172 construction jobs found in Plymouth

Sub‑Agent – Major Infrastructure Project (MOD Site) Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard Rate: £400–£440 per day (depending on experience/qualifications) Schedule: Site‑based, Monday to Friday Eligibility: British Nationals only (due to project security requirements) Clearance: BPSS + SC clearance (processed during onboarding) About the Opportunity Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Sub‑Agent to join a major and highly sensitive infrastructure redevelopment programme within a live Ministry of Defence facility in Plymouth. This role is ideal for a technically strong, organised and proactive individual looking to step up in responsibility, with direct involvement in engineering delivery, team leadership and programme performance. You will support the Agent in coordinating construction activities, managing engineering teams, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with project requirements. Key Responsibilities Project...

Are you a proven Project Manager with extensive experience in engineering design and construction, specifically within highly regulated industries such as nuclear or defence? Are you NEC4 ECC Accredited and have relevant safety credentials like SMSTS and CSCS? If you're motivated by challenging infrastructure projects that play a critical role in national security, and you're seeking an opportunity to lead complex programmes, read on or apply now to be part of a dynamic and impactful environment. The Opportunity This is a unique chance to join a dedicated team working on a high-profile project at a key naval base. You will be involved in ensuring the integrity and operational safety of a crucial nuclear authorised site, with the ability to influence outcomes that directly affect national defence and security. The organisation values innovation, safety, and a proactive approach, making it an attractive employer for professionals seeking to make a meaningful difference while...

Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard Working Hours: 45 hours per week - Full time on site  Employer: Carmichael UK (on behalf of a major tier‑one contractor) Clearance: BPSS Security Clearance required About the Opportunity Carmichael UK is recruiting an experienced BIM Manager to join a major long‑term infrastructure redevelopment project at a secure Royal Navy facility in Plymouth. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most complex and high‑profile engineering programmes, working within an established digital engineering environment and leading a growing BIM function. We’re seeking a proactive, technically strong professional who is passionate about digital construction and capable of driving BIM strategy, innovation and system adoption across a multidisciplinary delivery team. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will be working within a live MOD facility. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include: Leadership & Strategy...

Agent – Major Infrastructure Project (MOD Site) Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard Rate: £430–£490 per day (depending on experience & qualifications) Schedule: Site‑based, Monday to Friday Eligibility: British Nationals only (due to the nature of the works) Clearance: BPSS and SC required (processed during onboarding) About the Opportunity Carmichael UK is recruiting an experienced Agent to join a major high‑security infrastructure redevelopment programme at a Royal Navy facility in Plymouth. This is a significant long‑term project within a live MOD environment, demanding strong technical leadership, compliance focus and exceptional delivery capability. You will be responsible for ensuring that all works within your section of the project are delivered safely, in accordance with specification, on programme and to the required quality — while supporting commercial performance and leading your team effectively. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery &...

Electrician needed in Plymouth We are currently seeking an Approved Electrician for an industrial installation project based in Plymouth. This is a 4–6 week contract with the potential for additional work depending on performance and project requirements. Key Responsibilities: ⦁ Industrial electrical installation works ⦁ Containment (tray, basket, trunking, conduit) ⦁ Cable pulling and terminating ⦁ Installation of distribution boards and switchgear ⦁ Working from technical drawings ⦁ Ensuring all work is completed to current regulations and site standards Requirements: ⦁ Approved Electrician status (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) ⦁ Valid JIB Gold Card (Approved Electrician grade) ⦁ 18th Edition (BS 7671) ⦁ Proven industrial installation experience ⦁ Ability to work independently and as part of a team ⦁ Own tools and PPE If interested, please apply or contact Josh at Interaction Construction - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) INDC

Site / Section Engineer Location: Plymouth Hours: 45 hours per week (07:30 – 17:00) Reporting to: Sub Agent / Agent About the Role We are seeking an experienced Site / Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure redevelopment project within a live MOD environment in Plymouth. This role will support the delivery of technically compliant works to design specification, ensuring construction is carried out safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will take responsibility for setting out, quality assurance, dimensional control, and providing engineering support to overcome technical challenges on site. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required (process can take up to 8 weeks). Eligibility criteria: Candidates must: Hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country Have resided in the UK for the past 5 years Key Responsibilities Preparation and management of as-built drawings Establish and...

Senior/Principal EC&I Engineer Location: Plymouth (Hybrid) Contract Length: 12 months Rate: £500 Per Day Inside IR35 Site expectations: 3x a week, on-site We are seeking a Senior/Principal EC&I (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) Engineer to join our Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit, based in Plymouth. This role will primarily focus on managing and ensuring the delivery of site quality through the installation and commissioning of electrical activities at the submarine refit complex. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support, managing inspections, and ensuring that contractors adhere to project specifications and timelines. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the effective delivery of site quality by managing and supporting the installation and commissioning processes for electrical works in the submarine refit complex. Provide expert advice to the construction and project teams, communicating effectively with contractors and...

Assistant Survey Manager Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard - 5 days on site  Hours: 42.5 per week (08:00–17:00) Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Assistant Survey Manager to join a major long-term redevelopment project at Devonport Docks in Plymouth. This role is to manage the day to day survey works on site.  This role will support the Survey Manager in leading site surveying operations, maintaining high-quality data standards, and ensuring compliance with stringent QA/QC and QC1 procedures. You will play a key role in coordinating survey activities across multiple construction areas while helping to manage and develop a growing team of surveyors and technicians. Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. This process can take up to 8 weeks. Applicants must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. Key Responsibilities Support the Survey...

