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• Vistry issues third profit warning in as many months with original forecast now slashed by 40%

  02-01-2025 08:00 via Building - Latest News
  
  Housebuilder says 2024 figure will be around £250m, having originally predicted £430m
  
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• Apprentice Scaffolder

  11-11-2026 10:29 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Apprentice Scaffolder - No Experience Required
  Location: Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire (initial training), followed by work across Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, London and surrounding areas.
  Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
  Salary: Starting from £100 per day
  Vacancies: 5 positions available
  About the Role
  Are you looking to start a career in construction? Do you enjoy working outdoors, being physically active and learning new skills?
  We have an exciting opportunity for 5 Apprentice Scaffol
  
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• COSS (Controller of Site Safety) Required

  11-11-2026 10:09 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  COSS (Controller of Site Safety) Required
  Location: Tebay, CA10 3XG
  Shift: Saturday 21st November
  Hours: 22:00 - 09:30
  Pay: £414 per shift
  We are currently recruiting for an experienced COSS to work a possession shift in the Tebay area.
  Requirements:Valid Sentinel card with COSS competency
  Previous experience working on Network Rail infrastructure
  Ability to work safely and effectively within a rail possession
  Reliable and available for the full duration of the shiftThis is an excellent opportu
  
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• Pipelines need to translate into work more quickly, T&T boss says as firm raises tender price index

  11-11-2026 10:00 via Building - Latest News
  
  Consultant increases tender price forecast for first time in two years
  
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• PTS Points Operative (1 shift) - Tame Bridge Parkway

  11-11-2026 09:54 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  URGENT - Points Operative Required - Tame Bridge Parkway - £200 Shift
  Points Operative required for an NWR night shift this Saturday
  Location: Tame Bridge Parkway, WS10 0LD
  Hours: 00:00-08:00
  Rate: £200 per shift
  Date: 14/11/26
  Candidates must have a valid Sentinel card, PTS and relevant Points Operative competency.
  This is an immediate requirement, so please apply ASAP if you are available and have the correct rail competencies. And we will get back to you right away.
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• Plumber / Gas Boiler Engineer (North West Travel)

  10-11-2026 18:37 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  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.
  Role Overview
  We are looking for experienced and motivated Plumbers / Gas Boiler Engineers to join a growing installation and heating team, working across the North West of England. The successful candidates will be resp
  
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• Banskman

  10-11-2026 16:07 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Experienced banksman required on a site based near Bristol.
  Work commences 16th November 2026. There is the potential for ongoing on this site. You must have the below:
  CPCS/NPORS banksman
  Full orange PPE
  Previous experience
  Own transport
  If you are available and interested please call emily@danielowen 01793550020
  
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• Resident Liaison Officer - Kent, Maidstone

  10-11-2026 14:35 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Resident Liaison Officer (RLO)
  Location: Kent and Maidstone
  Salary: £30,000-£38,000 per annum (depending on experience)
  Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
  Start Date: Immediate
  Employer: McConnell
  Benefits: Car allowance, fuel allowance and company pension
  About the Role
  We are looking for a friendly, organised and proactive Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our team across Kent and Maidstone.
  You will act as the main point of contact between residents and the site management
  
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• More firms using AI, survey from FMB and CIOB finds

  10-11-2026 13:40 via Building - Latest News
  
  Technology mainly being used for admin tasks, with a quarter of firms not adopting it at all
  
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• Site Labourer / Welfare Cleaner

  10-11-2026 13:28 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Site Labourer / Cleaner - Water Infrastructure
  Location: PE15 0DZ
  Sector: Water Infrastructure
  Contractor: Water Contractor
  £14.05 per hour PAYE.
  We are currently recruiting a reliable and hardworking Site Labourer / Cleaner to work on a water infrastructure project based in PE15 0DZ.
  The successful candidate will support the site team by maintaining clean, tidy and safe working areas, assisting with general labouring duties and ensuring site facilities are kept to a good standard.
  Key Responsi
  
