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• Land & Planning Marketing Business Partner

  26-09-2024 16:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Summary
  Gleeson are recruiting for a Land & Planning Marketing Business Partner. This is an exciting opportunity for Marketing professionals, who are passionate about delivering strong, positive corporate branding and working collaboratively with the wider regional teams.The role of the Land & Planning Marketing Business Partner is support the Gleeson Land and Planning team's by identifying and implementing marketing strategies to promote the business externally and help secure new busin
  
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• Trainee CAD Technican

  07-07-2026 18:35 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Trainee CAD TechnicianBelfast£25,000 - £32,000 Basic + Bonuses (£36k PLUS) + Travel Paid For + Hybrid / Work From Home + Training & Development + Pension + Annual leave 25 + bank holidays + MORE!Launch your career with a prestigious, internationally renowned engineering and construction company. As a Trainee CAD Technician, you'll receive comprehensive training and mentorship, enabling you to develop into an industry expert. Be part of a high-performing team within an orga
  
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• Crane lift Supervisor

  07-07-2026 16:53 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Crane Lift Supervisor - Portishead
  MadiganGill is currently recruiting for an experienced Crane Lift Supervisor to join a major civil engineering project in Portishead. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a minimum of 6 months' work with an immediate start.
  Location: Portishead
  Start Date: ASAP
  Duration: Minimum 6 months
  Pay Rate: £27.00-£28.00 per hour
  Working HoursMonday to Friday
  7:30am - 5:00pmKey ResponsibilitiesSupervise and coordinate all lifting operations in accordanc
  
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• Solutions Design General Manager

  07-07-2026 14:33 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Gleeson is partnering with a growing and ambitious logistics organisation that is undergoing a significant transformation across its UK operations. With a focus on network optimisation, fleet efficiency, and operational standardisation, the business is investing heavily in data-led decision making to drive future growth and performance.
  Due to continued investment and a strong pipeline of strategic projects and tender opportunities, they are looking to appoint a Solutions Design Manager to lead
  
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• Chartered Quantity Surveyor / Cost Control Coordinator

  07-07-2026 14:31 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client, a small, growing firm of PQS seeks a CHARTERED QUANTITY SURVEYOR to join them to work on a project in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
  You could be based currently in the UK or in the USA or in South America with travel as required.
  You must have worked for a firm of PQS and have experience of pre and post contract quantity surveying in partcular on fit out projects.
  THE COMPANY
  My client is a smallish busy firm of PQS based in the USA and UK.
  THE CANDIDATE
  You will be a Chartered Quantity
  
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• Solutions Design Warehouse Analyst

  07-07-2026 14:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Solutions Design Engineer - Warehouse Automation
  Gleeson is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a fast-growing and forward-thinking logistics organisation that is undergoing significant expansion and making substantial investments in warehouse automation and advanced technology.
  As part of this growth journey, they are seeking a talented Solutions Design Engineer to drive the development of innovative, automation-led warehouse solutions. Working closely with commercial and operational s
  
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• Pre-Boarder

  07-07-2026 13:18 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Pre-Boarder
  Our client is looking for an experienced Pre-Boarder Labourer to join a Housing Project in Durham (DH1)
  Will be pre-boarder labouring on a new build home building and construction site.
  The contract is for 3 MONTHS work
  Working hours being 8am - 4:30pm, Monday to FridaySTART DATE 13/07/2026
  Can pay PAYE or Umbrella
  Pay Range £15.50 - £18
  Requirements for the Role:A valid CSCS card
  Previous experience pre-boarding on a new build homes site
  Own PPE - high viz vest, hard hat
  
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• Prinicpal/Associate Director Flood Risk and Drainage

  07-07-2026 11:04 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Principal / Associate Director | Flood Risk & Drainage
  Location: Bristol or Leeds (Hybrid)
  Salary: Excellent package + comprehensive benefits
  Are you an experienced Flood Risk & Drainage professional looking for the opportunity to lead complex, high-profile projects while helping shape the future of a growing consultancy?
  We're working exclusively with a highly respected, independent environmental consultancy that has built an outstanding reputation for technical excellence, innovation a
  
