A relationship-driven approach to career moves.
For more than forty years, I’ve made a career out of connecting the right people with the right opportunities. My on-line book, The Power of Relationships, grew out of a simple truth: the best moves in your career rarely come from job boards—they come from conversations, trust, and timing.
Below is a confidential sampling of current retained and contingency searches in Western New York and beyond. Titles and industries are listed so you can see where there may be a fit; client names are intentionally kept confidential.
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with a brief summary of your background and the kinds of roles that interest you.
Accounting and Finance
Leadership and key contributor roles across finance, tax, and accounting.
CFO – Real Estate & Development (WNY Suburbs)
- Lead corporate and project-level finance for a growing real estate developer.
- Manage banking relationships, capital structure, and covenant compliance.
- Partner closely with ownership on strategy, forecasting, and growth.
- Hands-on leader comfortable in both boardroom and job site settings.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line: CFO – Real Estate & Development
Tax Manager – Public Accounting (Amherst, NY)
Accounting & Finance – In-office
- Lead client engagements for a respected regional CPA firm.
- Review complex returns and provide planning to closely held businesses.
- Mentor staff and seniors within the tax practice.
- Clear path to greater responsibility and future leadership.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Tax Manager / Partner.”
Financial Analyst – Carbon Projects (Hybrid – Amherst, NY)
Finance & Accounting – Hybrid
- Model project economics for carbon and clean-energy initiatives.
- Analyze pricing, deal structures, and project-level returns.
- Work closely with project finance leadership and the executive team.
- Great fit for an Excel-strong analyst who enjoys real-asset exposure.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Carbon Industry Financial Analyst.”
Customer Service & Accounting Support (Cheektowaga, NY)
Accounting & Finance – In-office
- Blend of customer support, order entry, and light accounting.
- Work closely with service techs and account managers.
- Support billing, contracts, and client follow-up.
- Great role for a detail-oriented relationship builder.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Customer Service / Accounting.”
SEC / International Tax – Global Company. Travel, high visibility
- Lead SEC and international tax compliance for a global manufacturing group.
- Prepare and review provisions, filings, and disclosures.
- Partner with finance leadership on planning and tax strategy.
- Ideal for a technical tax professional seeking an upward path.
Interested? Email Joe Kreuz with subject SEC / International Tax
Real Estate & Development
Sales & Leasing – Commercial Real Estate (Amherst, NY)
Real Estate & Development – In-office
- Lead leasing and sales efforts for a growing commercial real estate portfolio.
- Bonus-driven role tied to occupancy, renewals, and new deals.
- Collaborate closely with owners, project managers, and development teams.
- Ideal for a detail-oriented relationship builder with strong client presence.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Sales & Leasing – Commercial Real Estate.”
Director of Project Management – Ground-Up Development (Owner’s Rep)
Real Estate & Development – In-office (WNY)
- Serve as the owner’s representative for ground-up commercial development projects.
- Oversee schedules, budgets, and coordination between architects, engineers, contractors, and ownership.
- Lead project teams from entitlement through construction and closeout.
- Ideal for a seasoned project leader who enjoys being the “quarterback” between all parties.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Director of Project Management – Real Estate.”
Real Estate Lender – Origination (Amherst, NY)
Sales & Business Development – In-office
- Originate commercial real estate loans across diverse asset classes.
- Leverage long-standing relationships and competitive lender programs.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline across WNY and regional markets.
- Ideal for a connector with CRE finance experience and deal-making instincts.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Real Estate Lending.”
Manufacturing & Operations
HR Manager – Manufacturing (WNY)
Manufacturing & Operations – In-office
- Lead HR for a growing manufacturing operation.
- Own recruiting, onboarding, safety, compliance, and employee relations.
- Partner closely with plant leadership and ownership on culture and workforce strategy.
- Reports directly to the CEO.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “HR Manager – Manufacturing.”
Quality Manager – Precision Manufacturing (Amherst, NY)
Manufacturing & Operations – In-office
- Lead quality systems for a precision manufacturing environment.
