How quickly will I see candidates?

Many searches produce qualified submissions quickly once intake is aligned and interview availability is confirmed. Expect weekly updates and clear checkpoints.

What makes your approach different from posting a job?

We lead with targeted passive outreach and structured screening, so you see fewer candidates, but better fits.

What does your shortlist include?

A tight set of finalists with clear summaries, compensations alignment, motivation, and next-step recommendations - designed for fast decisions.

Can Arena help host interviews?

Yes. We can coordinate or host interviews to save time and keep the process consistent from first interview through close.

Regional Manager, Mountain Summit + Central Corridor

Introducing
Elizabeth Simonov

Direct hire recruiting partner for Construction and Manufacturing. Serving the Rocky Mountain region and the Central Corridor.

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Northern Colorado

Based in

The Rocky Mountain region and the Central Corridor

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Construction & Manufacturing

Specialization

71,000+ candidates in our database

250+ placements made annually

2-3 weeks typical time to shortlist

3-7 days average to submit

The Rocky Mountain region and the Central Corridor

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

Construction leaders staffing project teams across multiple states
Plant leaders building maintenance, reliability, and production leadership benches
Operations teams needing dependable leadership and key support roles

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States & Regions I Support

Serving Projects Across the Midwest &
Mountain West

Colorado (CO)
Utah (UT)
Wyoming (WY)
Montana (MT)
New Mexico (NM)
Texas (TX)
Oklahoma (OK)
Kansas (KS)
Nebraska (NE)
South Dakota (SD)
North Dakota (ND)
Missouri (MO)

Markets I Support

Construction

Commercial and tenant improvement
Healthcare and education builds
Industrial and logistics
Multifamily and mixed-use
Heavy civil and infrastructure (where applicable)
Safety, quality, and project controls

Manufacturing

Food manufacturing
Machinery and equipment
Fabricated metals
Plastics, packaging, and rubber
Transportation equipment
Industrial services and maintenance organizations

Roles I Recruit For

Delivery

Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
Superintendent
General Superintendent
Shift Supervisor
Production Supervisor
Master Scheduler
Production Planner

Digital Systems

Controls Engineer / Automation Engineer (PLC)
ERP Analyst (plant systems)
CMMS power user / maintenance planner (where applicable)

Leadership

Project Executive
Director of Construction
VP of Operations
Plant Manager
Operations Manager
Production Manager
Maintenance Manager
Reliability Manager

Operations & Finance

Supply Chain Manager
Materials Manager
Buyer
Planner
Inventory Control Manager
Plant Controller
Cost Accountant
Project Accountant (construction)

People & Growth

HR Manager / HR Generalist
Talent Acquisition
Continuous Improvement Manager / Lean Leader
Training and development coordinator

Technical & Quality

Estimator
Pre-construction Manager
Quality Manager
Quality Engineer
Process Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
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 feedback
so 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.

Our 5-Step Process

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

02

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

04

05 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.

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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

Salary Analysis

We asses market salary trends and customize your search to match the required skill level for each position.

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

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