Hiring for technical roles has never been easy, especially when trying to keep projects on time and under budget.
To make matters worse, many hiring managers have learned that hard skills alone, like technical expertise and certifications, aren’t enough. What they really need are candidates who bring both hard and soft skills: communication, adaptability, teamwork, and more.
But those candidates can be hard to find.
That’s why, at PSCI, we look beyond the resume to help our clients hire for both skill and fit.
In this blog post, we look at the importance of soft skills in IT hiring and explain how PSCI can help you find candidates who are not only strong technical fits, but who also adapt seamlessly to the way your organization works.
Why Hiring Based on Skills Alone Can Fall Short
Many IT hires don’t work out because the person couldn’t write code or manage a system. More often, it’s due to mismatched communication styles, clashing work habits, or a lack of accountability.
These intangibles may not be listed on a resume, but they’re often the difference between someone who simply does the job and someone who helps move the project forward.
When matched with a poor cultural fit, you experience slower ramp-up times, increased team friction, and in some cases, early turnover – all of which impact your bottom line.
What Sets Top Performers Apart
When a consultant brings not only strong technical skills but also strong soft skills, the results are quite different.
These professionals know how to:
- Communicate clearly across teams and stakeholders
- Stay flexible when priorities shift
- Own their work and follow through
- Work well within your organization’s processes and culture
These are the qualities that drive long-term success, and the ones we focus on when recommending candidates.
How PSCI Screens for Fit — Not Just Function
We start every client relationship by learning how your team operates: communication preferences, decision-making styles, and the pace of your projects. This allows us to tailor our search for candidates who can thrive in your environment, not just pass a skills test.
Our recruiters evaluate soft skills through targeted interview questions, previous work history, and client feedback from past placements.
This deeper insight helps us connect you with professionals who align with both your technical needs and your team dynamic.
The Value of a Well-Matched Hire
Clients regularly tell us that PSCI candidates ramp up quickly, contribute meaningfully, and stick around.
Here’s what one Director from our pharmaceutical client had to say:
“I have utilized PSCI consultants for well over 10 years. Not only are they consistently talented resources that hit the mark from a technology standpoint, they also take the time to understand our business focus. PSCI demonstrates a consistent high level of commitment.”
This is what we like to call the PSCI difference.
Strong technical skills are essential but they’re only part of the equation.
To build teams that succeed, you need people who align with your team’s rhythm, values, and style. At PSCI, we help you find that balance.