Carmichael UK are seeking a competent Section Engineer to join a major project in Plymouth on a long term basis.  Due to the site being a high Security base, additional security checks will need to be made – BPSS level of security clearance is required. These checks can take up to 4-6 weeks to process. Only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK residence for the last 5 years can be considered for this role. As a Section Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:  Manage in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’. Establishing effective systems to record work completed updating the Project Quality Plan accordingly. To manage in managing systems to enable the progress of work to be reviewed against time, quality, dimensions and quantity. Assist in the recording and testing of workmanship and materials, i.e., drainage, concrete, piling, brickwork etc. Provides engineering support to ensure technical problems are overcome...

CSCS Labourer - Plymouth - Rate £16.00 per hour We are currently in search for CSCS labourers for a social housing Development in Plymouth, for a national Contractor. Main Duties -to assist in heavy lifting of materials, site tidying, and other general labouring duties required. CSCS, asbestos awareness ideally & Full PPE to be considered for this position. If you are interested in this Vacancy then please contact Simon on (phone number removed) and Email CV through to (url removed)

Konnect are looking for a freelance setting out engineer for a 6 month project in Plymouth. This is for a groundworks/remediation company, work is likely to include: * Establishing site control points and benchmarks * Setting out excavation areas, pile locations, drainage runs, foundations and slabs * Marking reduced levels (RLs), cut & fill areas and formation levels * Setting out kerb lines, roads and service routes * Checking grid lines and boundaries Key info: * Kit not required * Previous experience on a similar project would be essential * Must have available reference Salary: £310/320p/d Duration: 6 months If you are interested please send a CV to Lucy using the contact information provided

Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.00 pm (45 hours) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented experienced Sub agent to join our dynamic team delivering the redevelopment project at Devonport, Dockyard. The successful candidate will be working on one of the UK’s most significant defence programmes. As a Sub Agent, you'll be working within the Devonport Dockyard team, supporting them in the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join the Water Retain Barrier...

Hours: Monday to Friday – 08.00 am to 17.00 pm (42.5 hours) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking an experienced BIM Manager who will be a self-starter and possess the drive and knowledge to promote Digital Construction Technologies across the project. Be responsible for leading the Build Information Modelling team. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK...

Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.00 pm (42.5 hours) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking an experienced Agent to manage the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project (or section) safely, on time and to the required quality. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Further SC security clearance will be required which...

Role: Resident Electrical Engineer Location: Devonport, Plymouth Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella The purpose: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction works in the submarine refit complex. Primary focus will be Electrical activity. You will be accountable to the Lead Construction Manager for day to day planning matters. You will assist the construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues/ Technical Queries during construction in line with contract timescales. You will ensure the contractor adheres to the Scope of works and Change requests. You will undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and integrated test plans. The post operates as part of the Major Infrastructure Projects Business Unit. Roles& responsibilities: Ensure the...

Now Available: Class 1 Coded Welders - Plymouth 🚨 Location: Plymouth Rate: £35 per hour We are seeking skilled Class 1 Coded Welders to join a dynamic team in Plymouth. If you have experience in structural, marine, and heavy industry, this is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise and work on exciting projects in the new year. Key Requirements: Class 1 Welding Certification (mandatory) Proven experience in structural, marine, and heavy industry welding Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications Strong focus on quality, safety, and precision Excellent teamwork and communication skills What We Offer: Competitive pay at £35 per hour Opportunities to work on varied and challenging projects Friendly, professional working environment Immediate start for the right candidates If you are a Class 1 Coded Welder looking for your next challenge in Plymouth, we want to hear from you! Apply today and kick off the new year with an exciting new...

Job title: 4 x Electricians Start Date: ASAP End date: 8 weeks with potential to extend Working hours: 7.30am -5pm to help assist with installation work and candidates must have up to date certs. Bracketry & Containment Assisting with 1st Fix Wiring SWA Cabling Assisting with 2nd Fix Installing Luminaires Assisting with Testing 18 editions with Gold card Please call on (phone number removed) RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Job Title: Labourers – Outdoor Project (Near Plymouth) Location: Near Plymouth, Devon Pay Rate: £13 – £17 per hour Duration: Approx. until March 2026 Job Description: Morva Recruitment are looking for 4 experienced Labourers to join a large outdoor construction project based near Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals to secure steady work for around 6 weeks. Requirements: * Previous experience in the construction sector is essential * Own transport required due to rural site location * Ability to work well as part of a team What’s on Offer: * Competitive pay: £13ph – £17ph (depending on experience) * Long-term opportunity with consistent hours * Supportive site team and working environment How to Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity, please get in touch with Morva Recruitment today for more information

Groundworker required for a job in Ivybridge, near Plymouth. Installing drainage and manholes on a construction project as well as general groundwork duties. A Forward tipping dumper ticket is useful. This will suit an experienced groundworker

Cherry Picker Operator (3B) – Residential Site Location: Residential building site (local area) Duration: 3 days Pay Rate: £17–£19 per hour (depending on experience and certification) Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Cherry Picker Operator (3B) to support works on a residential construction site. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating a 3B MEWP to assist with external and internal access tasks, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in line with site safety standards. Key Responsibilities Operate a 3B cherry picker safely and competently Assist trades with access to elevated work areas Conduct daily equipment checks and report any faults Follow site health & safety procedures at all times Work closely with site supervisor and other operatives Requirements Valid IPAF 3B licence (or equivalent) Previous experience operating cherry pickers on construction sites Strong awareness of health & safety practices PPE (hard hat,...