82 construction jobs found in Exeter

Steel Fixer Exeter, Devon | £24 - 26 per hour | 8am - 6pm | Monday-Friday | 6 Months Temporary | Join a commercial construction project in Exeter Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting multiple experienced steel fixers to join a commercial construction site in Exeter. This is a 6 month contract offering the chance to work on high-quality commercial projects. Key Duties Reading and interpreting construction drawings to identify required reinforcement layouts. Cutting, bending, and shaping steel bars and mesh in line with project specifications. Accurately positioning steel reinforcement within formwork prior to concrete pours, ensuring correct placement and alignment. Securing reinforcement using tying wire, clamps, or welding methods to maintain strength and stability. Requirements Proven steel fixing experience within the construction industry. Blue cscs card Reliable, consistent, and strong work ethic. What We Offer Competitive hourly rate: £24-26 per hour (CIS...

Now Hiring: QA/QC Inspector – Solar Farm (Outside IR35) - 7-8 Month Contract Ceto Talent are supporting a renewable energy project in the UK, looking for an experienced QA/QC Inspector to join a 50MW solar farm project near Exeter, Devon. This is a full project lifecycle role, offering long-term stability on a key solar development. * Location: Near Exeter, Devon (site-based) * Start: June * Duration: 12 months * Hours: 40 per week * Rate: £400-£500 per day (negotiable) * IR35: Outside IR35 Key Responsibilities: Inspection & Monitoring: * Conduct daily inspections of solar panel installations, mounting structures, cabling, and electrical systems. * Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards. * Verify that materials and equipment delivered to the site meet project requirements. Documentation & Reporting: * Prepare and maintain inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and...

Painter & Decorator – Subcontract – Exeter & Surrounding Areas Location: Exeter, Devon Job Type: Subcontract / Self-Employed Rate: £120 – £200 per day (depending on experience & quality of work) 📌 About the Role We are looking for an experienced and reliable Painter & Decorator to support a growing pipeline of work across Exeter and surrounding areas. This is a subcontract position ideal for someone who takes pride in high-quality finishes and wants consistent, well-managed work. 🛠 Key Responsibilities * Interior and exterior painting * Surface preparation (filling, sanding, priming) * Glossing, emulsion, and finishing work * Wallpaper hanging (desirable) * Working on domestic and light commercial properties * Snagging and final finishing to a high standard * Maintaining clean and tidy work areas ✅ Requirements * Proven experience as a Painter & Decorator * Strong attention to detail and high-quality finish * Own van, tools,...

Plumber – Exerer & Surrounding Areas Location: Exeter, Devon Job Type: Subcontract / Self-Employed Rate: £150 – £300 per day (depending on experience & works) 📌 About the Role We are looking for an experienced and reliable (subcontracter) plumber to support a growing workload across Exeter and surrounding areas. This role is ideal for a self-employed plumber looking for consistent, well-organised work with a professional company. 🛠 Key Responsibilities * Carrying out general plumbing repairs and maintenance * Bathroom installations * Fault finding and system diagnostics * Pipework installation and upgrades * Working on both domestic and light commercial properties * Delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service ✅ Requirements * Minimum 3+ years plumbing experience * NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing (or equivalent experience) * Own van, tools, and equipment * Public liability insurance * Ability to work independently and manage...

Gas Engineer – Exeter & Surrounding Areas Location: Exeter, Devon Job Type: Subcontract / Self-Employed Rate: £200 – £400 per day (depending on experience & scope of works) 📌 About the Role We are seeking an experienced and reliable Gas Engineer to support a growing workload across Exeter and surrounding areas. This is a subcontract position ideal for a self-employed engineer looking for consistent, well-organised work with a professional and expanding company. 🛠 Key Responsibilities * Boiler servicing, repairs & breakdowns * Boiler installations & system upgrades * Landlord Gas Safety Certificates (CP12s) * Fault finding and diagnostics * Radiator installations and heating system works * Ensuring all work complies with current Gas Safe regulations * Delivering excellent customer service on every job ✅ Requirements * Gas Safe Registered (essential) * Minimum 3+ years experience in domestic gas work * Relevant ACS qualifications...

Handyman / Multi-Trade Operative – Exeter & Surrounding Areas Location: Exeter, Devon Job Type: Subcontract / Self-Employed Rate: £150 – £250 per day (depending on experience & skillset) 📌 About the Role We are looking for a reliable and skilled Handyman / Multi-Trade Operative to support a growing workload across Exeter and surrounding areas. This is a subcontract position offering consistent work across a variety of domestic and light commercial jobs. 🛠 Key Responsibilities * General property maintenance and repairs * Basic plumbing (taps, toilets, leaks) * Carpentry (doors, skirting, adjustments) * Painting & decorating * Tiling and patch repairs * Silicone sealing and finishing works * Snagging and finishing on refurb projects ✅ Requirements * Proven experience across multiple trades * Ability to complete jobs to a high standard independently * Own van and full set of tools * Public liability insurance * Good problem-solving...

