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• Senior Decorator

  06-08-2026 12:52 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Senior Decorator - Battersea - £60,000 - £65,000 DOEOur client, a leading property investor specialising in companies with commercial and residential properties in London, is seeking a Senior Decorator.Responsibilities
  * Carry out high-quality decorating across a range of interior spaces
  * Prepare surfaces to an exceptional standard including sanding, filling, and priming
  * Apply paints, wallpapers, and specialist decorative finishes
  * Deliver polished plaster and other high-end fini
  
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• Civil / Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

  10-08-2026 16:40 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  We are currently seeking a Civil / Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer to join my client, a firm of consulting engineers in their Somerset office.
  You will join their team working on a good range of drainage and infrastructure schemes for really interesting and challenging projects including heritage sites, private estates, university campuses and more.
  You will deal with surface water and foul water drainage strategies, flood risk assessments, attenuation and infiltration systems, techn
  
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• Street Works Coordinator

  10-08-2026 16:36 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Street Works Operative - HS2
  Project: HS2 - Sub Lot 2a
  Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Contract
  Start Date: Immediate Start Available
  £19.36 to £20.36 per hour (Rate variations are dependent upon shift pattern, assignment requirements, engagement type and, where applicable, relevant experience and qualifications.)
  Ongoing contract with Tier 1 workforce supplier to HS2.
  RequirementsPrevious experience in street works, highways or civil engineering.
  Valid CSCS Card.
  Relevant NRSWA / St
  
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• Steelfixer

  10-08-2026 15:04 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Steelfixer
  Location: Kenilworth
  Project: HS2 - Sub Lot 2A
  Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Contract
  Start Date: Immediate Start Available
  £21.52-22.52 per hour (Rate variations are dependent upon shift pattern, assignment requirements, engagement type and, where applicable, relevant experience and qualifications.)
  Ongoing contract with Tier 1 workforce supplier to HS2.
  Requirements for Steelfixer role:
  * CSCS Skilled card
  * Previous steelfixer experience
  Benefits of Steel fixer include:
  * T
  
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• Floor Layer/Fitter

  10-08-2026 13:03 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Floor Layer/Fitter - Commercial
  From £20-£30 per hour dependent days/nights + benefits (van available)
  Location: Working across the South East and London
  Contracted Hours Permanent – Full Time c 40hrsThe Job
  To carry out high-quality floor laying installations, replacements, and repairs within commercial premises, restaurant and pub chains, nursing homes, nurseries etc The successful candidate must be highly proficient in safety flooring, cove former flooring, ensuring all wor
  
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• Morris + Co submits plans for 11-storey student scheme in Peckham

  10-08-2026 13:02 via building.co.uk
  
  Two-block project to include 516 student beds
  
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• Quantity Surveyor - Civils Groundworks

  10-08-2026 12:54 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks & Civil Engineering
  Salary: Up to £350 p/d Contract - to PermanentA well-established and growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.Operating across residential and commercial developments, this contractor delivers a wide range of infrastructure and groundworks packages including foundations, drainage, reinforced concrete works, road construction, kerbing, and exter
  
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• Portsmouth chooses ECF as regeneration partner for next stage of major city centre scheme

  10-08-2026 12:36 via building.co.uk
  
  City centre north project to deliver up to 2,300 homes
  
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• Associate - Flexbile Workspace Advisory

  10-08-2026 12:10 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Dove and Hawk are working with this client. Who is a leading commercial property advisory based in the heart of London Bridge, specialising in flexible workspace and office solutions across London.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild relationships with new and existing clients looking for office and flexible workspace solutions.
  Proactively generate new business through outbound calls, networking and referrals.
  Qualify client requirements and provide tailored property recommendations.
  Arrange and accompany
  
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• Homes England invests £28m into regeneration scheme near Sunderland city centre

  10-08-2026 11:47 via building.co.uk
  
  Money will help deliver more than 350 homes
  
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• Rayner rejects plan for new football stadium and 3,500 homes, citing toxic lead risk

  10-08-2026 11:40 via building.co.uk
  
  Proposed Ebbsfleet scheme was adjacent to one of Europe’s largest lead refineries
  
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• Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer (Foot Mobile)

  10-08-2026 11:24 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer (Foot Mobile)
  Location: London
  Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
  Contract: Temp-to-Perm
  Benefits: Travel Card Provided | Overtime Available | Career Progression
  The Company
  Our client is a growing SME Facilities Management and Building Services provider delivering planned, preventative and reactive maintenance services across a portfolio of commercial properties throughout London and the South East.
  Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Mob
  
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• Housing association giant L&Q reports drop in completions in first quarter

  10-08-2026 06:05 via building.co.uk
  
  But debt ratio also falls after £1bn sale of PRS business
  
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• Interim Implementation Logistics Manager

  07-08-2026 17:53 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Gleeson is proud to be partnering with a global organisation as they seek an experienced Interim Implementation Manager to drive a critical phase of business transformation and growth.
  This is a high-impact opportunity to lead complex warehousing projects, providing stability across operations while delivering key strategic initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in shaping future business success, ensuring seamless implementation of growth plans and supporting a pipeline of exciting upcoming
  
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• Associate Director - Building Surveying

  07-08-2026 16:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Associate Director - Building Surveying
  London | Construction Consultancy | Up to £90,000 DOE
  Ready to make your mark?If you're an experienced Building Surveyor who is ready to move beyond project delivery and play a genuine role in shaping a business, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.We're working with a high-growth, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy with an impressive reputation across the UK and internationally. As the London team continues to
  
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• Plant Operator - Roller Driver

