164 education jobs found in Berkhamsted

Senior Quantity Surveyor | £60m Major Education Scheme | Freelance (Ltd Co) | Hertfordshire   A specialist contractor delivering large-scale education and public sector schemes is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a freelance basis to support a major project currently moving into its main construction phase.   The project is a large school redevelopment in Twickenham, involving demolition, refurbishment of heritage buildings and the construction of new teaching facilities.   This role focuses on commercial optimisation rather than basic project administration — the business already has a QS covering day-to-day tasks. They want someone commercially sharp who can identify opportunities to improve margin and drive the project from good to great financially.   The position will split time between site in Twickenham and the company’s office in Hertfordshire.   The Role Senior QS supporting delivery of a major education scheme valued around £35m • Based between site in...

Client: My client has established themselves as one of the UK’s premier M&E contractors. Following their formation almost 75 years ago, they have grown their turnover to over £300m per annum. The business boasts an envious track record of delivering some of the UK’s and London’s landmark projects. Typically they specialise in major shell and core projects in sectors such as; commercial offices, healthcare, pharmaceutical and education. Despite their size, this Tier 1 M&E Contractor has fantastic staff retention rates with a reputation for looking after their staff. They offer excellent exposure and internal training schemes with a hands-on approach to developing their staff. Role: Mechanical Supervisor – Central London – £280 - £320 per day The project is a commercial refurbishment of a 1980's building circa £20m+ MEP. Works will include shell & core to Cat A. Programme length 1 year+. Duties include: * Management of sub-contractors and labour * Client liaison and...

Client: My client is one of the UK's leading independent building services companies that specialises in several sectors including commercial, education, data centres, healthcare and residential. With a traditional engineering mindset and reinvestment into new principals, the business has an annual turnover in excess of £200M, operating nationwide. As a family business, relationship building is central to their culture and values. A huge bulk of their turnover comes from repeat business. This is a standard they strive to maintain by ensuring high standards are upkept across the board. Role: Mechanical Construction Manager - Central London - £350-£375 per day (CIS Only). Our client have recently secured a Commercial Office fit-out with a mechanical value in excess of £10M. As a result they are looking for a construction manager, who in conjunction with the project team will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of the fit out project. Reporting to a Project Manager the...

Role: Freelance Senior Electrical Design Engineer (MEP)- £45 - £50 Per Hour The role involves leading the electrical design and delivery of complex building services projects across a range of sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments. You will take technical ownership of projects, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with clients and the wider design team to deliver high-quality, compliant, and sustainable solutions. Responsibilities: Electrical Design & Technical Leadership * Lead the electrical design of building services systems including LV power distribution, lighting and emergency lighting, small power, earthing and bonding, fire alarm, data/telecoms, and security systems * Prepare and review detailed calculations, specifications, reports, and technical drawings * Undertake and review load assessments, fault level calculations, and cable sizing * Provide technical input from concept through detailed...

I am assisting my client with an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a leading main contractor. The business undertake projects in various sectors including commercial, education and industrial projects, with values ranging between £5m and £20m. This is a freelance position for a No1 project manager for approximately 4 months, managing a new build £8m commercial office scheme in Bedford, through to client handover. As Project Manager you will be responsible for the project to ensure the safe completion, in accordance with programme, specification and budget. Key Responsibilities: Managing and maintaining the highest standards of safety Contributing to the value engineering and build-ability of the project Agreement of programmes and methods of construction with Planners and other appropriate production personnel Marshalling of resources for the overall control and execution of the works including the selection of sub-contractors to carry out the works Ensuring...

Planned Supervisor - Planned & Maintenance Based in Barnet Temp to Perm £22.00 PAYE or £27.00 CIS per hour + van and fuel card We are currently recruiting for a Supervisor to join a leading social housing contractor based in Barnet. As a Social Housing Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of our social housing units. You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of properties, ensuring the safety and comfort of residents. Responsibilities: Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians and contractors. HHSRS and General damp, structural and building diagnostic knowledge (minimum 5 years). Inspect properties to identify repair and maintenance needs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. To complete additional tasks to support the effective operation of the Planned team and/or other teams within the business. This may include but is not limited to handling internal/external...

Development Director - Estates & Regeneration Rate: £700 per day Duration: 6 Months (Initial) IR35: Inside (Umbrella required) Senior leadership role responsible for directing a large‑scale estates regeneration programme within a Higher Education environment. We are seeking an experienced Commercial / Development professional to provide strategic leadership across estates, facilities and capital development activities. The role will drive commercial value, oversee major contracts and support the long‑term regeneration and optimisation of a complex, multi‑site campus estate. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial strategy across estates and facilities, ensuring value, compliance and financial control Direct commercial aspects of major regeneration, capital and refurbishment projects Oversee procurement, tendering, contract negotiation and supplier management Manage large FM, construction, maintenance and infrastructure contracts Lead supplier performance, KPIs, SLAs and...

