54 construction jobs found in Plymouth

Telehandler Operator Location: Plymouth, PL9 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–4/5pm Pay: £13.90 per hour Assignment: Approx. 8‑week temporary assignment Start: Immediate / ASAP We are seeking a dependable, safety‑driven individual to support one of our clients busy operational site during a peak period.   This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience in manual labour, plant operations, and telehandler work, particularly within recycling, waste management, construction, or other industrial environments.   You’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth, safe and efficient movement of materials across the site while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism. About the Role As a Telehandler Operator / Site Operative, you will be responsible for the safe movement of materials, supporting daily site operations, and ensuring the site remains clean, compliant and well‑organised.   This is a physically active role that requires strong awareness of safety, good...

Senior Quantity Surveyor (QS) – Highways & Groundworks Location: Plymouth Duration: 6 Months Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 Engagement: Full-time or Part-time Considered Rate: up to £500 per shift We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a £6m highways and infrastructure scheme in Plymouth, working on behalf of a specialist subcontractor. This is a strong opportunity for a QS with proven highways and groundworks experience to contribute commercially to the successful delivery of a fast-moving civil engineering project. Project Scope: Highway and infrastructure works Road widening schemes Roundabout construction General groundworks and associated civils Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of subcontract packages Cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting Preparing and agreeing valuations and variations Managing final accounts Working closely with site teams, clients, and key stakeholders Driving financial...

CSCS Shuttering Carpenter – Job Plymouth Rate £24.00-25.00 per hour We are currently seeking experienced CSCS Shuttering Carpenters to join one of our clients on a busy construction project in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and skilled individuals looking for ongoing work. Key Responsibilities: Constructing and assembling formwork for concrete structures Reading and interpreting technical drawings and plans Ensuring all work is carried out to high standards of accuracy and safety Using hand and power tools efficiently Working collaboratively with site teams and supervisors Requirements: Valid CSCS Card (Essential) Proven experience as a shuttering carpenter Ability to read construction drawings Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship Own tools and PPE preferred Good understanding of health & safety regulations If you are a dedicated shuttering carpenter with the required qualifications, we would like to hear from you....

Cat C Driver - Plymouth - £18.09 PAYE Full Time Employment VGC Group are seeking 1no experienced Cat C Driver to join a great team on a Major Infrastructure Project in Devonport, Plymouth. This contract is available to start asap subject to BPSS Vetting. Role: Cat C Driver Location: Plymouth Salary: £18.09 per hour, 1.5 x rate after 39 hours in a week, 1.5 x rate first 4 hours on a saturday, 2 x rate rest of the weekend.  Hours: 10 hour Shifts (Backshift and Nighshift possibility with uplifts) Contract: Full time Duration: 4 years + Benefits: 31 days holiday per year, training and upskilling provided if relevant to role, pension, £3 a day brief allowance Subsistence:  - Lodge available at £51.97 per night for anyone living over 50 miles from site. - Daily Travel allowance available for any operative not on lodge commuting more than 9 miles (in line with CIJC)  Experience: 3 years + Qualifications:  - CSCS Card - Cat C Driving license and experience driving cat C vehicles Please...

Scaffolding Supervisor - Plymouth - £25.42 PAYE Full Time Employment VGC Group are seeking 1no experienced Scaffolding Supervisor to join a great team on a Major Infrastructure Project in Devonport, Plymouth. This contract is available to start asap subject to BPSS Vetting. Role: Scaffolding Supervisor Location: Plymouth Salary: £25.42 per hour, 1.5 x rate after 39 hours in a week, 1.5 x rate first 4 hours on a saturday, 2 x rate rest of the weekend.  Hours: 10 hour Shifts Contract: Full time Duration: 4 years + Benefits: 31 days holiday per year, training and upskilling provided if relevant to role, pension, £3 a day brief allowance Subsistence:  - Lodge available at £51.97 per night for anyone living over 50 miles from site. - Daily Travel allowance available for any operative not on lodge commuting more than 9 miles (in line with CIJC)  Experience: 3 years + Qualifications:  - CISCS Gold Card - SSSTS - NVQ Level 3 in Scaffolding Please apply via directly or whatsapp Dan on...

Role: Principal Civil/Structural Engineer Location: Devonport(Occasional site visit) Duration: 12 months(Long term - project goes until Dec 2028) Inside IR35 The role We are looking for a Principal Civil/Structural Engineer ‎to support delivery of civil/structural subway systems as part of the subways Team in Devonport. Lead on the Structural / Civil works required for: Refurbishment design proposals for the existing extant subways within the 10D site. Development of new / alternative designs. Lead the design team with assessing the findings of recent condition surveys, within the extant subways, and develop a strategy / design for the remediation of these subways. This will need to be coordinated with existing utilities and proposed to ensure that all design requirements are met Day-to-day, you'll be supporting the engineering capability of the new systems through the design lifecycle in accordance with the design process. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and...

