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Skyscrapers Against Sky

Guided by Insight.
Driven by People.

Hard-to-fill professional and executive search, backed by strategic talent advisory.

Skyscrapers Against Sky

Guided by Insight.
Driven by People.

Hard-to-fill professional and executive search, backed by strategic talent advisory.

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Why Hill Search?

Built by an operator. Designed for results.

Hill Search Group brings institutional-grade search methodology without the overhead or bureaucracy. With active relationships inside energy, LNG, industrial manufacturing, and infrastructure markets, we deliver real access and real accountability. Not recycled lists and empty activity.

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Who We Serve

Hill Search partners with organizations across Energy, Oil & Gas, LNG, Industrial Manufacturing, Power, Infrastructure, and Professional Services, delivering leaders and technical talent who drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence.

50,000+ Employees • $25B+ Annual Revenue

Partnered on technical and engineering leadership searches across North America.

Global Oilfield Services Company

Multi-Billion Dollar Projects • Global Operations


Supported recruitment for expansion and pre-FID workforce mobilization initiatives.

LNG Infrastructure Development Firm

30,000+ Employees • Multi-Business Portfolio


Delivered executive search and plant leadership talent for long-term succession planning.

Industrial Manufacturing & OEM Group

5,000+ Employees • National Client Portfolio


Consulted on leadership hiring, retention strategy, and organizational talent growth.

Professional Services & Advisory Firm

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Search & Talent Advisory

Our work spans executive search, professional and technical hiring, and embedded recruiting partnerships. We support clients at critical moments, growth, transformation, leadership change, or capability build-out, by delivering both hiring outcomes and the structure required to sustain them.

    • Senior individual contributors, managers, and technical specialists.

    • Engineering, operations, maintenance, HSSE, finance, supply chain, and commercial roles 

    • Energy, LNG, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and tech-enabled talent

    • Commercial, finance, and professional services roles (energy-adjacent)

    • Hard-to-find, niche, and market-constrained skill sets
       

    Best for: Organizations where execution quality and domain expertise matter

    • Targeted, high-touch search for mission-critical leadership roles.

    • C-suite, EVP, SVP, VP, and Director-level search

    • Board, advisory, and senior operating leadership

    • Retained and exclusive search engagements

    • Leadership assessment, fit, and succession alignment

    • Confidential and high-impact hiring situations
       

    Best for: PE-backed companies, growth-stage leaders, turnarounds, and critical replacements

    • Hands-on recruiting leadership and execution, embedded directly inside your organization.

    • Designed for companies scaling from 25–300 employees, transitioning from a PEO model, or standing up an in-house HR and Talent Acquisition function for the first time.

    • This is not outsourcing. It’s a time-bound, execution-led partnership that builds permanent capability while delivering hires in real time.

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46%

of new hires fail within 18 months due to poor fit. We reduce mis-hire risk through structured search, assessment-led selection, and advisory aligned to business outcomes.

$1000

a day, is the average cost of a vacant role, higher for leadership and technical positions.
We shorten time-to-fill with proactive search, market mapping, and talent pipelines.

70%

of organizations lack a true workforce plan, driving reactive and costly hiring.
We bring clarity through workforce strategy, demand forecasting, and talent recalibration.

89%

of hiring failures are driven by behavior and fit, not skill.
We improve hiring accuracy with structured interviews, leadership assessments, and role-specific decision criteria.

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What Our Clients Say
Results, Not Rhetoric 

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Jonathan C.

Vice President, Corporate Finance | LNG & Carbon Capture Solutions

Chris understands how to balance company needs, hiring leaders, and candidates, rare in this industry. He took the time to understand exactly what we needed and managed the entire process proactively. I would partner with him again without hesitation.”

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Sean K.

Chief Executive Officer | Energy Transition – Data Infrastructure & Analytics

“They supported us through a critical hiring phase with total ownership of the process. Interviews, communication, and feedback were handled seamlessly, I never had to ask for updates. Their consistency and commitment made a meaningful difference."

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Brandon H.

Deputy Executive Chairman | Oilfield Services & Industrial Technology

“They don’t just fill roles; they connect the right people. Professional, reliable, and highly networked, Chris brings energy and polish to recruiting with a clear focus on long-term success.”

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Megan C.

Senior Vice President, Finance & Commercial | LNG & Carbon Capture

“Chris helped us build a high-performing finance team in record time. Candidates consistently praised his communication and market insight. Personable, hardworking, and highly effective in competitive environments.”

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Athar M.

Director of Information Technology | LNG Export & Digital Infrastructure

“We needed four critical IT hires in weeks, and he delivered. Even while managing dozens of roles, Chris operated with speed, creativity, and precision. Results-driven and relentless. I call him a ‘Superhero’ for a reason.”

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Manish B.

Head of Marine Operations | LNG Export & Global Projects

“From day one, their dedication stood out. From compensation clarity to relocation details, every step was handled professionally and thoughtfully. They earned my trust completely.”

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Renee P.

Vice President of Business Development | Renewable Energy & Power Markets

Chris understands how to balance company needs, hiring leaders, and candidates, rare in this industry. He took the time to understand exactly what we needed and managed the entire process proactively. I would partner with him again without hesitation.”

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Wes Qualls

Senior Director of Engineering | LNG Construction & Project Delivery

“High energy, always professional, and a natural fit for executive recruiting. He kept the process moving, stayed positive, and treated every interaction with care. A skilled partner for engineering and leadership hiring.”

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Arelys N.

Chief Innovation & Transformation Officer | Oilfield Services & Energy
Technology

“Chris operates with passion, flexibility, and resilience. Even under pressure, he stays optimistic and focused. Goal-driven, dependable, and always pushing for excellence, he consistently exceeded expectations.”

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Rafael O.

Director of Enterprise Applications | Oil & Gas Technology

“Their professionalism stands out. Integrity, reliability, and respect define how they operate. They understood what our organization needed and brought forward candidates who aligned both technically and culturally. A consistent, trusted resource.”

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Bryan G.

Director of Quality | LNG Construction & Operations

“They have a deep understanding of recruiting for complex industries and know how to attract top talent. They build strong relationships, stay engaged, and always go the extra mile to ensure a successful placement. A trusted partner in high-stakes hiring.”

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Georio P.

Vice President, Business Development | Renewable Energy & Power Markets

“Chris brings clarity and structure to complex hiring decisions. He quickly understood our market, aligned stakeholders, and presented candidates who were not only technically strong but strategically aligned with our long term growth plans.”

What Your Hiring is Telling You

Every business faces different hiring challenges. Select what fits your situation best, and we’ll guide you to the right next step. These patterns come from years of recruiting and talent advisory work in complex operating environments.

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