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• Renaker draws up plan for 54-storey resi tower in Salford

  10-11-2026 13:24 via Building - Latest News
  
  Manchester developer hoping work will start at end of next year
  
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• RIBA-led coalition calls for stronger action on retrofit as COP31 gets underway

  10-11-2026 13:07 via Building - Latest News
  
  Architects and trade bodies join forces to urge government to commit to long-term national retrofit programme
  
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• Head of Digitial Services

  10-11-2026 12:13 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Head of Digitial ServicesLocation: London (Hybrid)
  Salary: Up to £90,000
  We are working with a leading membership and standards organisation looking to appoint a commercially driven Head of Digitial Services to lead its next phase of growth, with a particular focus on construction and the built environment.
  This is an exciting senior leadership opportunity for someone with a strong construction industry background, an established network and a proven track record of business development, member
  
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• Big names eye £200m City office makeover at Coleman Street

  10-11-2026 11:56 via Building - Latest News
  
  Scheme to add five storeys to existing 10-storey block built by then Bovis Lend Lease on London Wall
  
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• BMS/EPMS Manager

  10-11-2026 09:34 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  BMS/EPMS ManagerData Centre - Client SideEspoo, FinlandSalary up to €120,000 + Bonus + BenefitsClear. are working with a leading international data centre operator who is looking to appoint an experienced BMS / EPMS Manager to support the ongoing operation, optimisation and management of a large-scale, mission-critical data centre facility in Espoo, Finland.
  This is an operational role, focused on ensuring the reliability, performance and efficiency of the facility's Building Management System
  
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• Retrofit Site Manager / Planned Works Supervisor

  09-11-2026 19:12 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  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 recruiting an experienced Retrofit Site Manager / Foreman to oversee the delivery of domestic retrofit and energy-efficiency improvement works across Shropshire.
  The role involves managing works to
  
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• Tenant Liaison Officer Solihull

  09-11-2026 18:51 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  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. Working alongside employers across the renewable energy, retrofit, environmental and sustainability sectors, we help candidates build rewarding long-term careers while making a positive impact on the environment.
  Role Ov
  
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• Transport Planning Technical Director

  09-11-2026 15:35 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Technical Director - Development Transport PlanningLocation: London / South East
  Working Pattern: Hybrid / Flexible
  Salary: Competitive salary + bonus packageWe're working with an established, independent transport planning and infrastructure consultancy looking to appoint a Technical Director - Development Transport Planning to help grow its presence across London and the South East.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate or Associate Director ready to take the next step, or
  
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• Senior Associate QS / Senior QS

  09-11-2026 14:38 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  SENIOR ASSOCIATE / SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
  Berkshire | £70,000-£90,000An opportunity to take your career up a level - with the projects, people and influence to match.I'm working with a highly regarded, growing multidisciplinary construction consultancy looking to appoint an experienced Senior Associate / Senior QS to join its established Cost Management team.This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a senior position where you'll have real autonomy, take ownership of projects, develop cl
  
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• Plan to redevelop Romford nightclub as co-living scheme approved

  09-11-2026 13:29 via Building - Latest News
  
  Legendre UK and Urban Sketch to start on construction of nine-storey scheme next year
  
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• Plans in for 1,300-home ring-shaped tower scheme on Greenwich gasholder site

  09-11-2026 12:55 via Building - Latest News
  
  Three blocks to rise up to 29-storeys in height
  
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• FRA Site Supervisor

  09-11-2026 11:47 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Site Supervisor - Fire Risk Assessment (FRA)Location: Chelmsford, Essex
  Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
  Job Type: Permanent, Full-TimeWe're looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee active and passive fire protection works across multiple sites in Essex.Key Responsibilities
  Supervise day-to-day site operations and manage operatives and subcontractors.Oversee fire protection works, including fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, fire alarms and emergency lighting.Ensure compliance w
  
