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• Interim profit slumps at Taylor Wimpey as cladding costs soar

  31-07-2024 12:20 via building.co.uk
  
  Despite drop, observers say results show ‘tentative signs of turnaround’ in housing sector
  
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• Housing ministry cedes control of devolution agenda to new department led by Louise Haigh

  21-07-2026 18:57 via building.co.uk
  
  Angela Rayner’s department gains new equalities remit in machinery of government shake-up
  
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• Gensler appointed by Dubai developer to design first 1,500-home phase of revived Greenwich scheme

  21-07-2026 14:44 via building.co.uk
  
  Foster + Partners’ original 5,000-home Thameside West masterplan granted approval nearly six years ago
  
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• Towers plan unveiled at former Stratford Sphere site

  21-07-2026 14:30 via building.co.uk
  
  Mixed-use proposal by Squire & Partners includes co-living homes, hotel, performance venues and entertainment space
  
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• Housing and construction sector offers warm wishes and warnings to Burnham and Rayner

  21-07-2026 14:23 via building.co.uk
  
  Former housing minister John Healey’s appointment as chancellor labelled ‘an added bonus’
  
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• Senior Highways / Drainage Infrastructure Engineer

  21-07-2026 13:14 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior Highways / Drainage Infrastructure Engineer
  Highways | Drainage | Integrated InfrastructureType: Full Time, PermanentWorking Pattern: Hybrid / Flexible
  An established and employee-owned civil engineering consultancy is expanding its Infrastructure team due to sustained growth and increasing workload. They are seeking Senior Engineers with a consultancy background who specialise in highways design, drainage design, or both, and who are comfortable working across multidisciplinary developm
  
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• Groundworker - Domestic

  21-07-2026 12:01 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Domestic Groundworker - Social Housing
  Salary: £32,000 per annum
  We are currently looking for an experienced Domestic Groundworker to join our growing team, working across Sandwell and Wolverhampton on social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts.
  The Role
  You will carry out a range of groundwork and external repair works to occupied and void social housing properties, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.
  RequirementsPr
  
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• Mitie agrees to £3.1bn takeover by rival OCS

  21-07-2026 11:48 via building.co.uk
  
  New owner run by US private equity giant
  
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• Multitrade - Carpenter

  21-07-2026 11:39 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Multi Skilled Tradesperson
  Location: North London
  Contract Type: Temporary (Ongoing)
  Rate: £22 - £29 per hour
  Hours: 36 hours per week
  Social Housing Experience Required
  Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known client based in the North London area, who are looking for a highly skilled Multi Skilled Tradesperson - Carpentry to join their team.
  Key Responsibilities: Multi Skilled Tradesperson - Carpentry
  Repair, maintain, all aspects of timber doors, frames and windows in
  
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• Kier strengthens balance sheet as order book nears £12bn mark

  21-07-2026 11:23 via building.co.uk
  
  Firm says annual results will be at top end of expectations’ when published in September
  
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• Planner - Social Housing (Drainage & Groundworks)

  21-07-2026 11:02 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Planner - Social Housing (Drainage & Groundworks)
  Based in EssexPermanent£30,000 - £35,000 per annum
  We are seeking an experienced and organised Planner to join our growing team within the social housing sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and coordinating drainage and groundwork maintenance and repair works, ensuring operatives are scheduled efficiently while delivering an excellent service to clients and residents.
  This role requires someone with p
  
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• Rayner returns to housing secretary post as Burnham sets out top cabinet jobs

  21-07-2026 10:51 via building.co.uk
  
  John Healey made chancellor in surprise pick
  
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• Architect replaced on 500-home plot at York Central

  21-07-2026 10:32 via building.co.uk
  
  Scheme comprises around half the homes on early phase of wider £2bn urban extension
  
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• SES opens standalone London office in Aldgate

  21-07-2026 10:24 via building.co.uk
  
  Move part of push to grow M&E firm’s workloads in capital
  
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• Electrician - Social Housing (Permanent)

  21-07-2026 09:40 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Electrician - Social Housing (Permanent)Location: NottinghamSalary: £38,520 - £40,548 per annumHours: 40 hours per week (between 8:00am - 6:00pm)Contract: Permanent
  Join a Leading Social Housing Provider
  Daniel Owen is recruiting for an experienced Electrician to join an established repairs and maintenance team in Nottingham.
  This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role with a leading social housing organisation, carrying out electrical maintenance and repairs within o
  
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• Temporary Facilities Manager

  20-07-2026 18:19 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Temporary Facilities Manager -£23 to £25 per hour - 3 to 6 Month Rolling Temporary ContractMy client are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to deliver facilities management to existing and future instructions. The FM is responsible for the provision of hard & soft facilities management, statutory Health & Safety compliance and environmental compliance to our occupiers and visitors.
  The inidividual will be involved in mananging a national portfolio of retail parks, offi
  