Design Manager About the role of Design Manager: Long term freelance opportunity for a Design Manager in Suffolk paying a competitive day rate. This opportunity involves working on a £15+ new build education scheme in Essex. I am currently assisting a market leading brand in their search for a Design Manager to join their team. Our client takes prides in the developments they deliver and have regenerated various other schemes across the UK in sectors of new build, fit out and refurbishment. This is an opportunity for a Design Manager to join the team on a freelance basis, for a minimum of 6 months(temp-to-perm for the right person). They are looking for someone that has a proven track record working and providing support with a Main Contractor. The ideal candidate for Senior Design Manager: Main contractor experience Education experience New build experience

Casual Premises Site Supervisor We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower our girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world. Join our progressive and evolving team, where we work together to promote and enable this ambitious and aspirational cultural, take on the challenge of ensuring we have the right systems in place to support our schools. We are looking to appoint Site Supervisors on Casual contracts to support our small, experienced team with keeping everything running smoothly, from checking security, to carrying out maintenance jobs. This might be during periods of high workload or staff absences and could either be during the week or at weekends but it will always be time around your availability. You will be a brilliant problem solver, comfortable at making decisions quickly and putting them into action. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills...

We are recruiting on behalf of a Tier 1 Main Contractor delivering one of the largest new education facilities in Kent – an £80million multi-phase campus, set to provide over 2000 school places across both primary and secondary education. With the project progressing on site, we are seeking an experienced Site Manager to take ownership of the internal works and fit-out packages through to project completion. The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will: * Oversee internal fit-out works including partitions, ceilings, M&E coordination, joinery, finishes and final detailing. * Manage subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered to programme and quality expectations. * Drive Health & Safety standards and ensure site compliance across all trades. * Work closely with design and commerical teams to resolve any technical issues. * Maintain progress reporting and ensure smooth delivery through snagging and handover. About You To be...

BMS Electricians – Cambridge Location: Cambridge Job Type: Contract Rate: £250 PD (DOE) Start: ASAP - 7.30am - 3.30pm Duration: Ongoing / Long-Term Projects Available We are currently recruiting experienced Contract BMS Electricians for commercial projects in Cambridge. Projects include commercial offices, laboratories, education buildings, and healthcare facilities, working alongside major BMS systems such as Siemens, Trend Controls, Honeywell, and Schneider Electric. Key Responsibilities Installation of containment (tray, basket, trunking, conduit) Panel installation and control wiring Wiring and terminating BMS field devices Reading and working from schematics and drawings Testing and fault finding Working closely with BMS engineers and commissioning teams ✅ Requirements NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent) ECS / JIB Gold Card Proven experience installing BMS / controls systems Strong understanding of HVAC controls wiring Own tools and PPE Ability to...

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering and project consultancy operating across the built environment in England. The organisation delivers technically robust mechanical design and advisory services across a varied portfolio of complex projects, primarily within regulated and public-sector environments. Known for its collaborative culture and strong commitment to professional development, the business offers a supportive, long-term career path for experienced engineers seeking senior responsibility and influence. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits Salary £70,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience) Car Allowance Nest Pension Scheme 22 days annual leave, with discretionary Christmas shutdown Hybrid Working Discretionary annual bonus Bupa Private Healthcare/ Dental Cover Extensive APC / chartership support where relevant to the role Cycle to Work Scheme/ EV Scheme Early finish on the last Friday of every month Senior Mechanical...

Fawkes & Reece is recruiting for a tier one contractor who are market leaders in the education new build industry. They have been in the industry for a long time and are a certified main contractor who are currently recruiting for a Logistics Manager to work for 12 months minimum on their latest venture in Essex. Starting ASAP. The project is well underway and runs until September 2027, its worth £70m in total and the scope includes demolishing existing school blocks and re building the new ones in a live environment. As imagined the blocks are phased and will take place one by one. Heading up by a Senior Project Manager who you will report to. As a Logistics Manager you will need to: Managing all site logistics across multiple phases Overseeing subcontractor interfaces to maintain programme flow Ensuring strict site access, security and compliance procedures are followed Manage vehicle movements and site access to ensure safety and efficiency Work closely with the Site...

