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• Trainee Quantity Surveyor - Haringey

  21-10-2026 11:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  The Opportunity
  Job Title: Trainee Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor
  Location: Haringey, North London
  Salary: £25,000-£32,000 per annum plus car allowance
  Working Pattern: Full-time
  Start Date: ImmediateWe are recruiting a Trainee or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing property services business delivering social housing refurbishment, planned maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation projects across London and the South East.
  This is an oppor
  
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• Repairs Surveyor/Clerk of Works

  21-10-2026 17:09 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Repairs Surveyor / Clerk of Works
  South of England | Home-Based with Site Visits
  Salary: £48,364 + £5,425 car allowance (£53,789 total package)
  Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
  Working pattern: 2 days on site, 2-3 days working from home
  The Role
  We are recruiting an experienced Repairs Surveyor / Clerk of Works to join an established housing organisation, overseeing repairs and maintenance across a residential property portfolio.
  This is a hands-on technical role focused
  
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• Electrical Construction Manager - Data Centre Projects

  21-10-2026 15:01 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Electrical Construction Manager - Data Centre Projects | Reading | £75,000-£95,000
  As an Electrical Construction Manager within a data centre environment, you'll lead the full electrical delivery across hyperscale, colocation, and mission‑critical builds. You'll manage installation, testing, commissioning, and energisation of the systems that keep high‑availability facilities online - HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, busbar, containment, earthing, lighting
  
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• Landsec hits pause on £1.5bn south London homes plan after Green council’s push for higher affordable provision

  21-10-2026 14:11 via building.co.uk
  
  Developer blames cost of building and viability issues for parking Lewisham shopping centre redevelopment
  
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• HG wins £225m deal at Manchester towers scheme

  21-10-2026 14:10 via building.co.uk
  
  Residential job being masterminded by Far East Consortium
  
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• Stirling Prize finalist sank nearly £140,000 into collapsed practice to keep it going

  21-10-2026 13:51 via building.co.uk
  
  Adam Khan Architects announced appointment of liquidators nearly two weeks ago
  
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• GPE’s West End office scheme set to start with John F Hunt beginning demolition

  21-10-2026 12:43 via building.co.uk
  
  Soho Square Estate project slated to complete in summer 2030
  
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• GPE’s West End office and retail scheme set to begin demolition

  21-10-2026 12:43 via building.co.uk
  
  Soho Square Estate project slated to complete in summer 2030
  
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• Social Value Apprenticeship - Bracknell

  21-10-2026 11:47 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  The Opportunity
  Job Title: Social Value Apprentice
  Location: Bracknell
  Working Pattern: Full-time
  Start Date: By January 2027
  Are you interested in sustainability, community engagement and making a positive difference to local communities?
  We are looking for a motivated and organised apprentice to join a Social Value Team within the construction and social housing sector.
  You will support community engagement initiatives, help coordinate employment and training opportunities, and contribute to a
  
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• Bricklayers, Hod Carriers, Insulation Fitters, Labourers

  21-10-2026 11:25 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Bricklayers, Insulation Fitters, Hod Carriers and Labourers
  Location: Bermondsey, South East London
  Pay: From £14.80 per hour, depending on experience
  Apprenticeships/NVQs: Around £12 per hour, depending on experience
  Start date: Expected within the next 2-3 months
  About the Opportunities
  Net Zero Careers is supporting recruitment for a large-scale new-build development at the Biscuit Factory in Bermondsey. We are looking for bricklayers, insulation fitters, hod carriers and labourer
  
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• Health & Safety Advisor - Site Inspections

  20-10-2026 17:13 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Join a well-known building consultancy based in South East London as part of their growing Health & Safety team. This would be a CDM and Health & Safety Advisor role focussed mainly around site inspection safety work for various housing clients in South East London and Kent. The role would require a Health & Safety professional who can focus on Construction Phase Plan reviews, manage F10s and compile CDM Compliance Inspections using the company's simple inhouse app.
  This role would b
  
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• Sales Representative Construction/Retrofit

  20-10-2026 17:06 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  About Net Zero Careers
  Net Zero Careers supports roles that ensure high-quality retrofit delivery and compliance across residential projects. Customer-facing roles like this are vital to ensure residents are informed, safe, and satisfied while supporting the UK's net-zero goals.
  About the role
  We are looking for a motivated, customer-focused Sales Representative with construction/retrofit experience or knowledge to join our domestic retrofit team and help homeowners improve the energy efficiency
  
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• Estimating Assistant

  20-10-2026 16:55 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Mechanical Estimator/Estimating AssistantNormanton, Wakefield
  £200-£220 per day
  Temporary, ongoing contract
  We are currently looking for someone with a strong mechanical background to support the estimating function of a busy contractor based in Normanton.
  Previous experience as a time-served Estimator is not essential. This could be an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Supervisor, Scheduler or experienced plumbing and heating professional who understands site-based works and is
  
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• Surveyor - Domestic Installs

