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• Mace to rejig office and major projects businesses into one division

  16-10-2023 08:00 via building.co.uk
  
  New arm will be called private sector
  
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• Senior Hydrogeologist

  30-09-2026 17:25 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  This is a great opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Senior Hydrogeologist to join a Hydrogeology team. The successful candidate will be an important part of a small, innovative and technically excellent team, helping deliver projects across the UK. You will be a highly motivated, proactive, confident, and ambitious individual with excellent communication, writing and presentation skills, and proven experience in the field of hydrogeology. You will be involved in range of office and site-base
  
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• Principal Consultant - Offshore Permits and Consenting

  30-09-2026 17:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  This is a great opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary energy consultancy, founded on an integrated approach to engineering challenges. Their expert environmental, engineering and advisory teams work on projects supporting clients across the globe using clever thinking to overcome challenges, promote sustainability, minimise environmental impact and maximise return on investment.Due to continued growth they are looking to recruit a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant with experience o
  
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• Environmental Consultant - EIA - Marine Mammals

  30-09-2026 16:43 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Environmental Consultant - EIA - Marine MammalsThis is a great opportunity to join a growing consultancy as a Senior Environment Consultant. You will provide scientific, consenting, advisory and strategic consultancy, often in collaboration with the other discipline-led divisions.ResponsibilitiesYou will be part of the Environmental Impact Assessment team working on complex offshore EIA and HRA assessments. You will be an experienced consultant and will help lead marine mammal assessments, mento
  
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• Project Engineer / Site Agent

  30-09-2026 16:39 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  We're looking for a Project Engineer / Site Agent with strong technical engineering capability to support a mix of civils and infrastructure works. This role suits someone who is confident interpreting drawings, solving engineering problems on site, and working closely with designers, temporary works, and delivery teams to keep programmes moving safely and efficiently.
  You'll take ownership of day‑to‑day site delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and technical assurance across stru
  
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• Traffic Marshall CPCS or NPORS

  30-09-2026 16:33 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Traffic Marshall CPCS Required in LancasterOur specialist Trades & Labour team are seeking a Banksman/Marshall for a job in Lancaster
  Each Traffic Marshall must:
  * Must Have Traffic Marshall CPCS Card OR NPORS
  * Have full PPE (Personal Protective Equipment - Hard Hat, boots, hi-vis, gloves & goggles)
  * Be hard working, reliable and punctual
  * Have good communication skills and be able to work alone on your own initiative or as part of a team.
  Please note MadiganGill are an equal opportun
  
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• Fixed Plant Fitter - Leeds

  30-09-2026 15:54 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Fixed Plant Fitter
  Leeds
  Full Time | Permanent | £16-£20 per hour
  About the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA)
  At the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), we connect jobseekers with fully funded training and employment opportunities that support the UK's transition to a greener economy. Working alongside employers across construction, retrofit, renewable energy and sustainability, we help candidates access rewarding careers that make a real environmental impact.
  The Opportunity
  We a
  
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• Electrical Testing Inspector

  30-09-2026 14:58 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.
  Electrical Testing Inspector Responsibilities:
  We are looking for a Testing Inspector to join our site team on a project in the Bournemouth area.
  When working as a Testing Inspector you will be responsible for eval
  
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• Principal Transport Planner (Development Planning)

  30-09-2026 14:30 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Principal Transport Planner - LondonSalary: £50,000 - £60,000Are you a Senior Transport Planner or Principal Transport Planner in London looking for your next exciting challenge?I'm working with an established and growing transport planning consultancy based in Central London, who are looking to appoint a Principal Transport Planner to join their team.The consultancy has a strong presence within the UK transport planning sector, while maintaining a collaborative and close-knit workin
  
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• Housing planning approvals sink to lowest level for more than a decade

  30-09-2026 13:54 via building.co.uk
  
  Second quarter of 2026 saw the fewest planning approvals since 2012
  
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• Project Manager - Rail Infrasctructure

