36 construction jobs found in Carlisle

Your new company You'll be joining a well‑established contractor supporting a busy residential development in Longtown, Carlisle. The team is looking for additional labouring support due to increased site activity. Your new role You will carry out general labouring duties including assisting trades, maintaining site cleanliness, moving materials, and following all site health & safety procedures. This is a 1‑week assignment with an immediate start, working 40 hours per week. What you'll need to succeed Valid CSCS cardPrevious on-site experience Reliability, good communication, and a proactive approach Ability to start ASAP Eligibility to work via Umbrella PAYE - £16 per hour What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate Immediate start on a reputable housing project Supportive site team and steady hours Potential for future opportunities depending What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your...

My client are a national civil engineering contractor who are currently seeking a foreman to help deliver a large water treatment scheme in Cumbria. The scope of works you will be required to help manage will include a large groundworks package, access roads & FRC. Foreman Responsibilities: * Toolbox talks * Client Liaison. * Health and safety compliance. * Ordering Materials. Foreman Requirements: * Black or Gold CSCS * SSSTS or SMSTS * Experience managing water schemes. * Proven experience as a foreman. * IT literate. * Full UK driving licence. The next steps to apply for the role! Click the apply button and send your CV

Your new company I am looking for an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a large-scale re‑roofing project in Carlisle. This is an immediate starting role, managing day‑to‑day site operations and ensuring the project runs safely, smoothly, and on schedule. Your new role Oversee all on‑site activities for a major re‑roofing programme Coordinate subcontractors and tradesMaintain site safety, compliance, and documentation Liaise with project leads and provide daily progress updates Ensure quality standards and timelines are met What you'll need to succeed Proven experience managing construction or roofing projects Strong understanding of H&S regulations Confident in coordinating teams and resolving on‑site issues SMSTS and First Aid Ability to start immediately and commit for the full project duration What you'll get in return Freelance 4-5 weeks work Competitive day rate (DOE) Carlisle-based project Weekly Pay What you need to do now If you're interested in...

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways project in Carlisle, running for the next 18 months. This is an excellent long-term opportunity on a high-profile infrastructure scheme with immediate start available. Role Responsibilities: * Setting out for highways works including drainage, earthworks, kerbs, and pavement * Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications, and quality standards * Managing and maintaining accurate site records (RAMS, as-builts, QA documentation) * Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and the client team * Conducting site surveys and checks using GPS/Total Station * Supporting health & safety compliance on site Requirements: * Proven experience as a Site Engineer on highways or civil engineering projects * Strong setting-out capability * CSCS card (essential) * SMSTS / SSSTS (preferred but not...

Search Consultancy are looking for experienced Steel Fixers and Shuttering-Formwork Joiners for an immediate start in Penrith and surrounding areas. Water Civils and infrastructure Waste water Treatment Plants 10 hours per day Free parking on site Duties will include: Retaining walls, columns, fabricating bolt boxes, shutters, stairs, formwork aspects, and all associated tasks as required. Candidates will require: Valid Blue or Gold CSCS Steel Fixing / Shuttering & Formwork cards Own PPE Own hand and power tools The relative water or heavy civils site experience Checkable references ***These positions are all long term and on-going works*** Please call PETE at SEARCH CONSULTANCY on (phone number removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Our Major Projects team are recruiting 2x Groundworker for work near Penrith (Cumbria). Please note that due to the site location, you must have your own transport. Site is inaccessible via public transport. Job Details Location: near Penrith Start: Immediate Duration: Ongoing long-term  Hours: 50 per week (Monday-Friday) Rates: £21ph Duties: Working on a major highways project. This role will be split between groundworks and operating the excavator. Depending on the requirements of the site some weeks may be completely undertaking Groundworks / others may be full-time on the machine. Essential requirements Own Transport CPCS  Medical (we can organise this if not already held) Highways Passport (we can organise this if not already held) Checkable work references

Search Consultancy are looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator for an immediate start in the Penrith area, CUMBRIA. Water Civils Waste Water Treatment Works 8T / 13T / 20T machines etc 9 - 10 hours per day Free parking on site Duties will include site set up, enabling works, digging out, ducting, drainage, and all associated tasks as required. ***You will be expected to get out the cab and muck in on the ground as-&-when required*** Candidates will require: A valid CSCS card A valid CPCS or NPORS-cscs logo 360 Excavator above and below 10T card with Lifting Operations Own transport Own PPE - Orange preferred The relative water civils site experience Checkable references ***This position is on going*** Please call PETE at SEARCH CONSULTANCY on (phone number removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual...

