1017 jobs found in Chelmsford

Project Manager - Education Sector (Freelance / No.1 Lead) | Essex / East Anglia We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager (Number 1 Lead) to take full responsibility for the delivery of education sector projects with a leading UK main contractor across Essex and East Anglia. This is a senior, site-based role requiring a strong leader who can take ownership of both pre-construction and on-site delivery, acting as the key decision-maker and client-facing lead throughout the project lifecycle. 🔹 Project Overview Sector: Education (schools - new build & refurbishment) Location: Essex / East Anglia region Project values: £5m - £50m+ Role: Freelance / Contract - No.1 Project Lead Environment: Live school sites, phased delivery, term-time constraints Key Responsibilities Act as Number 1 Project Lead, taking full responsibility for project delivery from pre-construction through to handover Lead and manage all pre-construction activities, including...

Estimator - Construction Immediate start Long term * Established Construction business . * High-profile projects across New build Residential and Commercial projects. * Project Values: £1m–£12m. About the Company: * Specialist subcontractor with a strong reputation. * Focused on delivering high-quality technical projects. * Collaborative and successful team environment. The Role: * Reporting to the Commercial Director. * Pricing a variety of External Cladding Facade and Brickwork * Collaborating with operational, commercial, and marketing teams. * Building strong client and stakeholder relationships. * Providing technical advice. * Flexible working on offer

Freelance Project Manager – £15m School Refurbishment Location: Chelmsford, Essex Contract: Freelance / Contract Project Value: Circa £15m Client: Tier 1 Main Contractor We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager to deliver a £15m live school refurbishment project in Chelmsford, working for a well‑established Tier 1 main contractor. This is a high‑profile education project involving complex refurbishment works, demanding strong stakeholder management, programme control, and a proactive approach to on‑site delivery within a live environment. Candidate Requirements * Proven experience as a Project Manager on refurbishment projects (£10m+) * Strong background working for Tier 1 or large Tier 2 main contractors * Previous education / school refurbishment experience highly desirable * SMSTS, CSCS , and First Aid * Excellent communication and leadership skills To apply: Please get in touch with your CV or contact details for a confidential...

Finishing Foreman – New Build Care Home Location: Chelmsford, Essex Start Date: 1 week Duration: 4 months We are seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to work for a medium sized main contractor on a high-quality new build care home project in Chelmsford, Essex. Key Responsibilities: * Working alongside the Site Manager helping to oversee all internal finishing trades on site * Ensure all works are completed to the highest quality standards and in line with project specifications * Coordinate subcontractors and manage daily site activities related to finishing stages * Carry out snagging and de-snagging to ensure timely project completion * Work closely with the Site Manager to maintain programme targets * Ensure health & safety standards are upheld at all times * Conduct quality inspections and ensure compliance with building regulations Requirements: * Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman on new build residential projects * Strong eye for...

CSS are looking for a Groundworker to start on a residential project in Chelmsford to start ASAP * CSCS Card * Own hand tools * Residential project * Ongoing work * Previous work references * £22.00 p/h Please call the team for more information

Painter & Decorator Wanted - Chelmsford Job Details: Location: Chelmsford and surrounding areas Job Type: Full-time Pay: Competitive rates (based on experience)Responsibilities: Interior and exterior painting Surface preparation including sanding, filling, and priming Wallpapering (preferred but not essential) Maintaining a clean and safe work environment Delivering high-quality finishes to clientsRequirements: Proven experience in painting and decorating Attention to detail and high standards of workmanship Own tools and transport preferred Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude Valid CSCS CardAbouts Us: Daniel Owen is an experienced recruitment consultancy which specialise in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance and engineering companies

Electrical Qualified Supervisor (Technical / Compliance Focus) Chelmsford, Essex | Social Housing Temporary (2-3 months) | 37 hrs per week (8:00am-5:30pm) 60% Office‑based / 40% Site‑based We are seeking an experienced Electrical Qualified Supervisor to support a Housing Association in Chelmsford on a short‑term temporary basis. This is a technical, compliance‑driven role, focused on inspection, certification, and quality assurance of electrical works across the housing stock. The position will suit a technically strong electrician with proven experience completing and signing off EICRs, ensuring works meet current regulations and social housing compliance standards. Key Responsibilities Act as the Electrical Qualified Supervisor in line with NICEIC / NAPIT requirements Technically review, inspect, and certify electrical works Complete, review, and authorise EICRs across occupied and void properties Carry out technical site inspections and quality assurance checks Ensure...

Senior Site Manager – New Build Education (Contract) We are working with a well-established, Tier 1 main contractor with a strong track record delivering large-scale education and commercial projects across the UK. The business is known for delivering high-value, complex new build schemes, with a focus on quality, programme delivery, and health & safety. They have a strong pipeline of secured work and are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Manager for a flagship education project in Essex. This is a long-term contract role (circa 4 years) on a major new build academy, currently in pre-construction and due to start on site shortly. The project is valued at up to £80m, with a significant weekly spend and a fast-paced delivery programme. Candidates MUST have delivered DfE projects £40m - £80m to be considered. Duties and responsibilities Manage the contract works on site in accordance with company procedures and monitor the construction process throughout Attend and...