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• Cabinet clear out begins as Reed and Reeves make way for new Burnham appointments

  20-07-2026 17:28 via building.co.uk
  
  Housing secretary and chancellor go as loyalists to former PM Keir Starmer head for exit door
  
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• Articulated Dump Truck Driver (ADT)

  20-07-2026 17:28 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) Driver needed for work in Gainford, Darlington DL2Housing Site2 Weeks approx, but opportunity for ongoing work with Daniel Owen
  39hrs minimum per weekRate is negotiable - we can pay CIS, Umbrella and PAYE
  CPCS OR NPORS and previous experience is essential
  To apply for this role you must be able to provide the following informationProof of valid CPCS OR NPORSPicture of either passport or birth certificate and NI number
  2 working references to validate previous experie
  
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• Head of Accounts

  20-07-2026 16:13 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Head of Accounts - West Hampstead - £50,000 - £70,000 DOEOur client, a well-respected estate agency that have been operating for over 20 years are looking for a Head of Accounts to manage and oversee in growing day-to-day functions of the accounts department. You will be working closely with the Directors to implement processes and grow the team out.Responsibilities:Full responsibility for the day-to-day management of approximately 70 residential service charge portfolios.
  Maintain a
  
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• Handyman/Multitrader

  20-07-2026 15:50 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Our client is looking for an experienced Multi-Trader to join a project in Gateshead and surrounding area
  Will be working on a new build home site.
  Responsibilities Include:skirting boards
  pipe boxings
  removal and refit of W/C
  Fitting radiatorsRequirements for the Role:a valid CSCS card
  Own PPE - high viz vest, safety glasses, hard hat and steel capped bootsIf interested in the position please apply or contact 07752790754 for more information
  
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• Burnham promises 10-year plan for Britain in first speech as PM

  20-07-2026 15:28 via building.co.uk
  
  New prime minister says UK needs to ’show the world that we can regain our stability once again’ as he enters Number 10
  
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• Green light for Smithfield office refurb

  20-07-2026 14:20 via building.co.uk
  
  Scheme to transform six-storey building completed in 2004
  
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• Orms unwraps first detailed images of proposed BT Tower hotel

  20-07-2026 13:46 via building.co.uk
  
  Infinity pool to be built on roof of podium building and four-storey extension added to neighbouring block
  
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• Mace Consult keeps forecasted tender price rises unchanged but warns on inflation

  20-07-2026 13:45 via building.co.uk
  
  Firm flags worries over firms bidding to win turnover and impact of steel quotas on project costs
  
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• Listed housebuilders’ profit warnings in first half of this year hit 2008 levels

  20-07-2026 13:08 via building.co.uk
  
  Rate accelerates in second quarter, EY-Parthenon says
  
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• Shuttering Carpenter (Digs Available)

  20-07-2026 12:47 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Shuttering Carpenters Required - Immediate Start - CV8 Area- DIGS WELCOMED
  Experienced Shuttering Joiners required for an ongoing infrastructure project in the CV8 area. Immediate starts available for suitable candidates.
  Role requirements:Proven experience as a shuttering joiner on civil engineering/infrastructure projects
  Ability to read and work from drawings
  Experience with timber formwork, reinforced concrete structures, and general shuttering works
  Ability to work accurately, safely, and e
  
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• Stevenage

  20-07-2026 12:11 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Handyman required in Stevenage.
  MadiganGill's specialist Trades and Labour team are seeking a CSCS card holding Handyman for a job in Stevenage.
  The Handyman 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 and as part of a team.This is a tempo
  
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• In pictures: HTA Design reveals completed refurbishment of Crystal Palace dinosaurs

  20-07-2026 11:21 via building.co.uk
  
  Grade I-listed sculptures restored and repainted as part of wider overhaul of park
  
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• Warden Call Engineer

  17-07-2026 17:49 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Location: South East London
  Salary: Up to £42,000 (depending on experience)
  Benefits: Company Van + Fuel Card Provided
  We are looking for an experienced Warden Call Service Engineer to join our growing team, covering South East London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established company working within the social housing sector, providing essential support to residents through the maintenance of critical warden call systems.
  The Role
  As a Warden Call Service Engineer, you wi
  
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• Cambridge Labourer

  17-07-2026 17:43 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Job Title: LabourerLocation: Cambridge, UKJob Type: Competitive pay based upon experience
  About the Role: We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Labourers to join our team in Cambridge. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in their effort, and is looking to work in a friendly and supportive environment.
  Key Responsibilities:
  Assisting with general site duties and manual labour tasks
  Loading and unloading materials
  Operating basic tools and equi
  
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