  30-09-2026 13:46 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Project Manager - Rail InfrastructureManchester | Construction Consultancy | PermanentAre you a Project Manager with rail or infrastructure experience looking for a role where you can get closer to major projects, build your client exposure and genuinely develop your career?I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy looking to strengthen its Manchester infrastructure team with an experienced Project Manager.This is an excellent opportunity to become part of
  
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• Met submits Grenfell Tower fire files to CPS

  30-09-2026 13:23 via building.co.uk
  
  Crown Prosecution Service asked to consider series of charges including corporate manslaughter against 54 people and 20 firms
  
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• Delivery Consultant - White Collar Property Services - London

  30-09-2026 13:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Delivery Consultant - White Collar Property Services - London£28k- £30k per annum DOE + OTE Earnings
  Daniel Owen is looking for an ambitious Delivery Consultant to join our London team, an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in recruitment.
  Working within our White Collar Property Services division, you will work across a range of disciplines, including the social housing sector, building strong relationships with candidates and helping clients secur
  
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• Crest Nicholson secures two-month extension on waiver from lenders

  30-09-2026 12:50 via building.co.uk
  
  Housebuilder issued warning over profit earlier this month
  
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• Former Balfour Beatty chief joins Mott MacDonald in non-exec role

  30-09-2026 12:25 via building.co.uk
  
  Andrew McNaughton arrives at engeineer along with rail specialist
  
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• £1bn funding deal agreed on JP Morgan’s One Spitalfields office overhaul

  30-09-2026 12:03 via building.co.uk
  
  Agreement involving ING and DBS hailed as one of largest in London market
  
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• Trainee Construction Site Engineering Technician

  30-09-2026 11:30 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Trainee Construction Site Engineering Technician(Wandsworth and Lambeth residents only)
  Location: Wandsworth
  Contract: Apprenticeship | Full Time
  Salary: £14.80 per hour
  Hours: 40 hours per week
  Closing Date: 30 October 2026
  At the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), we connect jobseekers with fully funded training and employment opportunities that support the UK's transition to a greener economy. Working alongside employers across construction, retrofit, renewable energy and sustainabili
  
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• GLA backs TP Bennett and Pick Everard’s £42m rebuild of Shepherd’s Bush school after call-in

  30-09-2026 10:49 via building.co.uk
  
  Controversial plans to add 300 homes to site rejected by council in April
  
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• Principal / Associate Civil Engineer (Team Leader)

  29-09-2026 18:40 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Principal / Associate Civil Engineer - Team LeaderLocation: London
  Salary: £58,000 - £65,000
  Type: Full-Time | PermanentI'm working with an established independent multidisciplinary engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint a Principal / Associate Civil Engineer to lead their London civils team.This is a genuine team leadership opportunity, with responsibility for the day-to-day management, technical delivery and development of the London civils team. You'll report directly
  
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• Senior Landscape Planners

  29-09-2026 18:16 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  A great opportunity has arisen for a Senior Landscape Planners to join and support the growth of the Landscape Architecture team. You will join one of the largest and most diverse landscape practices. You will be involved in a range of regional and global major projects, including exemplar regeneration, energy transition and infrastructure schemes. Working on projects from Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects to local scale, offers the opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary teams, i
  
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• Technical Quality Assessor - Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

  29-09-2026 18:13 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Technical Quality Assessor - Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkAbout Net Zero Careers
  Net Zero Careers connects people with jobs and career opportunities that contribute to the UK's transition to net zero.
  A retrofit and energy efficiency contractor is recruiting a Technical Quality Assessor to check the quality and compliance of insulation and renewable energy installations.Role Overview
  As a Technical Quality Assessor you will carry out inspections before, during and after installation, identify work th
  
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• Senior Contract Manager - Folkestone/Lincolnshire/Oxfordshire