NIGHT SHIFT Welders - MIG / TIG Roborough, Plymouth | £18.63 per hour | Shift Sun-Thur (Apply online only) | Temp to Perm | Onsite Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting skilled MIG / TIG Welders on behalf of Rittal CSM, a global leader in industrial solutions, based in Roborough, Plymouth. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability, career progression, and excellent earning potential within a busy production environment. Key Duties Carry out MIG and TIG welding on steel, aluminium, and stainless steel components. Set up welding equipment and ensure correct operation. Maintain high-quality welding standards with strong attention to detail. Follow all health and safety regulations at all times. Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets. Requirements Proven experience in MIG and TIG welding. Ability to produce precise, high-quality welds. Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights. Reliable,...

Welders - MIG / TIG Roborough, Plymouth | £13.42-£17.89 per hour | Full-Time | Temp to Perm | Onsite Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting skilled MIG / TIG Welders on behalf of Rittal CSM, a global leader in industrial solutions, based in Roborough, Plymouth. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability, career progression, and excellent earning potential within a busy production environment. Key Duties Carry out MIG and TIG welding on steel, aluminium, and stainless steel components. Set up welding equipment and ensure correct operation. Maintain high-quality welding standards with strong attention to detail. Follow all health and safety regulations at all times. Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets. Requirements Proven experience in MIG and TIG welding. Ability to produce precise, high-quality welds. Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights. Reliable, safety-conscious, and quality-driven...

Role: Principal Civil/Structural Engineer Location: Devonport(Occasional site visit) Duration: 12 months(Long term - project goes until Dec 2028) Inside IR35 The role We are looking for a Principal Civil/Structural Engineer ‎to support delivery of civil/structural subway systems as part of the subways Team in Devonport. Lead on the Structural / Civil works required for: Refurbishment design proposals for the existing extant subways within the 10D site. Development of new / alternative designs. Lead the design team with assessing the findings of recent condition surveys, within the extant subways, and develop a strategy / design for the remediation of these subways. This will need to be coordinated with existing utilities and proposed to ensure that all design requirements are met Day-to-day, you'll be supporting the engineering capability of the new systems through the design lifecycle in accordance with the design process. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and...

General Builder Location: Plymouth (UK) Salary: Competitive – DOE Job Type: Full-time / Ongoing Contract Work About: Our client is a trusted nationwide property maintenance, building and compliance partner, delivering high-quality solutions across residential, commercial, care homes, retirement living, education, and public sector environments. With over 25 years of industry experience, they pride themselves on quality workmanship, compliance, and long-term client relationships. The Role: We are seeking reliable and skilled General Builders/ Multi Traders who can carry out a wide range of property maintenance and building tasks to a high standard. You will work across a variety of properties completing reactive maintenance, planned repairs, and refurbishment works. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working across multiple trades. Key Responsibilities: * General property maintenance and building works *...

Site Engineer – Plymouth A great opportunity for a Site Engineer with experience in civil engineering and structures to join a an exciting project working on a large defence project. The successful Site Engineer will join a successful ambitious team. The successful Site Engineer will be a self-starter with strong communication skills. The opportunity would suit a Site Engineer with experience in civil engineering, ideally with some experience in structural engineering. The successful Site Engineer will have to successfully complete security vetting and will likely have the following qualifications and experience. Person Profile * Degree qualified or similar/ equivalent experience. * Experience in setting out for groundworks and structural packages * Strong QA/QC knowledge. * Skilled in reading engineering drawings and ensuring the setting out is to specification * Experience working as an engineer on site. * Work well independently as well as in a team environment. *...

Title: Welder (class 1) Location: Plymouth Salary or Rate: £36.50p/hour to £43.66p/hour (Inside IR35) plus accommodation Hours: Full time Type: Contract HSB ID: 936/276 HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business. The below job description will outline this position of a Class 1 Welder working with welding materials and techniques that are essential for the construction, maintenance, and repair of components. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity. Typically, this person will be able to Weld Pipes and equipment in place with submarine components. Duties and responsibilities of the Welder • Using hand and machine tools to cut,...

Electrician with Prison Clearance for Channings Wood starting early Dec 2025 Summary: This role seeks a qualified electrician with prison clearance for a new build project at HMP Channings Wood, involving various electrical tasks primarily focused on first and second fix. The position is long-term, expected to last at least six months, with potential for extension. Electricians must hold ECS Gold certification and the necessary security clearance. Key Responsibilities: * Perform all forms of electrical work, mainly first and second fix. * Work on a new building on HMP Channings Wood. * Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements. Key Skills: * Fully qualified electrician with ECS Gold certification. * Security clearance (EL1, EL2, EL3, CTC, SC, eSC, DV). * Experience in electrical refurbishment projects. Salary (Rate): Negotiable Start Date: December 2025 If you are a qualified electrician with security clearance, looking for a long term project, please apply...