Solar Electrician - Social Housing Contract Location: Cumbria Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Contract Type: CIS/Self Employed We are currently recruiting an experienced Solar Electrician to work on social housing properties, installing and maintaining solar PV systems as part of an ongoing programme. Duties will include: Installation of solar PV systems on social housing properties Electrical installation and connection of inverters, isolators, and associated equipment Testing, commissioning, and certification of completed works Working in both occupied and unoccupied properties Ensuring all work complies with current wiring regulations and health & safety standards Completing relevant paperwork and certification accurately Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (essential) BPEC Solar PV qualification (essential) CSCS Gold Card (essential) Previous experience installing solar PV systems Strong understanding of current electrical regulations...

FREELANCE SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR – WATER – CUMBRIA *** Brand new role to start your brand New Year! If you have experience within the Water sector, please see snapshot below: - * Immediate start available * Looking for someone experienced within the water sector able to independently manage multiple smaller projects in the Cumbria area * NEC4 contracts – various Options * Potential for up to 5 years work * Negotiable day rate - ideally c£430 per day – negotiable for suitable candidate * Hybrid working between sites and home * Outside IR35 This role has a start date between now and one month’s time so please contact MBS Recruitment Solutions ASAP for further detail if this fits in with your current contract

Risk Manager - Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid) Looking for a senior risk role on complex infrastructure projects? Comfortable leading risk activity across multiple live programmes? Want a long-term contract where your experience genuinely adds value? What's in it for you •£60 - £70 per hour • Target rate around £65 p/h • Long-term contract opportunity • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements • Major UK infrastructure and construction projects What will you be doing? • Leading risk management activity across a portfolio of projects • Owning and maintaining programme and project risk registers • Facilitating risk workshops and driving risk identification • Carrying out quantitative and qualitative risk analysis • Supporting change control and assessing risk impacts • Producing clear risk reporting for senior stakeholders • Working closely with project, commercial and planning teams • Providing guidance and mentoring to wider risk practitioners Where you'll be doing it...

Freelance Project Manager – Structural Steel 📍 Location: Lockerbie 🗓 Contract: Freelance / Project-Based Boyd Recruitment are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager with a strong structural steel background to lead the delivery of a project in Lockerbie. This is a hands-on role suited to a Project Manager who understands the full lifecycle of steelwork projects—from design coordination and procurement through to fabrication, erection, and handover. The Role: Full responsibility for the planning and delivery of the project Managing programme, budget, and quality Coordinating with clients, designers, subcontractors, and site teams Overseeing structural steelwork packages, including fabrication and erection Managing health & safety, site progress, and commercial reporting Driving the project to practical completion on time and within budget The Ideal Candidate: Proven experience as a Project Manager on structural steel projects Strong understanding of steel...

Job Title: Traffic Marshal / Labourer Location: Lockerbie, DG11 1LW Start Date: 9th February 2026 Duration: 12 Months Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed-term (12-month contract) Job Description: Morson Edge is looking for a reliable and experienced Traffic Marshal / Labourer to work on a construction site in Lockerbie (DG11 1LW). The project involves working on an extension on a new build site, with work available for 12 months starting 9th February 2026. Key Responsibilities: Controlling and managing the safe flow of traffic in and around the site Banking vehicles and ensuring all site safety procedures are followed Assisting tradesmen with general labouring duties Loading and unloading materials Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Requirements: Valid CSCS Card (essential) NPORS Traffic Marshal qualification (essential) Previous experience in a similar role preferred Good...

We are seeking a key operative with a valid telehandler ticket to join our team on a commercial construction project in Appleby. This is an exciting long-term opportunity for an experienced and reliable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Operating a telehandler to move materials and equipment safely on-site. Assisting with general site duties, including lifting, carrying, and manual handling of materials. Opening and locking up site. Working closely with the site manager and other team members to ensure smooth operations. Ordering skips. Ensuring site safety standards are maintained at all times. Helping with other tasks as required by the project. Requirements: Valid Telehandler Ticket (must be able to operate telehandlers safely and effectively). CSCS card. Previous experience in a similar role on commercial construction sites. Strong awareness of site safety and health regulations. Ability to work as part of a team and independently....

AA Euro Group are seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join a major, long-term utilities infrastructure project based in Dumfries. This is a site-based role, and candidates must live within a commutable distance of Dumfries. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience on a live utilities project, with a strong emphasis on setting out and site engineering duties, working closely with senior engineers and site management. Key Responsibilities * Setting out for civil works including drainage, ducting, foundations, and associated utilities infrastructure * Assisting with day to day site engineering activities * Reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, and method statements * Carrying out site measurements, surveys, and as built records * Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with design, quality, and health & safety standards * Liaising with subcontractors, site supervisors, and project engineers * Supporting QA documentation,...