Are you a Graduate Building Surveyor looking for a role Exeter? Build Maintain Recruit is working with a distinguished consultancy specialising in building surveying and project management. We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for a Graduate Building Surveyor to join their dynamic team based in Exeter. This role offers an excellent platform for a motivated individual to launch their career and contribute to a wide range of projects. About the Company: This reputable consultancy prides itself on delivering innovative solutions across various sectors, including commercial and residential building surveying, project management, and development monitoring. Their commitment to excellence and client satisfaction has established them as a trusted partner in the industry. Joining their team means being part of a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact project success and client satisfaction. About the Role: This is a new and exciting...

Freelance Health & Safety Advisor | Exeter, Devon | £300/day | Contract (Freelance) | On-site We’re recruiting for a hands-on Health & Safety Advisor to support a large-scale internal refurbishment within a live logistics environment. You’ll be working for a consultancy on a major client-side project (end user is a well-known global brand), supporting site teams and multiple contractors to ensure high standards of compliance and safe delivery. This is a fast-paced site with plenty of autonomy — ideal for a proactive Health & Safety Advisor who’s confident operating across all levels, from operatives to senior stakeholders. The Role As the on-site H&S lead, you’ll drive compliance, embed positive behaviours, and keep works on track in a multi-contractor setting, with a strong focus on CDM and practical risk management. Responsibilities * Lead health & safety across a multi-contractor refurbishment project in a live environment * Conduct...

Job Title: Agent / Junior Project Manager Location: Devon & Cornwall (Hybrid Working with Travel Required) Sector: Construction / Civil Engineering About the Opportunity Join one of the UK’s leading infrastructure and construction businesses, recognised for delivering essential projects that shape communities and protect the environment. With a strong presence across transportation, water, utilities, and environmental sectors, this organisation plays a key role in maintaining and improving critical national infrastructure. Known for its collaborative culture and long-standing partnerships with major public sector clients, the business places a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and innovation. Employees benefit from working within a forward-thinking environment that actively supports professional development, encourages progression, and empowers individuals to take ownership of their work. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering works...

Role – Civil Supervisor Location – Exeter Mint Selection are partnering with a leading organisation within the energy sector to recruit an experienced Civil Supervisor for an immediate start on a 12-month renewable contract based in Exeter. Scope of Work * Supervise daily site activities for all civil and structural works on the BESS project, including earthworks, foundations, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and compound construction. * Coordinate and oversee site operatives and subcontractors to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with drawings and specifications. * Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) standards and CDM Regulations. * Support the Site Manager and Project Manager with progress reporting, quality checks, and coordination with other disciplines (electrical, mechanical, commissioning). * Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site...

Job Title: General Labourer Location: Exeter Pay Rate: £16.25 per hour (Umbrella PAYE) Job Description: My client is seeking a reliable General Labourer for their residential houses project in Exeter. The role will involve supporting site operations by moving materials into a skip and maintaining general site cleanliness to ensure a safe and tidy working environment. Requirements: Valid CSCS card (essential) Full 5-point PPE (hard hat, high-vis vest, safety boots, gloves, and goggles) Ability to carry out manual handling tasks Punctual and dependableDuties: Moving materials and waste into designated skips Keeping the site clean and organised Assisting site team as required Please apply to be considered or contact Gosia at Tech People for more information on (phone number removed). About Tech People: We are a leading recruitment agency within M&E and Construction. We are committed to providing a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which our clients...

Gateman with tickets. Exeter Rate £18.00 per hour About the Role: We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Construction gateman with tickets to join a team on a busy construction site in Exeter. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe movement of vehicles and plant machinery, helping to maintain a safe working environment for all site personnel. Key Responsibilities: Directing the movement of vehicles and plant on and around the site Communicating clearly with drivers and machine operators using hand signals or radio Ensuring all site traffic complies with safety regulations Assisting with loading/unloading of materials when required Monitoring and maintaining safe access routes booking in deliveries frm the lorries Requirements: Valid cscs Gateman/Traffic Marshal certification Previous experience in a similar role on a construction site Strong awareness of health and safety practices Ability to work as part of...

Experienced Labourer Immediate Start Location: Exeter, EX4 1SX | CSCS Required | Umbrella Pay Only Ongoing work is available for an experienced labourer to join an exciting new project in Exeter. If you're reliable, motivated, and ready to start immediately, this is your chance to get hands-on and earn competitive pay. What's on Offer: Immediate start and ongoing work Competitive umbrella pay Supportive team environment We're Looking For: Valid CSCS card Previous labouring experience Hardworking, reliable, and proactive team player Apply Now: Call (phone number removed) today and start immediately! Make your skills count join a project where your contribution really matters. RefIDINDBRSTL24

Telehandler Driver Exeter, Devon | £20- £22 per hour (CIS available) | 8am - 6pm | Monday-Friday| Join a commercial construction project in Exeter Introduction Acorn by Synergie is seeking a skilled Telehandler Driver to join a commercial construction site in Exeter. You will assist with material movement, support the site team, and ensure all operations run safely and efficiently. Key Duties: Operating the telehandler safely and efficiently on site. Assisting with the movement and lifting of materials. Following all site health and safety regulations. Requirements: Valid CPCS or NPORS card. Fit to work medical. Proven experience as a telehandler driver on construction projects. Reliable, consistent, and strong work ethic. What We Offer: £20- £22 per hour (CIS payment available). Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm. PPE and tools provided at site. Possible long term work available after first phase is complete Interested? Apply now with your CV, or...

