Four steps.
Zero surprises.
Most placements move from intake to onboarded in two weeks. The senior ones, faster. Here's exactly how an engagement runs from intro to invoice.
Discover
Day 0–1
A 45-minute working session with your hiring manager. We codify the must-haves, the nice-to-haves, the deal-breakers, and the budget that's actually approved.
- Written intake brief signed off by both sides
- Skill scorecard for evaluation
- Bill-rate range with margin transparency
Match
Day 2–4
A curated shortlist within 48 hours — typically three candidates, never a flood of resumes. Each is pre-screened on technical chops, culture fit, and rate.
- Full submission packet per candidate
- Reference call notes already on file
- Availability windows for interviews
Deploy
Day 5–10
Background checks, vendor compliance, COI delivery, drug screens, onboarding paperwork — handled in parallel, not in series. The consultant lands ready to work, not ready to wait.
- Signed offer + countersigned SOW
- COI naming you as additional insured
- Consultant on payroll, day-one ready
Deliver
Week 2 onward
Weekly health checks with the consultant and the client. Issues surface early, not late. Renewals get planned 60 days out, not at the contract cliff.
- Net-30 / Net-45 invoice cadence
- Quarterly engagement review
- Bench priority for follow-on roles
Pick the structure that fits the work.
Time & Materials
Hourly billing, monthly invoicing. Most flexible. Right for evolving scope.
Fixed Price
Defined scope, deliverable, and cost. Right when the outcome is clear.
Contract-to-Hire
3–6 month contract, then convert. Right when you want to validate fit before FTE.
Direct Placement
One-time placement fee. Candidate goes on your payroll day one.
Ready to start a brief?
15-minute call, no obligation. We'll know within the call whether we can help.