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• L&Q completions fall as housing association looks to ‘derisk’ business

  09-05-2025 14:01 via building.co.uk
  
  Firm says it is prioritising improving existing homes
  
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• Temporary Maintenance Operative

  26-08-2026 19:42 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Tempoary Maintenance Operative - Immediate Start - North ActonLooking for a reliable and skilled Maintenance Operative to work on a residential site for a one-week assignment. This pivotal role involves supporting essential maintenance tasks to ensure the smooth operation of properties, including painting, fixing leaks, and general repair work. If you're hands-on, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to well-maintained environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.
  Hourly Rate: £20
  
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• Senior Project Piling Engineer

  26-08-2026 18:08 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join a major civil engineering project, taking responsibility for the engineering, quality and technical delivery of specialist piling and ground engineering works.
  This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong experience in rotary bored piling, CFA piling and/or pile load testing to take a key role within an established project team.
  The Role
  Working closely with the Project Manager and Construction Supervisor, you will
  
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• Labourer / Banksman - 6-Month Position

  26-08-2026 17:24 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Labourer / Banksman - 6-Month Position
  Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
  Duration: 6 months
  Role: Labourer / Banksman
  Location: South East LondonWe are looking for an experienced Labourer with a valid Banksman ticket to start 6-month position, starting Tuesday 1st September.
  The successful candidate will be carrying out general labouring duties alongside traffic marshalling, assisting with deliveries and supporting the site team with a variety of day-to-day tasks.
  Duties will include:Genera
  
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• Banksman/slinger

  26-08-2026 16:03 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Our client is looking for an experienced slinger/banksman in spennymoor
  The contract is ongoing work
  Responsibilities Include:Banking Traffic
  Opening the gate for vehiclesRequirements for the Role:Valid CPCS/ Traffic marshall ticketOwn PPE - high vis vest, hard hat and steel capped bootsIf interested in the position please contact 07752 790754
  
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• Senior Ecologist - South

  26-08-2026 15:58 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior Ecologist
  Location: Hampshire, Surrey or Sussex
  Working arrangement: Home-based
  Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
  The Opportunity
  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a growing environmental services business with a strong track record across environmental consultancy, land, water, remediation and environmental compliance.
  The role would suit an experienced ecologist looking for the flexibility of a home-based position, while continuing to work on a
  
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• MEP Lead Estimator

  26-08-2026 15:49 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  MEP Lead Estimator
  Dublin, Ireland
  The Role
  Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will lead the preparation, coordination and delivery of accurate, competitive and commercially robust MEP estimates for major Data Center projects across Europe and beyond.
  This is a collaborative role where you will work closely with bid management, commercial, engineering, procurement and operational teams to develop detailed cost estimates, evaluate project risks and opportunities, and support winning tender
  
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• Contractors on alert after developer inks £300m deal to redevelop West End office occupied by BP

  26-08-2026 13:46 via building.co.uk
  
  Czech real estate firm KKCG looking at building up portfolio of sites following 1 St James’s Square deal
  
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• Road & Street Works Operative

  26-08-2026 13:03 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  STREET WORKS OPERATIVE REQUIRED - WINCHESTER (SO21)
  Experienced Street Works Operative required for ongoing work in the Winchester SO21 area.
  ✅ Street Works experience essential
  ✅ Dumper & Roller ticket required
  ✅ CSCS required
  ✅ Immediate start
  ✅ Long-term work availableLocation: Winchester, SO21Interested? CVMSS Infrastructure Ltd operates as a recruitment agency and is committed to equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all sections of the
  
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• Water and energy boom sees profit at private equity-owned civils firm double

  26-08-2026 12:08 via building.co.uk
  
  Network Plus bought by US investor earlier this summer
  
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• Sisk confirmed for £110m deal to overhaul John Lewis’ former London HQ

  26-08-2026 11:33 via building.co.uk
  
  1970s-built scheme at 171 Victoria Street will be turned into 200,000sq ft of new office space
  
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• Stock Condition Building Surveyor

  26-08-2026 11:05 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Building Surveyor - Social Housing & Stock Condition
  Location: Oxfordshire
  Salary: Up to £85,000 DOE + £450 Car Allowance + Fuel Card + Benefits
  Are you an experienced Building Surveyor / Stock Condition Surveyor with a strong background working across Social Housing or Local Authority property portfolios?
  We're looking for a well-rounded surveyor with experience across the wider social housing workstream, including stock condition, disrepair, repairs, voids and refurbishment, wi
  
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• Plumber Multi trader

  26-08-2026 10:12 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Plumber Multi Trader - East LondonProperty Services -Social Housing
  £38,000 Van and fuel card
  Permanent PositionDaniel Owen are currently recruiting for an experienced Plumber / Multi Trader to join their team covering a patch in East London.
  Package:£38,000
  26 Days Holiday
  Van and fuel card
  Duties:Carrying out General Maintenance on occupied properties
  Carrying out responsive repairs
  Such as Internal and external door fitting, kitchen repairs/refits, bathroom fitting, plastering etc
  
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• Developer abandons new build office plan for Waterloo tower and brings in PLP to mastermind mixed-use refurb instead

  26-08-2026 10:03 via building.co.uk
  
  Proposal for 31-storey office tower and linked groundscraper by AHMM swapped for overhaul of 1960s block
  
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• Shuttering Carpenter Chargehand

  25-08-2026 18:12 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Carpentry Chargehand - Coventry
  Location: Coventry / West Midlands
  Rate: £26.07 per hour PAYE
  Hours: 50 hours per week
  Contract: Ongoing
  We are currently looking for an experienced Carpentry Chargehand to join a major construction project in the Coventry/West Midlands area.
  The RoleLead and supervise a team of carpenters on site.
  Coordinate daily carpentry activities and allocate work.
  Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently
  
