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• Derwent says demand for London office space hotting up

  08-08-2024 12:47 via building.co.uk
  
  Developer expects 25 Baker Street and Network Building jobs to complete next year
  
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• Mine Closure Consultant Tanzania

  15-07-2026 11:26 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Mine Closure Consultant
  Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (Hybrid - 3 Office days a week)
  Are you an environmental professional passionate about leaving a lasting, positive legacy? We are seeking a technically skilled Mine Closure Consultant to join a premier environmental and social consultancy dedicated to responsible resource development across Africa.
  In this role, you won't just be closing sites; you will be designing sustainable land-use solutions that benefit clients, communities, and the
  
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• Skilled Labourer - Bicester

  15-07-2026 11:16 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Skilled Labourer needed in Bicester
  We are working with a client who are looking for a skilled labourer to work on a commercial site in Bicester, Oxfordshire.Duties will involve:
  - Installing temporary floor protection- Installing general protection throughout the siteRequirements:
  - Must be relibale and punctual- Able to work to a deadline- Previous skilled labouring experience- Must work to a high standard
  If you are interested in this skilled labourer role, please apply and we will contact yo
  
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• Site Forman/Supervisor

  15-07-2026 10:34 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  SUPERVISOR FOR NEW BUILD SITE IN SCOTLAND - PA4PH - 1 YEAR CONTRACT - START TO FINISH
  Supervisor needed for a new build site in scotland - this will be for the legnth of the project from start to finish - duration at least 1 year .
  RATE IS NEGOTIABLE- start on 20th July 2026Tickets required:
  SSSTS
  CSCS
  FIRST AID
  MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN NEW BUILD, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTIONCALL ASAP RACHEL ON 07808242327Requiring Groundworkers, Machine Operators, 360 Drivers - if you have any recomendation please
  
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• Community Investment Executive

  15-07-2026 10:33 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Job Title: Community Investment ExecutiveDepartment: Business Development, Marketing and Social ValueReports to: Community Investment ManagerLocation: Hybrid (head office and project sites)
  Role Purpose
  The Community Investment Executive will support the delivery, measurement, and reporting of social value commitments across all projects. The role is critical in ensuring compliance with public procurement requirements, particularly under the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012, and in delive
  
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• Senior Ratings Surveyor - Commercial Buildings/Properties

  15-07-2026 10:18 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior Ratings Surveyor - Commercial Buildings/Properties
  Location: City of London - St Pauls
  Sector: Commercial Property
  Salary: £120,000 - £180,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits
  Join a Prestigious Property Management Practice
  Our client is a highly respected property management practice with over 150 years of history and an outstanding reputation within the UK commercial property sector. Based in the heart of the City of London, the firm provides expert advice across business rates,
  
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• Boss of M&E contractor T Clarke leaves with immediate effect

  14-07-2026 22:14 via building.co.uk
  
  Mark Lawrence goes after nearly 41 years at firm
  
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• Part 2/Advanced Scaffolder

  14-07-2026 17:57 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Scaffolders Required - Immediate Starts - Coventry
  We are currently recruiting experienced Scaffolders for a long-term project in Coventry, with immediate starts available.
  Requirements:Valid CISRS Scaffolder Card ( Part 2 or Advanced)
  Harness Training (essential)
  Working at Heights Training
  Previous experience on commercial or industrial construction projects
  Strong understanding of site health and safety procedures
  Ability to work as part of a team and deliver work to a high standardJob Detail
  
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• Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling - Senior Consultant

  14-07-2026 17:22 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling
  Senior Consultant
  Leeds or LondonOur client is a leading independent environmental consultancy, underpinned by a growing team of experts in environmental policy, strategy, design, and assessment.They are seeking a Senior Consultant to join the team, with at least 4+ years’ experience undertaking hydraulic modelling and preparing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA). This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking solution focused environmental consulta
  
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• Flood Risk and Drainage - Consultant or Senior Consultant

