10 construction jobs found in Portsmouth

Astute's Power team is working with a successful, and growing construction company to recruit a Site Manager on a 12 month contract for its Portsmouth site, a key national project in the Defence sector. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £280 - £350 per day, dependant on experience. Key skills required for the Site Manager role SMSTS CSCS Gold Card IOSH Managing Safely 3+ years experience in a Site Manager position. Experience in building envelope, demolition, temporary works. Location, day rate and timeframe of the Site Manager role Portsmouth Inside IR35 12 Month ContractAstute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the...

Lead building and fire safety across a high profile housing portfolio. Building and Fire Safety Manager Role: Interim Building and Fire Safety Manager Rate: £600 per day inside IR35 Contract Type: Interim, Full Time Location: Essex, South East England Contract Length: 6 months Working Arrangements: Hybrid, with office attendance required Closing Date: 26th June 2026 Overview * A leading social housing provider is seeking an experienced Interim Building and Fire Safety Manager to oversee compliance across a diverse residential portfolio, including high risk buildings. * This role will play a critical part in ensuring all assets meet current legislative standards while strengthening systems, processes and safety culture across the organisation. Key Responsibilities * Ensure full compliance with all relevant building and fire safety legislation, regulations and best practice. * Develop and implement policies, procedures, management plans and operational...

Job Title: General Foreman / Foreperson Location: Westcott Rate: Up to £350 per day (Inside IR35 – PAYE or Umbrella) Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Foreman / Foreperson to join a major UK water framework, supporting the delivery of essential wastewater infrastructure upgrades. This role will be responsible for overseeing daily site operations, managing supervisors, subcontractors and site teams, and ensuring packages of work are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme, quality and HSEQ requirements. You will work closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to coordinate site activities, maintain progress against the programme, and help drive a positive and productive site culture. Responsibilities You will be responsible for supervising and delivering sections of work safely, on time, and to the required standards. Duties will include: Managing site operations, coordinating supervisors,...

Quantity Surveyor Location: Falmer, East Sussex Rate: Up to £400 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid Working: 3 Days per Week in Office Sector: Water Infrastructure We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a major Southern Water programme based in Falmer. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long-term infrastructure framework delivering critical projects across the water network. We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience within the Water, Civil Engineering, Utilities or M&E sectors and are comfortable operating within NEC4 contract environments. Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of projects from inception through to final account Preparation and assessment of applications, valuations and compensation events Contract administration under NEC4 contracts Cost forecasting, reporting and budget management Management of subcontractor accounts and procurement activities Supporting project teams to achieve commercial and contractual...

Your new company You will be joining a leading UK infrastructure contractor, delivering work across a long-term utilities and infrastructure framework in the South East. This programme spans several years and focuses on the upgrade and maintenance of critical network assets, offering strong job security and continuity. The role is based in the West Sussex area, with a hybrid working pattern. Your new role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects within a regulated utilities environment. You will oversee cost management, valuations, variations, and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered in line with budget and commercial objectives.You will also be responsible for managing and supporting 2 Quantity Surveyors / Junior QSs, ensuring consistent delivery across the team while developing junior talent. This role is offered on an initial contract basis (inside IR35), with a clear opportunity to transition into a...

Your new company You will be joining a leading UK infrastructure and construction business, delivering work on a long-term regulated infrastructure programme near Brighton. This multi-year programme offers strong stability and the opportunity to be part of a critical investment project within the utilities sector. The role is based in the Brighton area with a hybrid working pattern. Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of infrastructure projects within a regulated utilities environment. You will be responsible for managing costs, preparing valuations and variations, supporting subcontractor management, and ensuring robust financial control throughout the project lifecycle. This role will initially be offered on a contract basis (inside IR35), with a clear temp-to-perm pathway after approximately 15 weeks, providing an excellent opportunity for longer-term career development. What you'll need to succeed Qualified Quantity Surveyor...

Your new company You will be joining a leading UK infrastructure contractor, delivering work across a major long-term utilities framework in the South East. This multi-year programme focuses on maintaining and upgrading critical infrastructure, offering strong stability and long-term continuity. The position is based in the West Sussex area, operating on a hybrid working model. Your new role As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial function across a portfolio of infrastructure projects within a regulated environment. You will take overall responsibility for cost management, commercial performance, and financial control, ensuring projects are delivered in line with budget and contractual requirements. You will also be responsible for managing and developing a team of 5 Quantity Surveyors / Junior QSs, providing leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure high standards of delivery across the commercial team. This role is offered on an initial contract...

Job Title: Engineering Manager - DV Location: Aldermaston, Reading (100% on site) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £63.57/hr (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV clearance & Sole Uk National Essential: Sole UK National Location – able to commit to 100% onsite attendance Stakeholder management Significant experience delivering engineering or infrastructure programmes in highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with stringent safety, security, and quality requirements. Proven capability in leading and contributing to technical design reviews, ensuring engineering solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned with established governance frameworks. Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and assurance processes, with the ability to ensure engineering outputs meet organisational and industry standards. Desirable: Background in construction, utilities, or major build programmes, particularly where engineering governance, configuration...

Position: Paint Prepper Location: Woking, Surrey Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary PAYE OR Umbrella About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a luxury high end low volume client based in Woking who are looking for a polisher to join their team This will be shift work - Shifts hours: Early: 5:30 - 13:45 & Late: 15:00 - 23:15 Job Description Experience of working within an automotive environment Prior experience of Quality focused with meticulous attention to detail would be an advantage Prior experience of working with Carbon Fibre materials would be a advantage Undertake the exterior polishing of vehicles using the correct materials and tools would be an advantage Prior experience with Inspecting finished vehicles to ensure no defects, perfect finish every time is an advantage Prior experience of flattening, polishing, and touching up is desirable Prior experience of maintaining and cleaning equipment is an advantage Prior experience on...

Position: Polisher Location: Woking, Surrey Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary PAYE OR Umbrella About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a luxury high end low volume client based in Woking who are looking for a polisher to join their team This will be shift work - Shifts hours: Early: 5:30 - 13:45 & Late: 15:00 - 23:15 Job Description Experience of working within an automotive environment would be an advantage. Prior experience of working to timescales would be advantageous Undertake the exterior polishing of vehicles using the correct materials and tools would be an advantage Prior experience with Inspecting finished vehicles to ensure no defects, perfect finish every time is an advantage Prior experience of flattening, polishing, and touching up is desirable Prior experience of maintaining and cleaning equipment is an advantage Prior experience on ensuring there are no defects on work produced is an advantage Personal Attributes: An...