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• Asset Project Manager

  25-08-2026 17:59 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Housing Asset Assistant Project Manager
  Location: Bedfordshire Day Rate: £300-£500 per day, depending on experience Contract: Temporary to PermanentWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Asset Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of major refurbishment, planned maintenance and improvement programmes across a substantial residential property portfolio.
  This is a broad opportunity that could suit Assistant Project Managers, Housing Asset Managers, Building
  
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• Senior Voids Surveyor

  25-08-2026 16:49 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior Voids Surveyor
  Potters Bar | Office Based with Site Inspections | £70,000-£75,000
  I'm currently recruiting for a Senior Voids Surveyor to join a well-established and highly regarded property services contractor based in Potters Bar.
  This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Building Surveyor / Property Surveyor with strong residential voids experience and a good understanding of both technical surveying and commercial cost control.
  CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) experie
  
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• Freight Account Manager

  25-08-2026 16:26 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Gleeson is partnering with a Global Freight Forwarder searching for a Freight Account Manager.
  This is a great opportunity for a freight forwarder to join a growing business that has developed year on year there team and overall size across the UK after further investment.
  This role will be the key point of contact between the customer and covering for the account supervisor supporting the growth of the account manager within the business.
  Job Title : Key Account Specialist
  Location: North -Birm
  
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• Principal/Associate Structural Engineer

  25-08-2026 15:04 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Principal or Associate Structural Engineer£60k-£75kLondon WC1Reputable and well established multi disciplinary design consultancy with around 150 staff are investing in their London office development and growth, so exciting times ahead for this business!This is a great time to join, with very real rewards for an ambitious and dynamic structural engineer to join and work alongside the reputable London Director to help drive this team forward.
  The London team currently stands at 6 sta
  
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• Hampshire civils firm boosts turnover and profit

  25-08-2026 14:08 via building.co.uk
  
  Knights Brown income jumps 17%
  
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• Cardo continues run of acquisitions with takeover of energy specialist

  25-08-2026 13:44 via building.co.uk
  
  Deal for Correct Contract Services to expand regional presence in south and central England
  
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• Painter - Cambridge

  25-08-2026 13:03 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Daniel Owen are currently looking for an experienced Painter to work on a busy construction site in Cambridge.
  Job DetailsPosition: Painter
  Location: Cambridge
  Duration: 4 weeks
  Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  Start: Immediate
  Pay: Competitive rate, depending on experienceDutiesPainting doors on a live construction site
  Preparing surfaces before painting
  Applying paint neatly and professionally
  Ensuring a high-quality finish throughout
  Keeping the work area clean and tidyRequirementsPrevious experience a
  
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• Scape fires starting gun on £8bn construction and housing framework

  25-08-2026 12:41 via building.co.uk
  
  Scheme split into five lots with winners due next summer
  
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• Strapping Teams

  25-08-2026 12:38 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  STRAPPING TEAMS - PORTSMOUTH / WESSEX
  MSS Infrastructure Ltd is building a pool of experienced Strapping Teams for ongoing rail infrastructure projects across Portsmouth and the Wessex region.
  OpportunityOngoing long-term work
  Midweek and weekend shifts
  PAYE or Umbrella PAYE
  Immediate opportunities available on selected projects
  Experience RequiredValid PTS & Track Induction
  Level B Strapping Competency (Essential)
  COSS preferred
  6+ months' railway experience
  Experience with possessions, lin
  
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• PTS Gangs - Clapham

  25-08-2026 12:28 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  PTS GANGS - CLAPHAM, SOUTH LONDONMSS Infrastructure Ltd is looking to build a pool of experienced PTS Gangs for upcoming long-term rail infrastructure projects in the Clapham area.OpportunityOngoing long-term work
  Midweek and weekend shifts
  PAYE or Umbrella PAYE
  Immediate starts available on some projects
  RequirementsValid PTS & Track Induction
  Experienced Ganger/Supervisor
  Minimum 1 driver within the gang
  6+ months' railway experience
  P-Way, trackside, possession or blockade experience
  Whit
  
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• Bam brings in Robertson boss for leadership role in Scotland

  25-08-2026 12:21 via building.co.uk
  
  New arrival takes up post next month
  
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• Lab Techician

  25-08-2026 12:18 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  LAB TECHNICIAN REQUIRED - EUSTON, NW1
  MSS Infrastructure Ltd is recruiting for a Lab Technician to work within a concrete laboratory environment, carrying out concrete sample testing and recording results.
  Location: Euston, NW1 (5-minute walk from the station)
  Shift: Minimum 10-hour shifts
  Pay Rates:
  £16.06 per hour for the first 39 hours
  £24.09 per hour after 39 hours
  Saturday: £24.09 per hour for the first 4 hours
  £32.12 per hour thereafterRequirements:
  * Blue CSCS Card
  
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• Morgan Sindall confirmed for first phase of Civic Centre revamp in Plymouth

  25-08-2026 11:54 via building.co.uk
  
  Work set to begin in earnest next month
  
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• Carpenter multi trader

  25-08-2026 11:51 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Carpenter Multi Trade - Property Services
  Job Type: PermanentStart Date: ASAP
  Location: Camden
  Salary: £41,000 per AnnumA Carpenter Multi trader is required, working for a local social housing contractor. The Multi trader role will involve carrying out maintenance works on domestic properties. As well as carpentry works, it would be ideal if you can carry out basic multi trade works, such as; Tiling, patch plastering and plumbing. Must have previous social housing/domestic experience.
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• Government reveals allocations for first £10bn spend from affordable homes programme

  25-08-2026 11:47 via building.co.uk
  
  Councils to be named as Homes England strategic partners for first time
  
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