to help you land a new job. Brett took the time to get to know me, my career, my long-term goals, and my requirements for my family focus and personal needs before we even discussed positions. Ed Piergies and Brett were both looking out for my best interest throughout the process, and communication was top-notch. They have a history of partnering with great companies that have a history of staff retention and preceding reputations. I am blessed by the doors opened by CWP and I’m glad that Ed and Brett are on my side now as I’ll be looking to fill future positions with my new firm. Thanks to CWP!

— Josh E., Director of Transportation

Our Founder’s Best Selling Book!

CWP’s tenants of deference, listening, and empathy , so aligned themselves with Chris Voss’ first Best Seller (Never Split the Difference), that we were invited to co-author a follow-up book entitled Influence and Impact! Ed explains how CWP’s character-based approach sends a flare into the darkness of the transactional recruiting industry. People want what’s real and authentic!

Click Here to go to Amazon and purchase the book, Influence and Impact

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