Palermo Rhodes

Palermo Rhodes is a specialized executive search firm based in Annapolis that focuses on finding exceptional leaders for industrial and engineering sectors. With over 20 years of experience led by founder Thomas Alascio, the company is dedicated to building lasting relationships with clients and helping organizations unlock their full potential.

Palermo Rhodes operates as a trusted partner in executive search, bringing two decades of expertise to the recruitment landscape. The firm specializes in three core areas: Fabricated Products/Steel Manufacturing, Commercial Contracting/Sub Contracting, and Consulting Engineering, positioning themselves as industry experts who understand the unique challenges and requirements of these sectors.

The company's approach centers on finding staff and leaders who will drive organizations forward, with a commitment to excellence that has earned them recognition from clients across various industry segments. Their team has successfully completed searches for ENR top 500 firms as well as local and regional companies, demonstrating their ability to serve clients of all sizes.

In the Commercial Contracting space, Palermo Rhodes has built a strong track record of successful searches across General Contracting, Metal Building Construction, Steel erection, and Commercial/Metal Roofing sectors. They recruit for a wide range of positions from Project Managers and Estimators to Project Executives, Superintendents, Sales professionals, and Project Engineers.

Their Consulting Engineering practice covers searches for Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, EE/MEP specialists, and Geotechnical Engineers, while their Fabricated Products expertise spans Metal Buildings, Steel Joist, Curtain Wall, and other Fabricated/Engineered Products Manufacturing roles. This comprehensive coverage makes them a hallmark firm in industrial recruitment.

Palermo Rhodes prides itself on a direct, no-nonsense approach that cuts to the chase and provides clients with bottom-line information upfront, ensuring no time is wasted in making final decisions. Their willingness to present candidates who may be slightly outside the box while maintaining high leadership standards sets them apart in the executive search market.