Principal Surveyor (Property and Projects) Temporary, Full Time (initial 3 months) Day Rate: £500.00 per day (umbrella) Location: Tendring, Essex Closing Date: 13 April 2026 An interim opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Surveyor (Property and Projects) to join a local government organisation on an initial three‑month contract. This role requires the successful individual to attend the office a minimum of two days per week. This is a fast‑paced role suited to a senior property professional who can deliver effectively from day one, supporting estates management activity, property transactions, and capital projects while ensuring full compliance with statutory and corporate requirements. The Role The Property and Projects service is seeking an experienced Principal Surveyor to provide senior professional support across a diverse property portfolio and a range of live capital projects. You will deliver high‑quality professional advice to senior officers and...

Assistant Site Manager - Residential Traditional Build Houses £225 - £250 per day | Start ASAP Our client is looking for a switched-on Assistant Site Manager to join the team on a new-build housing site in Essex. This will see you working for one of the UK's largest growing house builders taking plots from 1st fix to completion. What you'll be doing: Managing the site team on a busy Traditional build scheme Taking properties from 1st fix to completion with main focus on finishes. Coordinating trades & subcontractors Keeping quality, health & safety, and progress on point Managing snagging, site paperwork, and daily reporting Ensuring NHBC Inspections expectation are met What you'll need: Previous experience as an assistant site manager on new build sites CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid A proactive, reliable attitude and good eye for detail. Good communication. Available to start ASAP What's in it for you? £225 - £250 per day Temp to Perm contract A great site and a...

Right Search Recruitment Ltd are proud to be working with a leading electrical contractor who is seeking Electricians in Chelmsford (CM1) starting on the 16th January 2026. This new project is working on an M&S retail store in Chelmsford (CM1). The ideal candidates will have worked on M&S / retails shopfit projects priovously and will have the M&S Compliance already in place. (Can be done on line) Job role will include all aspects of electrical installation. Pay rate: is DOE. CIS Payment Working hours: 10/12 hours per day (maybe weekends ) Requirements: ECS Gold Card and IPAF is needed Duration: 6 - 8 week project If you are interested in applying then please contact Adam Clarke at Right Search or send your CV / Cards via Whatsapp

Right Search Recruitment Ltd are proud to be working with a leading electrical contractor who is seeking Electricians in Chelmsford (CM1) starting ASAP. This new project is working on an M&S retail store in Chelmsford (CM1). The ideal candidates will have worked on M&S / retails shopfit projects priovously and will have the M&S Compliance already in place. (Can be done on line) Job role will include all aspects of electrical installation. Pay rate: is £26 per hour CIS Payment Working hours: 10/12 hours per day (maybe weekends ) Requirements: ECS Gold Card and IPAF is needed Duration: 6 - 8 week project If you are interested in applying then please contact Adam Clarke at Right Search or send your CV / Cards via Whatsapp

Interim Building Control Role Registered Building Inspector Registration class - 2AB preferred CONTRACT ROLE * New Contract post based in Essex for a local authority covering site inspections and plan checks on various residential and domestic projects across the region. * You will need to be able to get to site across the authority and work without supervision so you must have valid RBI status and experience within building control * The post will start immediately or once your notice period is completed but you must be able to start within four weeks * This is a part time role, ideally working Monday and Friday each week but they can offer up to 3 days per week and move the days amongst the team, so this can be flexible Due to the nature of the role, you must be able to travel to sites in Essex and you must be able to complete inspections in usual working hours; weekend work for site inspections cannot be arrranged Flux Consulting specialise in Building Control...

We are currently looking for a Labourer for a contract in Billericay, Essex. They will be working for a roofing company loading out roofing tiles and throwing old tiles into a skip. WIll need previosu site experience and CSCS If available please call Joe (phone number removed)

Electrical Labourer required for works across Essex and Croyden Ideally lives in Billericay Essex as will be getting picked up from Billericay station every morning by the electrician. Requirements are: * References * ECS card * PPE £150/day paid weekly Long term work available for the right person

New Stores Assistant Location: Billericay Rate: £16-18 per hour (Inside IR35) Hours: 07:30-16:30, 9 hours per day Contract: Ongoing until at least end of 2027 Overview: The New Stores Assistant supports store operations by sourcing products, managing suppliers, processing orders, and maintaining accurate stock control as part of a small team. Key Duties: Source products and manage supplier relationships Negotiate pricing and place accurate orders Book in, check, and reconcile deliveries Maintain stock records and documentation Use ordering and stock control systems Undertake site deliveries when requiredRequirements: Experience with stock or ordering systems Confident IT skills Full UK driving licence (max 3 penalty points) Flexible and team‑focused approach

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...

Groundworkers required for a Housing Project in Witham,Essex Duties will include drainage and kerbs Must have a FTD Ticket Paying £200 per day For more information please contact Ash

Multi Trader Covering Essex Driving License Required Must have references Self Employed £165 per day after probation will rise Fortus Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the industry. We supply candidates from executive to operative level and are currently working with a contractor who are looking for Multi Trader's based around Lewisham and Southwark. Day to Day: The Maintenance will include aspects of the following skills: Carpentry Plumbing Plastering Painting Tiling Requirements (Skills & Qualifications) of a Multi Trade: Full, clean UK driver's licence Clean DBS check Previous social housing experience Proficient in the use of PDAs and SOR coding Able Fulfil our contractual obligations of out of hours on a rota basis Available for face-to-face interviews Benefits: Company van (work use only) Pension Uniform Perkbox rewards...

CSS are looking for a Groundworker to start on a residential project in Maldon to start ASAP * CSCS Card * Own hand tools * Residential project * Ongoing work * Previous work references * £22.00 p/h Please call the team for more information