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• Collaboration in construction: a necessary evolution, not an option

  03-10-2024 08:00 via building.co.uk
  
  The future of construction depends on our ability to work together. The challenge is significant, but the rewards are even greater.
  
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• Director of Infrastructure Solutions

  02-07-2026 18:04 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Director of Infrastructure Solutions
  Wimborne or Woking | Hybrid
  Help shape the future of Biodiversity Net Gain across the UK's largest infrastructure projects.
  Wild Capital is the UK's leading national developer of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units and Nutrient Neutrality credits. As Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) come into scope for BNG, we're looking for a commercially driven Director of Infrastructure Solutions to establish and grow our presence in this emerging marke
  
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• Structures Working Foreman

  02-07-2026 16:58 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Working Foreman Required - Structures BackgroundLocation: Solihull AreaWe are currently looking for an experienced Working Foreman with a strong structures backgroundRequirements:
  ✅ Proven experience as a Working Foreman
  ✅ Strong background in structural/civil engineering works
  ✅ Ability to supervise site teams while remaining hands-on when required
  ✅ Good understanding of health & safety and site procedures
  ✅ Valid CSCS card (SSSTS/SMSTS advantageous)
  Immediate
  
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• Groundworks Multi Trader Required

  02-07-2026 16:56 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Groundworks Multi Trader - Bromsgrove Salary: £36,000 per annumCompany Van ProvidedLocation: Bromsgrove & surrounding areas
  ⏰ Immediate Start Available
  Daniel Owen are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Multi Trader to join a well-established and growing contractor working across the Midlands.
  This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent role with a busy company offering consistent work, a company van and the chance to be part of a friendly, hardworking
  
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• JIB/GOLD ECS Electrician

  02-07-2026 16:49 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  ⚡ Electricians Required - , Wendover - HP22 6EW ⚡
  Location: Wendover, HP22 6EW (travel between Aylesbury area sites required)Requirements:
  ✅ JIB Electrotechnical Certification OR
  ✅ ECS Gold Card / ECS White-Brown Card OR
  ✅ CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
  ✅ Own vehicle essential (travel between sites)
  Immediate starts available.Get in touch today if you're available and meet the above requirements.MSS Infrastructure Ltd operates as a recruitment agency and is com
  
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• Skilled Cold Cutters

  02-07-2026 16:46 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Skilled Cold Cutter required in Hemel Hempstead.
  MadiganGill's specialist Trades and Labour team are seeking a CSCS card holding Skilled Pipe Cold Cutter for a job in HP3.
  The Skilled Cold Cutter must:Hold a valid CSCS card with the relevant ticket.
  Have full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, Hard hat, boots, hi-vis & goggles.
  Have previous experience in a similar role - be reliable, hard-working and punctual.
  Have good communication skills and be able to work both independently
  
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• IPAF MEWP Operator

  02-07-2026 16:14 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  IPAF MEWP Operator required in Hemel Hempstead.
  MadiganGill's specialist Trades and Labour team are seeking a CSCS card holding IPAF Operator for a job in Hemel Hempstead.
  The IPAF must:Hold a valid CSCS card with an IPAF ticket.
  Have full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, Hard hat, boots, hi-vis & goggles.
  Have previous experience in a similar role - be reliable, hard-working and punctual.
  Have good communication skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a te
  
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• Decarbonisation Manager

  02-07-2026 15:50 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Decarbonisation Branch Manager
  Location: Orpington (covering the South East)
  Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Package
  Are you an experienced operational leader with a strong background in decarbonisation, retrofit or planned works within the social housing sector?
  We're working with a well-established contractor that is continuing to expand its decarbonisation division and is looking to appoint an experienced Decarbonisation Branch Manager to lead its South East operation. Based from the
  
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• Building safety regulator says average gateway 3 approval time stood at 16 weeks in latest data bulletin

  02-07-2026 15:07 via building.co.uk
  
  Nearly 300 applications received for final part of process, BSR says, although no new build jobs have reached stage yet
  