Electrician with Prison Clearance for Channings Wood Oct 2025 Summary: This role seeks a qualified electrician with prison clearance for a new build project at HMP Channings Wood, involving various electrical tasks primarily focused on first and second fix. The position is long-term, expected to last at least six months, with potential for extension. Electricians must hold ECS Gold certification and the necessary security clearance. Key Responsibilities: * Perform all forms of electrical work, mainly first and second fix. * Work on a new building on HMP Channings Wood. * Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements. Key Skills: * Fully qualified electrician with ECS Gold certification. * Security clearance (EL1, EL2, EL3, CTC, SC, eSC, DV). * Experience in electrical refurbishment projects. Salary (Rate): £26 p/h Start Date: October 2025 If you are a qualified electrician with security clearance, looking for a long term project, please apply with...

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Highways Site Engineer to support the delivery of construction works across sites in Devon. The role involves providing technical and engineering support to site teams, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with drawings, specifications, and company procedures. Key Responsibilities: Interpret drawings and specifications and communicate requirements clearly to site teams. Support the preparation of method statements, risk assessments, permits, environmental procedures, and Inspection & Test Plans. Provide engineering support to resolve technical issues and manage technical queries. Mentor and support Site Engineers, including setting out, benchmarks, and instrument calibration compliance. Assist with sketches, change management, subcontractor checks, and procedural updates. Maintain daily site diaries, progress tracking, and support material and service procurement. Ensure compliance with Health,...

As the Site Agent your duties & responsibilities will be: Assisting the Project Manager with the on-site operational management of Construction activity for the scheme, which includes: ensuring SHEQ standards are achieved, understanding the design, following the schedule and budget, directing a sub Agent and subcontractors, . The role will also feature an element of Stakeholder Liaison, ensuring that any parties likely to be affected by the scheme are kept informed in a timely manner and acting as their main point of contact to answer any queries You will be the on-site operational manager of Civil Engineering activity for the Contract on site, your duties will include, developing construction programmes, phasing plans and method statements. Working closely with the project QS to develop monthly cost reports and capture Compensation events. Efficient organisation of direct resources including, plant and labour along with timely procurement of materials. Liaison with other...

Are you or someone you know looking for work? We are looking for cleaners on behalf of our client to carry out cleaning within a supermarket. Position: Cleaning operative Location: Newton Abbott, TQ12 Pay rate: £14.85 Shifts 1: x6 days a week, 06:15-09:15, Tuesday off Shift 2: x6 days a week, 06:15-09:15, Wednesday off We are looking for someone to start ASAP! If you are interested and available you can call us on (phone number removed) or email INDPS

We're working with a leading contractor delivering infrastructure and highway works, and they're looking for a Site Agent to join them on a freelance basis with an immediate start. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of on-site operations and play a key role in delivering a high-profile project safely and efficiently. Job Role As Site Agent, you'll support the Project Manager while acting as the on-site lead for civil engineering activities. You'll be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key responsibilities include: ·Overseeing site operations and coordinating subcontractors and a Sub Agent ·Ensuring SHEQ standards and safe systems of work are maintained at all times ·Developing construction programmes, method statements, and phasing plans ·Managing plant, labour, and material procurement efficiently ·Supporting cost control, including monthly reporting and compensation events ·Acting as...

Plumber/Pipefitter for Channings Wood starting early April 2026 Summary: This role seeks a qualified plumber with prison clearance for a new build project at HMP Channings Wood, involving various plumbing/pipefitter tasks primarily focused on screwed steel pipework mainly, but also some crimped copper, drainage and sanitaryware. The position is long-term, expected to last at least six months, with potential for extension. Plumber/Pipefitter must hold CSCS certification and the necessary security clearance can be done by client if available Key Responsibilities: * Perform all forms of electrical work, mainly first and second fix. * Work on a new building on HMP Channings Wood. * Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements. Key Skills: * Fully qualified plumber/pipefitter with CSCS certification. * Security clearance (EL1, EL2, EL3, CTC, SC, eSC, DV), * Can be done by client if dont have * Experience in electrical refurbishment projects. Salary...

Electrician with Prison Clearance for Channings Wood starting early April 2026 Summary: This role seeks a qualified electrician with prison clearance for a new build project at HMP Channings Wood, involving various electrical tasks primarily focused on first and second fix. The position is long-term, expected to last at least six months, with potential for extension. Electricians must hold ECS Gold certification and the necessary security clearance. Key Responsibilities: * Perform all forms of electrical work, mainly first and second fix. * Work on a new building on HMP Channings Wood. * Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements. Key Skills: * Fully qualified electrician with ECS Gold certification. * Security clearance (EL1, EL2, EL3, CTC, SC, eSC, DV). * Experience in electrical refurbishment projects. Salary (Rate): Negotiable Start Date: April 2026 If you are a qualified electrician with security clearance, looking for a long term project,...