A Leader in Executive Recruiting for More Than 40 Years
Kimmel & Associates is a prominent executive search firm headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, operating within the staffing and recruiting industry across North America. The organization specializes in placing high-impact leadership talent for clients in construction, renewable and sustainable infrastructure, waste and recycling, and supply chain sectors. With a footprint spanning the continent, the firm serves a diverse array of industry verticals including concrete, electrical contracting, heavy civil, mining, roofing, and steel, alongside roles for owners and developers.
The firm utilizes a targeted recruiting process designed to identify and secure executives ranging from C-suite leaders and presidents to specialized directors in engineering, safety, preconstruction, and operations. Consultants leverage deep expertise within specific industry verticals and geographic regions to combine local market insight with national talent reach. This methodology, known as the Career-Directed Approach, focuses on uncovering candidate motivations to ensure long-term alignment between clients and talent rather than facilitating short-term placements.
For over four decades, Kimmel & Associates has established a reputation built on trust, consistency, and measurable results. The organization maintains a commitment to exceptional service and lasting partnerships, a standard referred to as the Kimmel Standard. By treating executive search as a professional responsibility, the firm supports organizations in building robust leadership teams capable of driving sustained success in complex industrial and commercial environments.