- Own audits, documentation, certifications, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with engineering and production on root-cause analysis and process control.
- Ideal for a quality leader who enjoys being close to the process.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Quality Manager – Manufacturing.”
General Manager – Promotional Products (Lancaster, NY)
Manufacturing / Creative Operations – In-office
- Lead day-to-day operations for a growing creative promotional products firm.
- Oversee sales support, production workflow, and vendor relationships.
- Drive profitability, client satisfaction, and team culture.
- Reports directly to the CEO / owner.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “General Manager – Promotional Products.”
Legal & Professional Services
Attorney – Disaster Recovery & Claims (Amherst, NY)
Legal & Professional Services – In-office
- Represent clients navigating complex disaster recovery and claims matters.
- Blend litigation, negotiation, and advisory work across multiple stakeholders.
- Work closely with experienced partners, experts, and public agencies.
- Great fit for an attorney who enjoys mission-driven, impact-focused work.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Attorney – Disaster Recovery & Claims.”
Attorney – Real Estate / Transactional (Buffalo, NY)
Legal & Professional Services – In-office
- Handle real estate and transactional matters for a growing law firm.
- Work with developers, lenders, and business owners.
- Blend of drafting, negotiation, and client advisory.
- Ideal for an attorney who enjoys deal-work more than litigation.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Attorney – Real Estate.”
Operations Manager / COO – Law Firm (Albany, NY)
Legal & Professional Services – In-office
- Oversee finance, operations, HR, and technology for a sophisticated law firm.
- Partner closely with managing partners on strategic planning and firmwide growth.
- Lead teams responsible for infrastructure, administrative support, and client service.
- Ideal for a senior administrator with law-firm or professional-services leadership experience.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Operations Manager – Albany.”
Sales & Business Development
Client-facing roles where relationships, follow-through, and long-term account development are key.
Sales Engineer – Industrial Products (Rochester, NY)
Sales & Business Development – Field Role
- Territory sales role calling on industrial and manufacturing clients.
- Blend of technical product knowledge and relationship-driven selling.
- Bonus / commission-based compensation tied to territory growth.
- Ideal for a consultative salesperson who enjoys being on the road.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Industrial Sales – Rochester.”
Outside Sales – Oil & Petroleum Products (WNY)
Sales & Business Development – Field Role
- Manage a defined territory of industrial and commercial fuel and lubricant clients.
- Focus on relationship retention and new account development.
- Bonus-driven role tied to margin, territory expansion, and volume growth.
- Ideal for a road-warrior who values long-term accounts and customer partnerships.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Petroleum Sales – Buffalo.”
Sales Representative – Custom Signage (Western New York)
Sales & Business Development – Field Role
- Sell custom signage solutions to businesses, institutions, and contractors.
- Work closely with design, fabrication, and installation teams.
- Bonus-driven compensation tied to project wins and repeat business.
- Great role for a visual, creative relationship-builder.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with the subject line “Custom Signage Sales.”
Marketing, Media & Advertising
Media Buyer – Hybrid (1 day in office)
Marketing & Advertising – Hybrid
- Plan, place, and optimize media buys across TV, radio, digital, and streaming platforms.
- Leverage CRM and industry platforms including Strata, SBMS, and Freewheel to manage campaigns and analyze performance.
- Collaborate with account teams and creative staff to align messaging, budgets, and timelines.
- Ideal for a detail-driven buyer with strong analytical instincts and experience in multi-channel media planning.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with subject line “Media Buyer – Marketing.”
Construction Services & Skilled Trades
Sitework Construction General Superintendent
Construction Services – Field Leadership (WNY)
- Lead and coordinate multiple civil/sitework projects across Western New York.
- Oversee excavation, underground utilities, concrete flatwork, asphalt paving, and full site development operations.
- Manage crews, equipment, materials, subcontractors, scheduling, and daily productivity.
- Serve as the primary field liaison ensuring safety, quality, communication, and on-budget delivery.
Interested?
Email Joe Kreuz with subject line “General Superintendent – Sitework.”