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• CPCS or Npors Traffic Marshall - Channings Wood

  09-11-2026 11:34 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  CPCS or Npors Traffic Marshall Required in Newton Abbot Devon
  Our specialist Trades & Labour team are seeking a CPCS or NPORS card holding Traffic Marshall for a job in Newton Abbot
  Also must hold a Basic DBS Certificate.Each Labourer must:
  * Hold a CPCS or Npors Traffic Marshall Card
  * Have safety boot* 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 opportunit
  
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• Senior Claims & Contracts Manager Dispute

  09-11-2026 11:13 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Senior Claims & Contract Manager – Dispute AdvisoryLocation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Client Secondment)Salary: To be discussed with Victoria on a case by case basisJob Reference: SCCom/KSA/26N.B. Dedicated Claims Focus: This vacancy requires hands-on claims preparation and dispute resolution experience. This is a technical claims and dispute advisory position; general Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Managers, or Commercial Managers need not apply.About the Client & OpportunityStafford Lawr
  
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• Associate Director Project Management London

  09-11-2026 11:10 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Associate Director – Project Management | Premier Multidisciplinary ConsultancyLocation: Central London (EC / WC / W1)Salary: £85,000–£95,000 + Benefits (Negotiable base for exceptional candidates + Discretionary Bonus)Type: Full-Time, PermanentReference: ADPM/LDN/26Opportunity Overview: Associate Director, LondonAre you a senior Project Management leader with a strong track record in work winning, client liaison, and bid management? Stafford Lawrence is partnering with a premier multidisc
  
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• Claims Manager

  09-11-2026 11:07 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Intermediate Claims & Commercial Manager – Construction DisputesLocation: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Permanent Resident Visa)Salary Package: See details belowJob Reference: CCM/DUB/26Important Application Notice:Reference Number Required: Provide reference CCM/DUB/26 in the subject line.Unsolicited Dubai Applications: Due to the exceptionally high volume of enquiries received for positions in Dubai, please do not use this email address to send speculative or general applications. Unsolic
  
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• Associate Director -Cost London

  09-11-2026 11:04 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Associate Director – Quantity Surveying | Premier Multidisciplinary ConsultancyLocation: Central London (EC / WC / W1)Salary: £85,000–£95,000 + Benefits (Negotiable base for exceptional candidates + Discretionary Bonus)Type: Full-Time, PermanentReference: ADQS/LDN/26Opportunity Overview: Associate Director, LondonAre you a senior Quantity Surveying leader with a strong track record in work winning, client liaison, and bid management? Stafford Lawrence is partnering with a premier multidisc
  
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• Director Claims

  09-11-2026 11:00 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Director – Claims & Expert ServicesJob Title: Director – Claims & Expert ServicesJob Reference: DIR/QAR/26Location: Doha, Qatar (Head Office)Employment Type: Full-TimeSector: Construction Claims, Commercial Management & Dispute ResolutionAbout the RoleStafford Lawrence Ltd are retained to search for a Director- Claims and Expert Services to join the Qatar office of a well-known construction claims consultancy.In this senior executive role, you will act as the technical lead for h
  
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• Two left in race for £200m Knightsbridge redevelopment

  09-11-2026 10:25 via Building - Latest News
  
  One Knightsbridge Green scheme being developedby BEAM with winner due by end of year
  
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• Commercial Property Manager - Pro - Rata

  09-11-2026 10:23 via The Construction Index Jobs
  
  Commercial Property Manager
  Part Time | Up to 32 hours per week | Up to £50,000 pro rata | Richmond-upon-Thames / Thames Valley
  We are recruiting on behalf of an established property investment and development business for an experienced Property Manager to join its team.
  This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial property professional looking for a part-time role with broad responsibility and genuine autonomy. Working closely with the Senior Asset Manager and Managing Director, you will
  
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