  29-09-2026 18:10 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Senior Contract Manager - Folkestone to Lincolnshire and OxfordshireAbout Net Zero Careers
  Net Zero Careers connects people with jobs and career opportunities that contribute to the UK's transition to net zero.
  A retrofit and energy efficiency contractor is recruiting a Senior Contract Manager to oversee projects across a wide geographical area.Role Overview
  As a Senior Contract Manager you will lead the delivery of multiple projects across insulation, electrical, ventilation, solar and remediat
  
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• Electrician - Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire

  29-09-2026 18:10 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Electrician - Oxfordshire and BuckinghamshireAbout Net Zero Careers
  Net Zero Careers connects people with jobs and career opportunities that contribute to the UK's transition to net zero.
  A retrofit and energy efficiency contractor is recruiting Electricians to work in domestic properties across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.Role Overview
  As an Electrician you will install, test and commission Solar PV systems, mechanical ventilation systems and electric storage heaters. The role also involves
  
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• Principal Planning Consultant

  29-09-2026 18:08 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects, influence strategic decision-making, and contribute to high-profile planning and environmental work. My client is looking for an experienced and motivated Principal Planning & Environmental Consultant to join their growing team.You'll play a key role in delivering expert planning advice, managing projects, mentoring colleagues, and shaping the future direction of our Planning Department.What You'll Be
  
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• Solar Panel Roofer - Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire

  29-09-2026 18:06 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Solar Panel Roofer - Oxfordshire and BuckinghamshireAbout Net Zero Careers
  Net Zero Careers connects people with jobs and career opportunities that contribute to the UK's transition to net zero.
  A retrofit and energy efficiency contractor is recruiting Solar Panel Roofers to work on homes across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.Role Overview
  As a Solar Panel Roofer you will carry out roofing repairs and maintenance and install Solar PV mounting systems and panels. You will work as part of an inst
  
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• Burnham sets out vision for ‘public control’ of housing and infrastructure

  29-09-2026 18:02 via building.co.uk
  
  PM opens door to utilities renationalisation without making firm commitment
  
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• Van Shunter

  29-09-2026 15:43 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Daniel Owen are currently looking for Van Shunters based in Bristol. Ideal Candidates must have previous experience driving large vehicles.
  Key Responsibilities:Monitoring Run-in Area: Oversee the route from entrance to the fuel bay, ensuring efficient operations
  Defect Reporting: Report defects in buses and complete lists provided at the start of each shift
  Van Interior Maintenance: Clean van interiors as necessary to maintain high standards
  Vehicle Movement: Collect vehicles from the fuelling
  
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• Remote Service Engineer

  29-09-2026 14:22 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Remote Service EngineerLuton / Remote£28,000 - £33,000 Basic + OEM Training + Progression + Remote Working + Package + IMMEDIATE STARTAre you a looking to come off the road and move into a remote helpdesk role? Or perhaps you have some basic mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge and are looking for your first step into a technical engineering career? This is an excellent opportunity for a Remote Service Engineer to join a well-established, forward-thinking business in the fo
  
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• Contracts Manager - Retrofit

  29-09-2026 14:19 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Contracts Manager - Retrofit
  £55,000-£60,000 + Car/Car Allowance | FTC to March 2027 | Basingstoke
  I'm recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a leading property maintenance and refurbishment business on an initial fixed-term contract through to March 2027.
  The role covers Rickmansworth, Harrow, High Wycombe, Chelmsford and surrounding areas, managing a small team of Site Managers delivering retrofit works across social housing.
  The Role
  You'll oversee the successful
  
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• Resident Liaison Officer - North & West London

  29-09-2026 14:16 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Resident Liaison Officer - North or West London
  About Net Zero Careers
  Net Zero Careers connects people with jobs and career opportunities that contribute to the UK's transition to net zero.
  A renewable energy and retrofit contractor is recruiting Resident Liaison Officers to support housing retrofit programmes in North and West London. You only need to apply once to be considered for either location.
  Role Overview
  As a Resident Liaison Officer you will be the main point of contact for residents
  
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