Description Careys Civil Engineering is seeking experienced and reliable Shuttering Carpenters to join our teams delivering major civil engineering projects in the West Cumbria. This role offers the opportunity to work on long-term, high-profile infrastructure schemes with a company known for its commitment to quality, safety, and people development. We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate relevant experience, a strong work ethic, and a consistent employment history within the construction industry. Key Responsibilities * Carrying out shuttering and formwork activities to specification * Interpreting drawings and working accurately to programme requirements * Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site housekeeping * Working safely, efficiently, and collaboratively as part of a site team * Complying with all health, safety, and environmental standards Skills, Knowledge and Expertise * Proven experience in a Joiner role, particularly within...

Van Fitter Purfleet RM19 Ongoing Role Monday to Friday (Overtime available) 6am -7am starts 3pm - 4pm finishes Rate of Pay: Basic - £16.36 OT - £21.81 Sat - £24.54 Sun - £32.72 Job role will include: * Modifying vehicle to customers' needs * Drilling and welding the vehicle * Fitting and installing tail lifts, internal lighting, racking, etc * Other tasks as and when required The Candidate: * A valid full category van/B1 licence is required * No more than 6 points on your licence for insurance purposes (no BA/CD/CU/DR/DD/IN offences please) * Drilling and welding experience required * Minimum 6 months of Van Fitter or similar experience required * Demonstrate excellent communication skills * Have good customer service skills and an eye for detail To be considered for this role as a Van Fitter, please apply directly online. Drivers & logistics professionals wanted for temporary & permanent vacancies before your name, location and driving licence...

Multi Skilled Operatives - Cornwall VGC Group are looking for experienced Multi Skilled Civils Ops to become part of an exciting Infrastructure Project with a Tier 1 Contractor across Cornwall. This is long term & PAYE direct. Previous experience in Water Civils is beneficial, but not essential as this is a framework of extensive infrastructure upgrades. Role: Multi Skilled Operatives (Groundworkers, Dumper/Roller) Location: Cornwall (Surrounding Areas) Rate: £18.59 per hour PAYE + Holiday Pay, Pension etc Uplifts: Time and a third after 10 hours, and on week nights where applicable, time and half on weekends. Hours: 10 Hour Days Shift times: (Apply online only) Contract: Full time, Long Term Experience: 2 years + in Heavy Civils Qualifications: - CSCS Card - CPCS or NPORS(cscs) Dumper/Roller Ticket - EUSR (Can be assisted/provided if necessary) Please apply via provided or directly by Whatsapping Dan on (phone number removed). VGC is a leading provider of support services to...

Electrical Commissioning Engineer (EU Passport Essential) €700–€800 Per Day (All-In) | Data Centre Projects Across Europe Germany | Portugal | Spain | Italy | France | Wider EU Join one of Europe’s most respected engineering and MEP delivery partners, recognised for delivering some of the largest and most technically advanced data centre projects across the continent. This organisation is known for: * Industry-leading engineering standards * Exceptional project delivery for hyperscale and colocation clients * A strong reputation for safety, quality, and innovation * A culture that supports career growth, development, and long-term contracting Due to continued expansion across Europe, we are seeking experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineers for major mission-critical builds. Role Overview * Lead and execute electrical commissioning activities across data centre systems * Oversee commissioning of UPS, MV/LV switchgear, generators, transformers, controls, BMS *...

Location: Berlin, Germany Rate: €550 – €700 per day (Contract) Contract Type: Part-Time Contract Working Pattern: Flexible – 2 days per week Start Date: March 2026 Languages: German / English The Role We are recruiting an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support construction projects in Berlin on a contract basis, working two days per week. This role is ideal for a proactive Health & Safety professional with strong knowledge of German H&S legislation and experience in complex construction or technical environments. As a Health & Safety Advisor, you will act as the client’s representative on site, ensuring high standards of safety compliance, risk management, and contractor performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Act as the Health & Safety Advisor and client H&S representative on site * Monitor contractor compliance with Construction Safety Management Plans * Carry out site inspections, audits,...

Are you a talented Vehicle Strip fitter looking for your next opportunity? Mane is seeking skilled and passionate individuals to join our team! If you have an eye for detail and a commitment to quality, we want to hear from you! What You'll Do: Remove and refits mechanical, electrical, and trim components like panels, bumpers, doors, and interiors to prepare collision-damaged vehicles for body repair and painting Reassembles them to manufacturer standards, ensuring smooth workflow with other technicians and maintaining quality Ensure all work meets our high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with a team of professionals to deliver outstanding results.Qualifications: Proven experience Strip fitter Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today