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• 360 PLT Heavy Excavator Operator

  07-07-2026 09:54 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  360 Excavator Operators Required - Birmingham
  We are currently recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators for ongoing work on major construction and civil engineering projects in Birmingham.
  Requirements:Blue CPCS A59 360 Excavator card or Competent NPORS (CSCS Logo)
  Previous experience operating 360 excavators on construction or civil engineering sites
  Ability to work safely and efficiently in line with site procedures
  Experience with earthworks, drainage or utilities is advantageous
  Reliab
  
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• Site Agent / Manager

  06-07-2026 18:29 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Site Agent / Manager
  Cumbria
  Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum
  Full-time
  On-Site
  Our client is looking to add a Site Agent / Manager to support the delivery of works across national and local civil engineering projects. This opportunity offers the chance to progress your career with a well-established civil engineering contractor.
  Key ResponsibilitiesSupport Framework Managers and Project Managers across a range of infrastructure projects.
  Manage day-to-day site operations, includi
  
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• Multitrade

  06-07-2026 17:56 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Multitrade
  Location: North London
  Contract Type: Temporary (Ongoing)
  Rate: £22.14 - £28.91 per hour
  Hours: 40 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 Multitrade - Plumber / Carpenter to join their team.
  Key Responsibilities: Multitrade - Plumber / CarpenterDuties:Carry out responsive repairs and maintenance in occupied and void social housing pro
  
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• Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineer

  06-07-2026 17:51 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client is a firm of engineering consultants.
  They are now seeking a 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 the Lon
  
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• Electrical/Senior Electrical Engineer

  06-07-2026 15:55 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer
  Location: Glasgow or EdinburghAre you an Electrical Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most exciting and technically challenging building services projects?I'm working with a highly regarded multidisciplinary engineering consultancy that is continuing to grow its Building Services team. They are looking to appoint an Electrical Engineer or Senior Electrical Engineer to join their established team in either Bournemouth or Reading.This is
  
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• Graduate Grid Connections Manager

  06-07-2026 15:28 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Graduate Grid Connections Manager
  Location: Flexible (Hybrid Working)
  Salary: £35,000 - £40,000Are you a recent Electrical Engineering graduate looking to kick-start your career in the rapidly growing energy and infrastructure sector?We're working with a leading engineering consultancy that is delivering some of the UK's largest infrastructure and decarbonisation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team working on innovative projects that are helping s
  
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• Sales Engineer - Building Automation

  06-07-2026 15:06 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Sales Engineer - Building AutomationAre you an experienced BMS Sales Engineer looking to join a growing business at the forefront of Building Automation and Smart Buildings?
  We're recruiting on behalf of an established systems integrator with a strong reputation for delivering innovative Building Management System (BMS) solutions across Belgium. With continued investment and an expanding client portfolio, they're looking for a commercially driven Sales Engineer to help grow their presence across
  
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• Sales Director - Building Management Systems

  06-07-2026 12:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Sales Director - BMS
  Data Centre Projects - Europe
  A rapidly growing building controls and energy management specialist is seeking a Sales Director to drive growth exclusively across the European data centre market.
  With decades of experience delivering high-performance Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) into mission-critical environments, the business partners with leading data centre operators to optimise uptime, enhance resilience, and significantly improve energy efficiency across com
  
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• Control System Engineer - Data Centre

  06-07-2026 12:18 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Control Systems Engineer - Data Centre
  Are you an Automation or Control Systems Engineer looking for a role with more variety? Want to mix project delivery with service, optimization, and ongoing support work? Clear. are partnered with a rapidly expanding controls specialist operating exclusively within the Data Centre environment.
  This position blends hands-on service responsibilities, system optimisation, and long-term client support with involvement in new project work. If you want exposure t
  
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• Major Barratt shareholder calls on board to launch ‘aggressive’ share buyback programme