  14-07-2026 17:01 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Flood Risk and Drainage
  Consultant or Senior Consultant
  Bristol or LondonOur client is a leading independent environmental consultancy, underpinned by a growing team of experts in environmental policy, strategy, design, and assessment.
  With a proven track record of success, they has been involved with UK Government expert groups and European Commission working groups, providing expert evidence at Public Inquiries, and helped clients gain planning consent for thousands of projects.The Role
  We are
  
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• IPAF / MEWP Operator

  14-07-2026 16:14 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  About us:
  Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality, temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment.Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance and engineering companies.
  Labourer's Responsibilities:
  We are looking for a MEWP Operatorto join our site team on a project in the Farnborough area.
  When working as a MEWP Operator you will be responsible for safely operating the Mobile Ele
  
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• AD/TD - Carbon and Climate Change

  14-07-2026 15:13 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  We are seeking an experienced carbon and climate change professional at Associate Director or Technical Director to join a growing carbon and climate change team. The company is a leading independent environmental consultancy, underpinned by a growing team of experts in environmental policy, strategy, design, and assessment.
  With a proven track record of success, they has been involved with UK Government expert groups and European Commission working groups, providing expert evidence at Public In
  
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• Speller Metcalfe profit jumps

  14-07-2026 14:23 via building.co.uk
  
  Regional contractor says 98% of this year’s workload already in bag
  
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• Government agency downgrades confidence in ability to deliver cladding remediation programme

  14-07-2026 14:03 via building.co.uk
  
  NISTA says worries have increased because of capacity issues and rising construction costs
  
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• In pictures: Grosvenor Square transformation to open next week

  14-07-2026 13:50 via building.co.uk
  
  New images show reinstatement of Mayfair square’s original 1720s oval by Tonkin Liu and BDP
  
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• Materials business sees profit nearly halved

  14-07-2026 13:47 via building.co.uk
  
  BRCK was subject of failed takeover bid by Bovis owner Atlas earlier this year
  
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• Principal / Associate Structural Engineer

  14-07-2026 13:05 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  We are currently seeking a PRINCIPAL / ASSOCIATE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER to join our client based in Leeds.
  This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm of consulting engineers who offer the right candidates interesting projects to work on and good prospects for promotion.
  You will be involved in doing structural engineering design, organisation and team management etc. for a wide variety of project types including Hospitals, Commercial offices, Schools, Residential, Industrial,
  
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• Estates Caretaker

  14-07-2026 13:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Job Title: Estates Caretaker
  Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time
  Sector: Property Services
  Location: High Wycombe
  Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  Salary: £17,650.00 per annum
  We have an opportunity for an Estates Caretaker to work across residential social housing estates in High Wycombe, delivering a proactive and responsive cleaning and caretaking service.
  Responsibilities:Cleaning communal areas across residential properties to a high standard.
  Vacuuming, wiping surfaces, removin
  
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• Delancey latest to scale back life sciences plans as Islington lab scheme becomes offices

  14-07-2026 12:54 via building.co.uk
  
  KPF-designed proposals for north London’s Knowledge Quarter amended to ’better reflect today’s occupier requirements’
  
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• Profit at Laing O’Rourke doubles but building safety defect provisions head north again

  14-07-2026 12:35 via building.co.uk
  
  Firm hails improved bottom line and record order book but contractor sees exceptional items hit £48m
  
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• Works Surveyor (Project)

  14-07-2026 12:15 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Works Surveyor (Project)
  Location: South London, Sutton
  Type: Temp ongonig
  Rate: £413.30 Umbrella
  Hours: 37.5 hours per week
  Social Housing Experience Required
  Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known client based in the South London, Sutton area, who are looking for a highly skilled Works Surveyor (Project) to join their team.
  Key Responsibilities - Works Surveyor (Project)Planned maintenance within social housing or residential property.
  Carrying out property surveys and fea
  