  07-08-2026 16:17 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Plant Operator - Roller Driver
  MSS Infrastructure are recruiting 5 experienced Roller Drivers for a long-term infrastructure project working across sites between Kingsbury and Leamington Spa.
  Location: Route Wide (Kingsbury to Leamington Spa) - Must be local to the area (Water Orton B46 and surrounding areas) Pay: £19.44 per hour (PAYE) Hours: 39 hours per week Duration: Ongoing until January 2027
  Responsibilities:Operating ride-on rollers safely and efficiently.
  Compacting materials to sp
  
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• Multi trader operative

  07-08-2026 14:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Location: Covering SL and RG postcodes (Slough, Reading, Basingstoke)
  Standard Hours: Monday-Friday, 39 hours per week.
  Our client is looking for an experienced Responsive Multi Trader to join their Planned Works and Responsive Repairs team, delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services within social housing tenanted properties.
  This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and supportive team where your skills are valued, your work is varied, and you can make a real difference to
  
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• Building Surveyor - Repairs/FRA

  07-08-2026 13:57 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Building Surveyor - Repairs & FRA Projects
  Location: Oxfordshire
  Salary: Up to £85,000 DOE + £450 Car Allowance + Fuel Card + Benefits
  Are you a Chartered Building Surveyor with a Local Authority, Social Housing or Public Sector background? Do you have experience delivering Repairs, Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) remedial works, building compliance and refurbishment projects?
  We're recruiting for a growing consultancy seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to deliver a range of sur
  
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• Bridgemont submits plans to transform Charing Cross office block

  07-08-2026 13:03 via building.co.uk
  
  PwC headquarters to be overhauled but 90% of existing building to be retained
  
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• Traffic Marshall CPCS

  07-08-2026 12:55 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  CPCS Traffic Marshall Weybridge - Immediate Start
  Our specialist Trades & Labour team are seeking a CPCS card holding Traffic Marshall for a site in Weybridge.
  A Traffic Marshall must:
  Hold a CPCS card
  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
  If you are interested and available please call Ligia on 077
  
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• Freelance - Senior Quantity Surveyor

  07-08-2026 12:50 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Enabling Works Project
  I'm working with a leading civil engineering contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major enabling works project supporting a large-scale battery storage development in the South West.
  This is a long-term freelance opportunity on a technically challenging infrastructure scheme, offering the chance to play a key commercial role from an early stage of the project.
  The Role
  You'll be re
  
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• Muse appointed strategic regeneration partner for West Yorkshire town

  07-08-2026 12:49 via building.co.uk
  
  Deal with Wakefield council to see new homes and workspaces built in Castleford
  
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• Chartered Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager

  07-08-2026 12:42 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  THE ROLE
  My client seeks a Chartered Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager who is from recently MRICS qualified to join them in their office in SE London / Kent borders area.Projects are generally of high value and there is a particular need currently for people to work on cladding remediation projects for large residential buildings along with other residential, education, healthcare and some commercial projects.
  You will either be a Quantity Surveyor with an interest in project management or you
  
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• Plans submitted for £70m Newcastle office block

  07-08-2026 11:33 via building.co.uk
  
  Scheme part of wider Founders Place masterplan in city’s historic Stephenson Quarter
  
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• Commercial Manager/Lead

  07-08-2026 09:08 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Commercial Lead - Social Housing
  Location: Kent
  Salary: £60,000 per annum
  Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
  We're looking for an experienced Commercial Lead to take ownership of the commercial function within a leading social housing repairs and maintenance business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional to influence business performance, lead a successful team and play a key role in supporting operational growth.
  Key Responsibilities
  Lead all commercial activ
  
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• Nuclear Site Support Operative

  06-08-2026 16:59 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Nuclear Site Support Operative
  Location: OX11, Oxford Pay: £16.31 per hour (PAYE) Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 24 Months
  MSSI UK are currently recruiting Nuclear Site Support Operatives for a long-term opportunity at a major nuclear site in Oxfordshire.
  This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regulated environment, supporting decommissioning, waste management and operational activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
  Key ResponsibilitiesCar
  
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• Repairs Coordinator

  06-08-2026 16:24 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Repairs Coordinator
  Location: Rayleigh, Essex (SS6)
  Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
  Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
  Contract: Full Time, Permanent
  Office Based
  Experienced Repairs Coordinator Required
  Our client is seeking an experienced Repairs Coordinator to join their established team based in Rayleigh. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in repairs scheduling or property maintenance coordination who thrives in a fast-paced environmen
  
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• Repairs Coordinator (Entry Level)

  06-08-2026 16:21 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Repairs Coordinator (Entry Level)
  Location: Rayleigh, Essex (SS6)
  Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
  Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
  Contract: Full Time, Permanent
  Office Based
  Kick-start your career in Property Services!
  Are you leaving school or college and looking for your first step into a professional career? Do you enjoy organising, solving problems and speaking with people? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
  Our client is looking for an enthusiasti
  
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• CSCS Streetworks Operative

  06-08-2026 16:18 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Streetworks Operatives Required - Immediate Starts (CV8)
  We are currently recruiting experienced Streetworks Operatives for long-term work on the HS2 infrastructure project in the CV8 area.
  What we offer:Immediate starts available
  Long-term work
  Competitive rates
  Opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projectsRequirements:Valid NRSWA/Streetworks ticket
  CSCS card
  Previous streetworks or civil engineering experience
  PPE
  Right to work in the UKIf you're available and interest
  
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• Schneider Controls Engineer

  06-08-2026 15:07 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Schneider Controls Engineer - Data Centres
  £60,000 - £70,000 + Overtime + Healthcare + Pension + Training + Career Progression
  Slough (Data Centre Projects)
  Are you an experienced Schneider Controls Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most advanced data centre projects? This is an opportunity to join a leading critical infrastructure specialist delivering high-profile projects for hyperscale and enterprise clients.
  You'll play a key role in the commissioning, maintenance and
  
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