  06-07-2026 11:46 via building.co.uk
  
  Guy Channon tells The Times he will ‘escalate’ action if board doesn’t act following falling share price
  
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• Labourer in Ravensden

  06-07-2026 11:25 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Labourer Required - Cambridge
  We are currently looking for a Labourer to start Monday on a long-term project in Cambridge.
  Job Details:Location: Cambridge
  Start Date: Monday
  Duration: Ongoing until September
  Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  Paid: 8 hours per day
  Pay Rate: £16.00-£17.00 per hour
  Free parking available on siteRequirements:Valid Asbestos Awareness certificate
  Valid Manual Handling certificate
  Driving licence preferred
  Must have orange PPE
  Reliable and able to work as part of a te
  
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• Output decline slows but PMI index stays in red for 18th successive month

  06-07-2026 11:18 via building.co.uk
  
  Commercial best performing of three sectors measured with housebuilding continuing to freefall
  
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• Mace Construct report says workforce churn costing industy £1.3bn a year in lost productivity and disappearing knowledge

  06-07-2026 10:40 via building.co.uk
  
  Contractor says analysis of more than 200 sites shows staff turnover linked to £2,300 in lost output per hour
  
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• McLaren teams up with US AI firm to bring robots to site

  06-07-2026 08:00 via building.co.uk
  
  Initiative marks California company’s debut in UK
  
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• Consultation launched on new mayoral development corporation for 17,000 homes at Liverpool’s North Docks

  06-07-2026 08:00 via building.co.uk
  
  North Docks development woud bring together series of major regeneration projects in region
  
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• Multi-trade

  03-07-2026 17:38 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  JOB TITLE: Multi-Trade INDUSTRY: Building and Construction START DATE: ASAP SALARY BAND: £18.00 - £21.00 per hour LOCATION: Dorset area including WeymouthMulti-trade required to join projects over the somerset including Bridgwater and Dorset region with an office based in Yeovil. Travel expected up to 1 hr. The working hours are 07:30-17:00 Monday to Friday. There will be a 12 week probation period on a temporary contract with the offer to go on permanently for the right person.The w
  
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• Roofing & Repairs Supervisor

  03-07-2026 17:20 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Roofing & Scaffolding Supervisor - Social Housing
  Location: South London
  Rate: £27.00 per hour
  Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time
  Roofing & Scaffolding Supervisor - Responsive Repairs
  A leading Social Housing Contractor is seeking an experienced Roofing & Scaffolding Supervisor to join their responsive repairs team covering South London and surrounding areas. This is a temporary opportunity for an experienced supervisor with a strong background in roofing, scaffolding, and day-to-d
  
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• Senior Rail Engineer

  03-07-2026 15:48 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Senior Rail EngineerNewcastle
  Requirements for Senior Engineer role:
  * Proven experience in rail renewals (S&C and plain line)
  * Strong knowledge of tamping, stressing & track geometry
  * Experience with 3D dozer systems
  * Competent with total station setting out
  * Ability to lead site engineering teams
  * Strong understanding of H&S and documentation processes
  Our client is recruiting for an experienced Senior Engineer to support rail renewal works in the Newcastle area. This role req
  
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• Major schemes ‘at risk’ as government delays future development plan, City says

  03-07-2026 14:29 via building.co.uk
  
  Minister holds up City Plan 2040 over Tower of London heritage concerns
  
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• Proposals for 18,000 homes held up by wastewater impasse set to get going after Anglian Water deal

  03-07-2026 14:09 via building.co.uk
  
  Water Delivery Taskforce negotiates agreement with utility which had concerns over capacity
  
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• Consultation on Euston masterplan set to begin next weekend

  03-07-2026 13:34 via building.co.uk
  
  Plans to redevelop area around station due to be sent in next year
  
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• Plan to turn listed building in City into apartments gets green light

  03-07-2026 12:58 via building.co.uk
  
  Emrys Architects behind makeover for Victorian Albert Buildings
  
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