Amalga Limited are a specialist airport construction logistics contractor and have been awarded a contract at Gatwick Airport to support the delivery of a major construction project. We provide construction logistical support including the delivery of equipment, consumables, and staff into the airside areas. As part of our contract, we are looking to recruit two General Operatives who will report to our supervisor and be responsible for supporting contractors working airside as well as other security and construction logistics duties. Key Responsibilities: * Ensuring the safe and timely movement of construction materials and staff to and from the landside to airside areas * Escorting temporary pass holders & supporting tradespersons * Manual handling, site clearance, marshalling, fire checks & site safety checks Requirements: - Valid CSCS Card - Construction/Airport experience - Verifiable 5-year work / education history with no disqualifying convictions - Right to...

Do currently work in Construction? Are you a Traffic Marshall looking for a new opportunity? Also hold a CSCS card? If the answers are yes, we have roles opening with a reputable Construction company in the Sevenoaks area. Role: Traffic Marshall Location: Sevenoaks Contract type: Temporary (Full time) Date Required: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Pay rate: £14-15 per hour Fawkes & Reece contact: Daisy Goble (Brighton Office) The company: A well establish contractor that operates in various sectors such as the industrials, education, commercial and refurbishment space. The role: As the Traffic Marshall for the development, you will be responsible for: Working under the supervision and management of the Project Manager, Site Manager and Assistant Site Manager. Ensuring contractors are parking as per the site safety policy. Controlling flow of traffic when deliveries enter the site. Securing barrier protection around the site and making sure the fencing is secure. Please note there...

We are currently hiring a qualified and experienced Plumber/Pipefitter to work on a project in Cowley, Oxfordshire. New Build Accomadation. Working Hours: 9 Hours a day. Duties Include: * 1st Fix * 2nd Fix * Crimping / Copper/ Drainage Requirements: * CSCS /JIB Card * PPE * Own Tools * No Criminal Convictions. * UK Right to Work Documents / Passport. Pay: * Weekly Pay. * Paying £230 a day If interested, please apply online or contact Artisan Recruitment Group during office hours (Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm). Artisan Recruitment Group is a leading UK recruitment business supplying highly skilled and competent individuals to the Construction and allied industries. Our consultative approach fosters strong partnerships with our clients, integrating seamlessly into their operations to deliver added value and financial benefits. Artisan Recruitment Group & Inspire Futures Unlike traditional recruitment companies, our mission is to drive meaningful social impact by...

Freelance Construction Manager University Refurbishment Project – East London We are seeking an experienced Freelance Construction Manager for a £3.5m university refurbishment project in London, starting in May through to September. The project involves the conversion of part of an existing college building into a new computer lab room. The site is live and occupied, within a historic building environment, so previous experience in similar settings is essential. The role is working for a leading Design & Build Contractor in London. Project Details: * Value: £3.5m * Duration: May – September * Scope: Refurbishment / Fit‑out (computer lab) * Environment: Live, occupied building * Building Type: Historic / heritage background preferred Key Requirements: * Proven experience as a Construction Manager on refurbishment / Fit Out projects * Live, occupied site experience would be advantageous * Background working with historic or listed buildings highly...

Pro Staff Construction are currently working with a Groundworks contractor who is looking to recruit 4 experienced Groundworkers for a long-term project in Hemel Hempstead. Job Details: * Location: Hemel Hempstead * Start Date: June 2026 * Duration: 12 months * Rate: Negotiable hourly rate Requirements: * Valid CSCS Card * EL1 Clearance (essential – due to prison work environment) * Proven experience in groundworks (drainage, foundations, general civils) If you’re available and interested, please apply now or contact Pro Staff Construction Ltd for more information

Plant & Vehicle Marshaller (NSI 8) - Long-Term National Grid Project Location: Elstree (WD6) Project: National Grid Infrastructure Hours: 07:30 - 18:00 Duration: Ongoing - long-term, multi-year assignment An excellent opportunity for an experienced Plant & Vehicle Marshaller (NSI 6 & 8) to join a major National Grid project. This is a stable, long-term role on a high-profile infrastructure scheme with consistent hours and continuity of work. Key Responsibilities Marshalling plant and machinery safely across site Directing vehicles to designated access and drop-off points Managing site traffic flow in line with health & safety protocols Supporting logistics operations on a live infrastructure project Requirements Valid NSI 8 & NSI 6 Ticket CPCS A73 Minimum 2 years' experience on construction sites (National Grid experience preferred) Valid, in-date medical Strong awareness of site safety and communication skills This role suits reliable operatives...

Painter required for work in St Albans within a workshop. Hourly Rate: £23 CIS Hours: 8am to 5pm/6pm Duties: Priming units and timber panels within a workshop environment then assisting a team with the install on site. Duration: 1 week for this part but the client has office fit outs in London to move on to directly after this. CSCS Required