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• British Museum consultants’ framework up for grabs

  07-03-2025 08:00 via building.co.uk
  
  Four year deal worth £46m
  
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• Multi Trade Joiner (Temp)

  23-09-2026 12:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Temporary Multi-Skilled Joiner
  Location: Ashington
  Contract: Temporary until April 2027
  Rate: £17.99 PAYE | £23.89 LTD | £26.41 Charge
  Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
  At the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), we connect jobseekers with fully funded training and employment opportunities that support the UK's transition to a greener economy. Working alongside employers across construction, retrofit, renewable energy and sustainability, we help candidates ac
  
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• WSP abandons Arcadis takeover plan

  23-09-2026 12:38 via building.co.uk
  
  Canadian engineer said it had been ‘unable to engage with Arcadis regarding the terms of a potential transaction’
  
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• CDM Principal Designer - Energy & Renewables

  23-09-2026 11:37 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  This is an exciting opportunity to join a start-up Health & Safety and CDM consultancy with established Tier 1 client relationships across construction, healthcare, energy and infrastructure. They are now hiring for a CDM Principal Designer for an recently won Energy & Renewables scheme
  The client is looking to hire an experienced, CDM Principal Designer / Pre-Construction Risk Manager to lead design safety coordination for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), high-voltag
  
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• Mechanical Test Rig Technician

  23-09-2026 10:06 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Mechanical Test Rig TechnicianLocation: Watford, Hertfordshire
  Rate: £30.00 per hour
  Contract: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
  Hours: Full-Time | Immediate Start Available
  MSS Infrastructure Ltd is recruiting for a Mechanical Test Rig Technician to join a specialist engineering and testing facility in Watford.
  This is a practical, hands-on role focused on building, modifying and maintaining bespoke test rigs within a laboratory environment. Ideal for candidates from mechanical assembly, HVAC,
  
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• VP of Sales

  23-09-2026 09:50 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  VP Sales (Spain or Middle East)Client Side - Data Centre SectorSalary up to €250,000 + Uncapped OTE + PackageClear are working exclusively with a growing international infrastructure business that is expanding its Data Centre division and is now looking to appoint a VP of Sales to lead its commercial growth.
  This is a genuine build-and-grow opportunity. The successful candidate will take ownership of the sales strategy, develop relationships with major data centre customers and partners, an
  
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• Health & Safety Business Development Lead

  23-09-2026 09:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  This is an exciting opportunity to join a start-up Health & Safety and CDM consultancy with established Tier 1 client relationships across construction, healthcare, energy and infrastructure. They are now hiring their first dedicated Business Development Lead to build a proactive commercial engine around the business.
  This is a commercial position rather than a support function. The successful Business Development Lead will own the entire commercial process from identifying prospects to invo
  
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• Temporary Facilities/Contracts Manager

  23-09-2026 09:33 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Contracts Manager/Hard Services ManagerLocation: Stockport
  Contract: Temporary until the end of November
  Start date: ASAP
  Rate: Negotiable, depending on experience
  Working arrangement: Hybrid - Stockport-based a couple of days per week
  We are looking for an immediately available Contract Manager or Hard Services Manager to support the day-to-day running of a facilities management contract in Stockport.
  Key responsibilities:Overseeing the day-to-day running of the contract
  Managing planned preven
  
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• Senior Building Safety Consultant

  22-09-2026 17:48 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Join the specialist Building Safety Advisory arm of an award-winning design safety consultancy who looking to appoint Building Safety Consultant to be part an already established Building Safety team, working closely with major clients across most sectors within the built environment.This is a role centred around technical delivery, working closely in accordance with the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations, Building Act, Approved Documents and RICS professional Standards. The client is loo
  
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• Earthworks/Structures Supervisor

  22-09-2026 16:49 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  EARTHWORKS / STRUCTURES SUPERVISOR REQUIREDWe are currently recruiting for an experienced and reliable Earthworks / Structures Supervisor to join a busy construction project.
  The successful candidate will have proven experience supervising construction activities on site, with a strong background in earthworks, structures, civils and general site operations. You will be responsible for ensuring works are carried out safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
  Key ResponsibilitiesS
  
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• Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Civils

  22-09-2026 15:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Civils
  Hemel Hempstead£35,000 - £40,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
  A growing civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of projects across the South East. Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of civils and infrastructure schemes valued up to £4m.
  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Ass
  
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• BIM/REVIT Technician

  22-09-2026 14:59 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  BIM / Revit MEP Technician
  Birmingham | Permanent | Full-timeWe're working with an established building performance engineering consultancy that is growing its Birmingham team and looking for a BIM / Revit MEP Technician to join the business at an exciting stage of its development.With a strong track record across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, leisure and infrastructure, the business delivers technically challenging MEP projects where good coordination and high
  
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• Development delays hit Clegg’s turnover

  22-09-2026 13:32 via building.co.uk
  
  Nottingham-firm more than doubles pre-tax profit
  
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• Turnover down as housebuilder Henry Boot falls to loss in half-year results

  22-09-2026 13:17 via building.co.uk
  
  Business sees land sales cut in half, while completed homes sales also drop
  
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• Costain appointed to build RSHP’s transformation of South Kensington tube station

  22-09-2026 13:17 via building.co.uk
  
  Enabling work to start this autumn
  
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• Structural Revit Technician - Cambridge

  22-09-2026 13:05 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Structural Revit Technician
  Cambridge
  £38k-£45kDo you have a few years of structural revit experience in the buildings design consultancy area?Hungry for career progression and great projects?Interested to find out more about working for this 70 strong innovative and design led structural design practice?
  This role is to be based in their small, but growing, Cambridge studio, which currently has just under 10 staff.This is a design led practice with exciting and challenging architect
  