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• Lendlease and Crown Estate set up new development management JV

  02-07-2026 14:23 via building.co.uk
  
  Pair set to start work on an initial three schemes at Euston, Silvertown and Stratford
  
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• Contractors not guaranteed to price London jobs just because output is low, T&T Alinea warns

  02-07-2026 14:02 via building.co.uk
  
  Consultant says firms citing capacity issues and risk for not working up bids on some schemes
  
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• Vistry and L&Q get green light for 3,500-home neighbourhood in Essex

  02-07-2026 12:38 via building.co.uk
  
  Development forms part of 10,000-home Chelmsford Garden Community masterplan
  
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• Continuous Improvement & Projects Manager

  02-07-2026 12:38 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Gleeson is proud to partner with leading distributor across the UK, in the search for a Continuous Improvement & Project Manager to drive operational excellence across their supply chain network.
  This is a fantastic opportunity to lead business-critical improvement initiatives across warehousing, logistics, inventory, and distribution operations. Working with cross-functional stakeholders, you will deliver projects that enhance efficiency, optimise processes, improve service levels, and sup
  
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• JP Morgan submits plans for £60m Barbican office refurb

  02-07-2026 12:23 via building.co.uk
  
  Top two storeys of 2005 building to be extended and facades overhauled
  
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• Senior Ecolgist

  02-07-2026 11:57 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior Ecologist (Early / Mid / Advanced Stage - Principal Track)Full-Time | Northern Ireland (Home-Based)A forward-thinking ecological consultancy operating across Ireland and the UK is expanding its senior technical team. This is a home-based opportunity for an experienced ecologist ready to step into greater leadership, influence, and project ownership across a wide range of high-impact ecological work ?
  Designed as a structured career pathway, this role flexes around your experience level -
  
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• Hill edges profit and turnover up despite building safety approval delays

  02-07-2026 11:44 via building.co.uk
  
  Housebuilder says trading was ‘satsifactory’ but continues to be dogged by regulatory hold-ups
  
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• Contracts Engineers / Contracts Manager (U.S.A.)

  02-07-2026 11:25 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client now seeks a SENIOR CONTRACTS ENGINEER / CONTRACTS MANAGER to join them on a large industrial new build project which is in the U.S.A.
  This role can be either full time in the USA or a hybrid role between the U.K. and the U.S.A. with around 50/50 in each country.
  We need someone who has trained as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a BSc and MRICS qualified.
  You will work on contracts administration and contracts management and possible a smaller amount of claims.
  You will need
  
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• Contracts Engineers / Contracts Manager (U.S.A. & U.K.)

  02-07-2026 11:19 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client now seeks a SENIOR CONTRACTS ENGINEER / CONTRACTS MANAGER to join them on a large industrial new build project which is in the U.S.A.
  This is a hybrid role between the U.K. and the U.S.A. with around 50/50 in each country.
  We need someone who has trained as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a BSc and MRICS qualified.
  You will work on contracts administration and contracts management and possible a smaller amount of claims.
  You will need to be able to add value to the client.
  T
  
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• Experienced Joiners Required | High-End Commercial Fit-Outs

  02-07-2026 10:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  We're looking for experienced, reliable Joiners to join our client's growing team, working on high-end commercial washroom and cubicle installations across a range of prestigious projects.
  Our client has experienced substantial growth and has an exciting pipeline of work. They are looking to build a team of skilled Joiners they can rely on for both upcoming and future projects.
  What you'll be doing:Installation of high-end toilet and washroom cubicles
  Working on prestigious commercial fit-out pr
  
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• Senior Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineer

  02-07-2026 10:21 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client is a firm of engineering consultants.
  They are now seeking a SENIOR GEOTECHNICAL / GEOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER to join them in NORTH LONDON.
  You will do a range of site investigations and contaminated land assessments and more.
  You will supervise more junior engineers.
  The work will be both site based and office based.
  You will do specification, operation and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigations and other duties.
  Some travel will be required around
  