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• Port Operatives

  14-07-2026 12:05 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Port Operative
  Location: Liverpool, L21 1LA
  Pay Rate: £13.45 - £20.18 per hour
  Contract: Ongoing
  Start Date: ASAP
  McGinley Support Services are currently recruiting Port Operatives to join a a client based at the Port of Liverpool.
  The Role: Working within a busy port and industrial environment, you'll be responsible for supporting operational activities, maintaining safe and clean working areas, and assisting with general port duties as required.
  Key Duties:
  Industrial and site clea
  
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• Head of Asset Programmes & Capital Investment

  14-07-2026 11:52 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Head of Asset Programmes & Capital Investment
  Location: Sutton
  Daily Rate: £471.44 (PAYE) | £619.96 (Limited Company/Umbrella)
  We are recruiting for an experienced Head of Asset Programmes & Capital Investment to lead the planning and delivery of a significant housing investment programme for a well-established social housing organisation.
  This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone with a strong background in asset management, capital works and data-driven investment
  
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• Property Accquistions Coordinator

  14-07-2026 10:26 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Property Acquisitions Coordinator - Battersea - £60,000Our client, a leading property investor specialising in companies with commercial and residential properties in London, is seeking an experienced Property Acquisitions Coordinator to join their team.ResponsibilitiesCreating and maintaining property schedules
  Carrying out desktop valuationsKeeping on top of incoming leads and opportunities
  Assisting the acquisitions team day-to-daySpeaking with and meeting vendors
  Helping progress sales
  
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• Infrastructure Project Manager

  13-07-2026 17:33 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Infrastructure Project ManagerBirminghamSalary up to £55k
  I'm working with a growing, independent construction consultancy that's looking to appoint an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to join their Birmingham team.This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking consultancy that was built on doing things differently. Established by industry professionals who wanted to move away from the constraints of large corporate firms, they've created a business with a g
  
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• Graduate Electrical Project Engineer

  13-07-2026 16:28 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Graduate Electrical Project EngineerMaynooth€38,000 - €40,000 + Career Progression + Technical Training + Accommodation Covered When Travelling + Holidays + Private Healthcare + Immediate Start
  Are you a recent Electrical Engineering graduate ready to launch your career with a global leader in technical construction and engineering?Join a renowned main contractor working on multiple £100M+ projects across the UK and Europe. This is a unique opportunity to step into a role where
  
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• Civil/Structural Pre-Construction Engineer

  13-07-2026 16:06 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Civil/Structural Pre-Construction EngineerNewcastle, UK£55,000 - £75,000 + Travel Allowance +Private Medical + Pension + Bonus + Long-Term Projects + Career ProgressionJoin one of Europe's leading international main contractors delivering some of the UK's largest and most technically advanced mission-critical construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a Civil/Structural Pre-Construction Engineer to play a key role in the planning and development of major projects bef
  
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• MEP Pre-Construction Engineer

  13-07-2026 16:01 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  MEP Pre-Construction EngineerNewcastle, UK£55,000 - £75,000 + Travel Allowance + Private Medical + Pension + Bonus + Long-Term Projects + Career ProgressionJoin one of Europe's leading international main contractors delivering some of the UK's largest and most technically advanced mission-critical construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an MEP Pre-Construction Engineer to play a key role in the successful planning and development of major engineering projects befor
  
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• Crush Screener Operator

  13-07-2026 15:15 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Crusher Screener Operator - Construction
  MadiganGill are looking for an experienced Crusher Screener Operator for an immediate start on a construction project in Portishead, BS20.
  Location: Portishead, BS20
  Start: ASAP
  Duration: 1 Month
  Rate: Negotiable, depending on experience and tickets
  Requirements:Previous experience operating crusher and screener machinery.
  Valid CPCS or NPORS ticket (or other relevant plant tickets).
  Experience working on construction or demolition projects.
  Good understa
  
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• UK office of BIG sinks to £4.2m loss in wake of largest project being stopped

  13-07-2026 14:36 via building.co.uk
  
  Architect goes into red after work on Saudi scheme put on hold
  
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