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• M&A Technical Services Manager - Hospitality & Leisure Property

  22-09-2026 11:22 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  M&A Technical Services Manager | Hospitality, Leisure & Property | Hybrid | National TravelWe're partnering with a leading UK hospitality and leisure business as they enter an exciting phase of growth, investment and expansion.As part of this strategy, they're creating a brand-new M&A Technical Services Manager role. This is a rare opportunity for a technically astute property professional to sit at the intersection of acquisitions, development and asset strategy, playing a pivotal r
  
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• Cost Manager - Leisure & Hospitality

  22-09-2026 11:12 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Cost Manager | Leisure & Hospitality | Hybrid | National TravelWe're supporting a major hospitality and leisure operator in the appointment of a Cost Manager to join its Capital Projects team.This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager to play a key role across acquisitions, development projects and major capital investment programmes. The successful individual will help ensure robust commercial governance while supporting significant future i
  
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• Multi-Skilled Tradesman

  22-09-2026 10:30 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Multi-Trade Operative - Social Housing
  Location: North West
  Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE)
  Job Type: Temporary Ongoing
  Start Date: Immediate Start Available
  We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative to join a busy social housing contractor carrying out repairs, maintenance, and refurbishment works across void and tenanted properties.
  This is a temporary ongoing position with consistent work available for the right candidate.
  Duties:Carrying out reactive and planne
  
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• Senior Lettings Negotiaitor

  22-09-2026 10:24 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Dove and Hawk is working with their client to find an ambitious, experienced, and driven Senior Lettings Negotiator to join our successful, growing team in Hendon.
  Key ResponsibilitiesRegistering and qualifying applicants and matching them with suitable properties
  Conducting property viewings and securing offers
  Negotiating offers and tenancy terms
  Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords
  Winning new instructions and identifying new business opportunities
  Managing the lettin
  
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• Severfield brings in Manchester Airports Group boss for newly created commercial role

  22-09-2026 10:00 via building.co.uk
  
  Terry Fitzmaurice was previously MAG’s procurement and contracts director
  
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• McAlpine veteran joins McLaren’s CM business as divisional director

  22-09-2026 10:00 via building.co.uk
  
  Martin Ewing to oversee contractor’s current deals
  
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• SES eyes debut data centre work as turnover hits record number

  22-09-2026 09:00 via building.co.uk
  
  Firm on PCSA for two jobs worth £200m each
  
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• Senior Civil/Structural Design Engineer

  21-09-2026 18:36 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Freelance Principal Civil / Structural EngineerLocation: Bridgend / South Wales - Hybrid & Remote Working
  Rate: £40-£50 per hour Umbrella
  Contract: Freelance | Long-Term OpportunityI'm working with a major engineering and construction organisation that is looking to bring an experienced Principal Civil / Structural Engineer into its internal design consultancy on a freelance basis.The design team supports major projects across a range of sectors, including water, heavy industrial
  
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• Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

  21-09-2026 18:26 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer
  Birmingham | Building Services Consultancy | Hybrid FlexibilityAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to join a growing building services consultancy in Birmingham.Established for more than 25 years, this independently owned consultancy delivers mechanical, electrical and building performance engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, commercial, education, residential, life sciences
  
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• Experienced Civil Design Engineer (Drainage)

  21-09-2026 18:20 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Drainage Engineer - Highways, Infrastructure & SuDSLocation: UK - Office-based/hybrid options available
  Type: Full-Time | Permanent
  Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / DrainageI'm working with a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy that is looking to strengthen its drainage and infrastructure team with an experienced Drainage Engineer.The business works across a broad range of major infrastructure, development, highways, masterplanning and renewable energy proj
  
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• Senior/Principal Marine Ecologist

  21-09-2026 16:57 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior or Principal Marine Ecologist
  Contract | Bristol / Hybrid | Marine & Defence
  I'm currently recruiting for an exciting Senior or Principal Marine Ecologist contract opportunity with a leading organisation supporting complex environmental projects across the defence and marine sectors.
  This is a specialist role for an experienced marine ecologist with strong Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) experience, who can provide senior technical input across coastal and marine trials, operati
  
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• NRSWA Streetworks Operative

  21-09-2026 16:55 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  NRWSA Streetworks Operatives Required - Immediate StartsWe are currently recruiting experienced Streetworks Operatives for long-term work on the HS2 infrastructure projectWhat we offer:Immediate starts available
  Long-term work
  Competitive rates
  Opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projectsRequirements:Valid NRSWA/Streetworks ticket
  CSCS card
  Previous streetworks or civil engineering experience
  PPE
  Right to work in the UKIf you're available and interested, please get in t
  
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• Control Room Team Leader (Wind Turbines)

  21-09-2026 16:48 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Control Room Team Leader
  Perth, Scotland | Renewable Energy | Wind
  I'm currently working with a growing renewable energy business that is looking to appoint an experienced Control Room Team Leader to strengthen its operational monitoring and control room function in Perth.
  The business specialises in the operation, maintenance, optimisation and asset management of onshore wind assets across the UK, and this is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in SCADA, operational control or
  
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• Plumber - Frome

  21-09-2026 14:51 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Plumber - FromeLocation: Frome, with work across Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire and surrounding areas
  Salary: £36,000 to £38,000 per year
  Contract: Permanent or subcontract
  Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
  Immediate startThe Opportunity
  We are looking for a qualified Plumber to join a growing business delivering plumbing work across domestic and commercial properties.
  The role will be approximately two thirds domestic work, with the remainder covering commercial projects. The suc
  
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