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• Technical Officer / Property Manager

  02-07-2026 08:12 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Property Manager / Technical Officer - Housing Organisation
  Long term contract available
  37 hour week - Hybrid Working
  Proven Housing background required
  £42ph PAYE
  The Private Sector Housing Team provides core Housing Solutions functions including statutory services provided under the Housing Acts1996, 2004
  , and other statutes. The team specialises in effective assessment, investigation, and complaint resolution in relation to private sector housing standards and functions, illegal evict
  
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• PTS/EUSR Ganger

  01-07-2026 17:29 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Ganger - Rail Civils
  We're currently looking for an experienced Ganger to join our growing rail team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the right experience and certifications to work on ongoing rail infrastructure projects.
  Pay Rates£17.62 per hour for the first 39 hours per week
  £26.43 per hour for all hours worked over 39 hours per week
  Saturday Overtime:First 4 hours: £26.42 per hour
  Any additional hours: £35.24 per hourRequirements
  To be considered, y
  
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• PTS Ganger

  01-07-2026 16:43 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  PTS Ganger - LondonMSS Infrastructure are currently looking for an experienced PTS Ganger for an immediate start on a long-term project in NW10
  Role:Start ASAP
  Longer term work over one year - opportunity for progression
  Potential weekends
  10 hour daysRequirements:Valid PTS (AC & DCCR only - Track Induction not required)
  Gold CSCS Card
  SSSTS
  EUSR Category 1 & 2- All tickets are non negotiable
  Overtime after 39 hours
  This is a fantastic opportunity offering competitive rates, regular over
  
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• Graduate Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineer

  01-07-2026 15:41 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client is a firm of engineering consultants.
  They are now seeking a GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL / GEOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER to join them in NORTH LONDON.
  You will do a range of ground investigation projects and more.
  The work will be both site based and office based.
  You will do specification, operation and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigations and other duties.
  Good supervision and training will be given.
  THE COMPANY
  My client is a firm of engineering consulta
  
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• Early Years Teacher

  01-07-2026 15:14 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  About the School - The British School of Barcelona (City):
  The British School of Barcelona (BSB) is a leading international school and member of HMC. A recent BSO inspection judged the school to be outstanding in every area, including quality of education, safeguarding, pupil welfare and academic outcomes.BSB is a large, very popular school for children aged 3 to 18. Our curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, and we offer a wide range of GCSEs, A levels and the International Bac
  
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• Graduate Engineering Geologist

  01-07-2026 15:09 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client is a firm of engineering consultants with a number of office around the U.K.
  They are now seeking a GRADUATE ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST to join them in LEEDS, WEST YORKSHIRE.
  You will assist in providing geotechnical solutions across a wide range of projects including thos in the RAIL and CONSTRUCTION sectors.
  You will assist with doing ground modelling, geotechnical design, risk assessment and you will work closely with the other engineering departments.
  You will assist with desk
  
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• Gallagher increases turnover and profit

  01-07-2026 14:40 via building.co.uk
  
  Kent contractor says getting hold of labour has become easier in wake of housing slowdown
  
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• Labourer (Welfare)

  01-07-2026 14:34 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Welfare labourer required in Hatfield.
  MadiganGill's specialist Trades and Labour team are seeking a CSCS card holding Welfare labourer for a job in Hatfield.The Labourer must:Hold a valid {blank} card with the relevant ticket.
  Have full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, Hard hat, boots, hi-vis & goggles.
  Have previous experience in a similar role - be reliable, hard-working and punctual.
  Have good communication skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team
  
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• In pictures: Multiplex’s One Leadenhall tower completes

  01-07-2026 14:22 via building.co.uk
  
  City of London scheme designed by Make
  
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• Small housebuilders’ confidence dented by Iran conflict, survey finds

  01-07-2026 13:55 via building.co.uk
  
  HBF findings shows expectations for have weakened since war began at end of February
  
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