Northern Colorado
Based in
The Rocky Mountain region and the Central Corridor
Coverage
Construction & Manufacturing
Specialization
About Elizabeth,
Your Mountain Summit & Central Corridor Hiring Partner
Hi, I am Elizabeth Simonov, and I lead the Mountain Summit and Central Corridor for Arena Direct Hire. I partner with construction and manufacturing hiring teams building project and plant leadership. My focus is to help companies grow and scale by hiring leaders who drive execution and measurable impact.
Who I Help
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Construction leaders staffing project teams across multiple states
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Plant leaders building maintenance, reliability, and production leadership benches
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Operations teams needing dependable leadership and key support roles
States & Regions
I Support
Serving Projects Across the Midwest &
Mountain West
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Colorado (CO)
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Utah (UT)
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Wyoming (WY)
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Montana (MT)
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New Mexico (NM)
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Texas (TX)
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Oklahoma (OK)
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Kansas (KS)
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Nebraska (NE)
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South Dakota (SD)
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North Dakota (ND)
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Missouri (MO)
Markets I Support
Construction
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Commercial and tenant improvement
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Healthcare and education builds
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Industrial and logistics
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Multifamily and mixed-use
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Heavy civil and infrastructure (where applicable)
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Safety, quality, and project controls
Manufacturing
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Food manufacturing
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Machinery and equipment
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Fabricated metals
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Plastics, packaging, and rubber
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Transportation equipment
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Industrial services and maintenance organizations
Roles I Recruit For
Delivery
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Project Manager
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Senior Project Manager
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Superintendent
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General Superintendent
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Shift Supervisor
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Production Supervisor
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Master Scheduler
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Production Planner
Digital Systems
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Controls Engineer / Automation Engineer (PLC)
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ERP Analyst (plant systems)
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CMMS power user / maintenance planner (where applicable)
Leadership
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Project Executive
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Director of Construction
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VP of Operations
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Plant Manager
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Operations Manager
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Production Manager
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Maintenance Manager
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Reliability Manager
Operations & Finance
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Supply Chain Manager
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Materials Manager
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Buyer
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Planner
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Inventory Control Manager
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Plant Controller
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Cost Accountant
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Project Accountant (construction)
People & Growth
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HR Manager / HR Generalist
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Talent Acquisition
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Continuous Improvement Manager / Lean Leader
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Training and development coordinator
Technical & Quality
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Estimator
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Pre-construction Manager
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Quality Manager
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Quality Engineer
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Process Engineer
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Manufacturing Engineer
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EHS Manager / Safety Manager
How We Work
What clients can expect from
Arena Direct Hire:
Attraction
Top talent is rarely applying. We run targeted passive outreach and market mapping so you reach candidates you will not reach through posting alone.
Consultancy
We pressure-test scope,advise on must-haves, and share real market feedbackso you stay competitive without lowering the bar.
Education
We align stakeholders on a simple, fast hiring process, refine the profile, and structure interviews so decisions happen faster and offers stick.
Process
You get one dedicated Arena partner backed by a nationwide team. We manage screening, submissions, scheduling, follow-ups, references, and offer coordination end-to-end.
A Proven Search Process that Delivers the Right Hires Fast
Built for Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Manufacturing. We run a structured
search, keep you informed, and help you hire with confidence, often within 2 to 3 weeks.
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03
Kickoff &
Position Packet
Market
Positioning
Targeted Passive
Search (Top 300)
We align on the must-haves, deal breakers, compensation, and timeline, then build a Postition Packet that gives candidates a clear picture of the role and your team.
We calibrate the role to the market and refine the message that gets top passice talent to respond.
We run a refined search and proactively reach out to the top 300 candidates who match your requirements
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Screen, Interview,
Shortlist
Interview Hosting + Close
We interview the strongest candidates and deliver a tight shortlist with clear, comparable summaries.
We coordinate interviews, manage feedback loops, support offer steps, and help you close the right candidate quickly.
Weekly updates. Clear feedback checkpoints. A shortlist you can count on.
A Proven Search Process that Delivers the Right Hires Fast
Built for Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Manufacturing. We run a structured search, keep you informed, and help you hire
with confidence, often
within 2 to 3 weeks.
01
Kickoff & Position Packet
We align on the must-haves, deal breakers, compensation, and timeline, then build a Postition Packet that gives candidates a clear picture of the role and your team.
02
Market Positioning
We calibrate the role to the market and refine the message that gets top passice talent to respond.
03
Targeted Passive Search (Top 300)
We run a refined search and proactively reach out to the top 300 candidates who match your requirements
04
Screen, Interview, Shortlist
We interview the strongest candidates and deliver a tight shortlist with clear, comparable summaries.
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Interview Hosting + Close
We coordinate interviews, manage feedback loops, support offer steps, andhelp you close the right candidate quickly.
What you get working with Elizabeth
Leader-first search strategy focused on execution and team impact
Clear intake that separates must-haves from preferences
Offer and close support designed to reduce drop-off and counteroffer
Structured screening that validates reliability, pace, and leadership style
Candidate experience that protects your brand and improves acceptance rates
Partnership Benefits
Engagement Options
Contingent Direct Hire
Best for: Most mid-level to senior roles where speed matters
What you get: Passive outreach plus targeted talent mapping
You see: A shortlist of vetted finalists, not just applicants
Executive Search
Best for: VP, Director, GM, Plant Leaders, senior project leadership
What you get: Discreet outreach, structured leadership screening, reference validation
You see: Partner-led process through finalists selection and close
Retained Search
Best for: confidential, business-critical roles you cannot afford to miss
What you get: Dedicated search cadence with weekly reporting and accountability
You see: Clear recommendation and full accountability
Fractional Recruiting
Best for: Companies hiring multiple roles at once
What you get: Dedicated recruiting support across multiple searches
You see: Steady candidate flow and faster hiring
Hosted Interviews
Discreet option for sensitive hires, with neutral scheduling when confidentiality matters
Your search stays front-of-line, keeping momentum from first interview to offer
Better candidate experience through preparation and clear expectations
We handle scheduling, confirmations, reminders, and debrief coordination
Ideal for multi-location teams, high-volume hiring, or any role where speed and consistency matter
What Clients Say About Elizabeth
"I’ve worked with Elizabeth and Arena for over a year, and she’s the first recruiter I truly trust. We’ve partnered to fill multiple roles and continue to work together, which speaks to the experience she delivers. Every new hire has
also praised the way she
managed their process.
If you’re looking for a recruiting partner who genuinely shows up and represents your business the right way, she’s someone you
can count on."
Joel
Director of Operations,
Retail/E-commerce Company
