O'HARA SEARCH GROUP - Key Persons


Christie Hardin

Job Titles:
  • Executive
  • Recruiter
  • Senior Executive
Christie Hardin is a seasoned Senior Executive Recruiter with an impressive track record spanning over 25 years in technical recruitment. Her expertise lies in identifying and engaging specialized talent within the Manufacturing, Engineering Procurement Construction Management (EPCM), and Architectural Engineering Construction (A/E/C) sectors. Christie excels in crafting and executing recruitment strategies tailored to unearth and engage passive candidates across a wide spectrum, including engineering consulting, environmental, oil & gas, life sciences, EPCM, transportation, mining, construction & remediation, and manufacturing. She is adept at leading compliance efforts in the US for EEOC, OFCCP, and AA regulations, ensuring seamless adherence to recruitment activities. Additionally, she possesses extensive experience in supporting federal contracts both in the United States and Canada. Christie's leadership prowess extends to building and nurturing high-performing recruitment teams across the United States, Canada, and LATAM.

Colleen O'Hara - Founder, Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Founder
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director, Senior Recruiter
Colleen O'Hara is the Founder and Managing Director of O'Hara Search Group Inc., launched in April 2021. Her expertise lies in talent acquisition within the built & natural environment, across the infrastructure, nuclear, energy, power, & mining sectors. 25+ years in recruitment, Colleen is celebrated for her adeptness in crafting and executing highly successful recruitment strategies and programs. She fine-tuned her skills through pivotal roles with industry-leading EPC/EPCM, A/E/C global organizations as well as with one of Canada's largest food and food service companies. Colleen's proficiency extends to recruiting diverse, multi-disciplinary talent, showcasing a talent for merging market insights with a collaborative, consultative approach. This unique skill set enables her to provide custom-tailored solutions for a seamless candidate and client experience.

Keira O'Hara

Job Titles:
  • Recruiter
Keira O'Hara is an accomplished Recruiter specializing in the Engineering Procurement Construction Management (EPCM) and Architectural Engineering Construction (A/E/C) industries. Her approach is marked by a positive, client-centric attitude, dedicating time to thoroughly understand client role requirements, organizational culture, and business vision. Keira leverages her adept research skills to delve into the market, ensuring she identifies the best possible fit for each role. Passionate about connecting clients with top talent and helping individuals discover their next career opportunity. Keira excels in researching, sourcing, and engaging candidates within the heavy civil markets.Keira is also well-versed in end-to-end recruiting for large-scale project recruitment programs focusing on professional roles.

Liam Williamson

Job Titles:
  • Recruiter
Liam joined O'Hara Search Group Inc. in April 2021, bringing a curious and adventurous spirit to our team. Making a strategic shift in his career in 2021, he transitioned from a skilled trades background into recruitment. Liam integrates his firsthand construction field expertise into his daily recruitment approach. He places a strong emphasis on cultivating relationships with clients and candidates, a practice that allows him to form meaningful connections. With a wealth of experience, he excels in recruiting diverse talent across Engineering, Construction, Natural Sciences, and Project Services.