  20-10-2026 16:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Surveyor - Domestic Installs
  Location: South London area
  Salary: Up to £43,426.50 per annum
  Hours: 42.5 hours per week
  Are you an experienced Surveyor looking for your next career move? I'm currently recruiting for a Surveyor - Domestic Installs to join an established organisation covering the South London area.
  This is a great opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a practical, solutions-focused approach to surveying and domestic insta
  
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• Government unveils Construction Jobs Plan initiative in bid to tackle youth unemployment

  20-10-2026 14:47 via building.co.uk
  
  Fast-growing industries targeted in blitz to get 18 to 24 year olds into training and work
  
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• London fit out specialist Collins becomes EOT

  20-10-2026 13:51 via building.co.uk
  
  £110m-turnover firm celebrating 70th anniversary this year
  
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• Vistry gets go ahead for next phase of 2,000-home London scheme

  20-10-2026 13:11 via building.co.uk
  
  Phase two of the Cambridge Road Estate regeneration in Kingston will deliver 25% council rented homes
  
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• Design teams put on alert for £36m makeover of Sheffield Town Hall

  20-10-2026 13:03 via building.co.uk
  
  Project to revamp grade I-listed building expected to take 10 years to complete
  
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• Site Manager - Fit Out

  20-10-2026 13:00 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Experienced Site manager required on a CAT A Fit out project based in Swindon Wiltshire.Contract is due to start mid- late November 2026 for a 9 month contract.Essentially required.
  CSCS - Black cardSMSTS
  First Aid
  Asbestos Awareness
  Fire MarshalPrevious CAT 4 Commercial office fit out experience.
  If you feel you are suitable then i would love to hear from you - please call Sophie Jones @ Daniel Owen 01793550020.
  
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• Part of plan to build 1,300 homes on Essex golf course gets green light

  20-10-2026 12:28 via building.co.uk
  
  Dagenham site straddles two authorities meaning scheme still needs sign-off from second council
  
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• Resident Liaison Officers

  20-10-2026 10:45 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Resident Liaison Officer
  Locations: Lambeth | Guildford & Waverley | Ilford
  Salary: £30,000 to £38,000 per annum, depending on experience
  Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
  Benefits: Car allowance, fuel allowance and company pensionThe Opportunity
  We are seeking approachable, organised and customer-focused Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs) to support building works across Lambeth, Guildford and Waverley, and Ilford.
  Working closely with site and project management t
  
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• Renewables Project Coordinator

  20-10-2026 10:16 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  
  Renewables Project Coordinator
  Location: Hertford
  Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
  Salary: £30,000 to £37,000 per annum
  Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
  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, w
  
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• Volunteering Leader

  20-10-2026 09:29 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Volunteering Leader
  Location: Docklands, Central London (E14)
  Salary: £33,670 per year, including £4,000 Inner London Allowance
  Hours: Average 37 hours per week, working across a seven-day rota
  Job type: Full-time
  About the role
  Net Zero Careers is supporting recruitment for a Volunteering Leader to help maintain and improve London's waterways and towpaths.
  This is a hands-on, outdoor role combining practical maintenance work with volunteer coordination. You'll organise and lead volu
  
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• Renewable Energy Electrician

  19-10-2026 17:52 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Renewable Energy ElectricianLocation: North West, covering Greater Manchester and surrounding areas
  Contract: Permanent, full-time
  Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
  Progression: Opportunity to develop into supervision and project delivery
  The Opportunity
  An established and growing renewable energy contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Renewable Energy Electrician to support projects across the North West.
  This is a varied, hands-on role combining renewable technologies with general
  
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• Wilkinson Eyre working on City tower reportedly set to be 70-storeys tall

  19-10-2026 14:09 via building.co.uk
  
  Public consultation on proposals to open next week
  
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• Arup revenue hits five-year high

  19-10-2026 14:06 via building.co.uk
  
  But engineer says ‘additional charges on small number of projects’ eats into profit
  
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• Dozens of firms appointed to £5bn Pagabo framework

  19-10-2026 13:38 via building.co.uk
  
  Work has been split into five lots covering major works
  
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• Farrans slumps to loss in last year of trading before Sisk takeover

  19-10-2026 12:32 via building.co.uk
  
  Belfast firm increased provisions on legacy contracts, latest accounts show
  
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• Business Services Admin

  19-10-2026 11:51 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Business Services Admin
  Essex
  Permanent
  £27,580 pa plus £500 annual bonus
  Social Housing Experience Needed
  Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known company based in the Essex area who are looking for a highly skilled Business Services Admin to join their team.
  Purpose of the Job - Business Services Admin
  Coordinate and support a range of administrative and business support functions across the department.
  Manage diaries, meetings, and appointments to ensure efficient sch
  
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• Project Admin

  19-10-2026 11:50 via theconstructionindex.co.uk
  Project Admin
  Essex
  Permanent£27,580 pa plus £500 annual bonus
  Social Housing Experience Needed
  Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known company based in the Essex area who are looking for a highly skilled Project Admin to join their team.
  Purpose of the Job - Project Admin
  Coordinate and support the delivery of projects, ensuring activities, documentation, and workflows are managed effectively.
  Maintain project schedules, meetings, and action trackers to ensure key dead
  
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