FirstFix Recruitment are looking for electricians Starting Monday 30th March 3 weeks work 7:00am - 6:30pm Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 2:00pm Friday Electricians required to work on a commercial refurbishment where you will be carrying out 1st and 2nd fix. You will need to be a fully qualified electrician with your valid JIB gold card and be able to provide references where you have carried out similar type of work as an electrician. We are also looking for electrical improvers

Job Title: Site Cleaner (Offices & Welfare Facilities) Location: Tiverton Pay Rate: £16.50 – £17.00 per hour Job Type: Part-time – Once per week (Every Wednesday) Job Overview: We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Cleaner to work on a housing development site in Tiverton. This role involves maintaining cleanliness in site offices and welfare facilities to ensure a clean, safe, and professional environment for staff and visitors. Key Responsibilities: Cleaning site offices and meeting rooms Maintaining welfare facilities including canteens, toilets, and changing areas Dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, and wiping surfaces Emptying bins and replenishing consumables where required Ensuring all areas are kept clean, hygienic, and presentable Requirements: Previous cleaning experience preferred but not essential Good attention to detail Reliable and able to work independently CSCS card not essential What’s Provided: Cleaning products and equipment supplied...

Our client a Kent based External Facades Contractor currently seek an experienced team of Cladders for one of their projects in North Tawton, Devon. The work itself is a collection of new build very large Industrial units and you will be installing a CA 32/1000 built up Wall and Cladding System It is essential that you hold a CSCS Blue Card, Ideally be CA Group trained (but not essential), and be able to provide recent work references to back up your Cladding background Duties will include: * Installing CA Built up Cladding and Wall Systems 32/1000 * Working from drawings * Cutting and measuring Aluminium panels * Working as part of a fixing team to a site instalaltion program * All other associated task as instructed This is an immediate start and will be circa 3-6 months work Contributions are paid towards digs per operative if you are not local and I would welcome applications from Fixing gangs that normally work away, For more information or to register your interest...

Groundworker Location: Okehampton EX20 Rate: £21-23 per hour Duration: 8 weeks plus Hours: 7.30 to 5.30pm plus possible weekday and weekend overtime Job Type: Temporary Job Description: Stridden Limited are recruiting for an established Civils & Groundworks Contractor who are currently looking for 1-2 experienced Groundworkers to join their site in Okehampton. Key Duties: * Skilled all round groundworkers needed to complete all necessary duties including ACO channels, gully’s, concreting, ducting, etc. * Performing all required duties on site as instructed * Conduct work according to industry health & safety standards Requirements: * Previous experience as a Groundworker essential * CSCS Blue Card in Groundworks preferred * Hand Tools essential * Full PPE including hard hat, safety boots & Hi-Viz * Must be physically fit and capable of manual handling * One reference on application * Ability to commute to site reliably Equal...

Quality Inspector £13.00 per hour, Temporary ongoing position, Mon-Friday 8am to 5pm (early finish on Friday), based in BS3 Bristol - Temporary ongoing position to start ASAP - Holiday, Pension, Parking plus more An established manufacturer producing a variety of components and parts in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment are recruiting a quality inspector to join their team. Working in a small team and reporting to the Quality manager, this role will suit someone who has a can do attitude, excellent attention to detail and enjoys working in a busy, fast paced environment. This role offers support and will provide further development opportunities for the right candidate. The quality inspector duties will include: Checking manufactured goods against drawings to include dimensions and materials Checking incoming raw materials for quality and counts Checking finished goods using measuring equipment Investigate any defaults and escalate accordingly To support 6S...

Domestic Gas Engineers required to work with local housing association to cover domestic gas maintenance on their social housing properties in Torbay. I am looking for experienced and professional domestic gas engineers for reactive and planned maintenance on their properties across the Torbay and wider areas. Work will include gas & boiler servicing and maintenance ranging from minor servicing, full services, repairs and pipe installations as well as issuing landlord safety certificates. This is a vital role as it is paramount so the client can keep their tenants homes warm. The role: Temporary role for a minimum of 1 month. 8 -12 jobs per day. Start date: ASAP Pay: £25 per service weekly paid (CIS or umbrella) Location: Torbay Requirements: Minimum 3 years gas experience and be ACS qualified and ideally CCN1, CKR1, HTR1, CEN1 (or CENWAT), MET1, LPG and CPA1. (Gas Safe registered.) Own van/gas analyzer Public liability insurance Full UK driving licenceInterested?...