12 construction jobs found in Pontefract

Site Manager – Freelance Pontefract £250-£280 per day 10th August 2026 4 Weeks We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the successful delivery of a 4-week refurbishment project on a school in Pontefract. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing site operations, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Overseeing mainly interna refurbishment works packages Coordinate multiple subcontractors, suppliers and site teams Ensure strict adherence to health & safety regulations and company procedures Manage programme delivery and monitor progress against project timelines Maintain high quality standards and ensure compliance with specifications Conduct site meetings, toolbox talks and progress reporting Requirements Proven experience as a Site Manager ideally with education experience Strong knowledge of construction processes and site management Excellent leadership and...

Freelance Site Manager Location: Pontefract, West Yorkshire Duration: 3/4 Months Start Date: August 6th 2026 Project: It is a small scheme providing new structural support to an existing retaining wall - in Pontefract Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate multiple subcontractors including piling, groundworks, steelwork and brickwork. * Manage permit-to-work systems and ensure all permits are correctly administered. * Review, communicate and enforce RAMS across all site activities. * Monitor and update the construction programme, ensuring key milestones are achieved (Asta Powerproject experience desirable). * Manage site logistics, sequencing of works and access within a constrained live environment. * Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues...

Freelance Site Manager Location: Pontefract, West Yorkshire Duration: 3/4 Months Start Date: August 6th 2026 Project: It is a small scheme providing new structural support to an existing retaining wall We are recruiting for an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a specialist civil engineering and structural project in Pontefract. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate multiple subcontractors including piling, groundworks, steelwork and brickwork. * Manage permit-to-work systems and ensure all permits are correctly administered. * Review, communicate and enforce RAMS across all site activities. * Monitor and update the construction programme, ensuring key milestones are achieved (Asta Powerproject experience desirable). * Manage site...

Labourer Require ASBESTOS AWARENESS & FACE FIT Certification LOCATION: PONTEFRACT WF9 START: MONDAY 20TH JULY PAY RATE: £14.25 PAYE INC HOLIDAY OR £16.89 UMBRELLA DURATION: 4 WEEKS + START/FINISH TIME: 7:30 - 19:00 (Long hours) YOU WILL NEED: A current CSCS Card Asbestos awareness & Face fit Full PPE (INC helmet) An understanding of Health & Safety Be able to provide references from relevant previous work Right to work in the UK We have lots of work and strong relationships with major players in the market. You will be paid weekly on a Friday. If you do well in this role, we will try and keep you in work. FOR MORE INFO. Apply now or contact Joe @Search on (phone number removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Freelance Site Manager – Distribution Centre - 10 week small fit out / M&E upgrades Location: Methley – LS26 Start Date: 27th July Project: 10 weeks remaining Hours: split shifts - 5.30am to 3.30pm / 7.30am – 5.30pm Job Profile We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join our client who are main contractor that turnover circa £150m. They have been allocated a national roll out in the region of £50m’s worth of Small / Medium Distribution centre refurbishments for their client, a world leading brand. The scope of works vary across all schemes and are from £3m to £8m a piece. This particular project is in Methley and has 10 week remaining on site, It is a £3.2m scheme where there are internal infrastructure works, M&E upgrades, Fire doors, painting / Decorating. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, organisational skills, and the ability to deliver the project on time and to a high standard as well as being computer literate Key...

Laboratory Technician Working for an international manufacturing company based in LS25 working within the construction industry. The role involves conducting routine sampling and testing to determind product quality, mantain the laboratory function on a day to day basis whilst sustaining laboratory safety performance. You will also be required to liaise with Performance teams to support investigations/improvement project actvities. The successful candiate will have minimum A level qualifications or relevant industry experience with a background in fast paced continuous manufacturing. Excellent communication skills and the ability to contribute to site safety. Experience of lab environment and ISO 900 training is desirable. The salary is to be confirmed and this role is long term temporary

Senior Structural Engineer We're looking for an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to join a collaborative Structural Engineering team, working across a diverse range of multidisciplinary projects in West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys a varied and technically challenging workload, combining structural design, technical leadership and project delivery across a broad portfolio of building projects. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects, influence design decisions and work closely with clients, consultants and other engineering disciplines. You'll be involved in projects ranging from minor refurbishment works through to major capital schemes of up to £5 million, covering schools, commercial buildings, leisure facilities, residential properties and historic or listed buildings. Key Responsibilities * Lead the structural design of new-build, refurbishment, extension and alteration projects. * Prepare structural...

Competitive Salary & Benefits* With lots of exciting plans in the pipeline, there's never been a better time to join Avant Homes, let us tell you why… Avant Homes is a housebuilder operating in Scotland, the North East of England, across Yorkshire and the East and West Midlands. We are continuing to strengthen our teams and are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a real contribution. Our mission is to provide affordable homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a product suitable for everyone. Avant Homes are proud to employ local people across our developments and within our regional offices, teamwork is key to everything that we do. If you want to be part of something special, why not start the foundations and build your career with us today? Due to continued success and future business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Liaison Assistant on a 12-month fixed term contract to join our team...

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK distributor of timber, wood-based panels and decorative surface materials. With a long-standing reputation for quality products, excellent customer service and investment in their people, our client supplies businesses across a wide range of industries including construction, manufacturing, shopfitting and furniture production. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced FLT Warehouse Operative / Wood Panel Picker to join their busy warehouse team in Wakefield. Hours: Monday to Friday 2:30pm - 11:59pm Temporary - Permanent Key Responsibilities Operating a Counterbalance FLT to move timber and wood panel products safely around the warehouse. Picking customer orders accurately using pick sheets and warehouse systems. Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently. Handling large sheet materials and timber products. Carrying out stock movements and replenishment. Checking products for quality and reporting...

Temporary PA / Office Manager to the Directors Location: Wakefield (WF1) - Fully Office Based Contract: Temporary - 9 Months Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: Competitive - dependent on experience Our client, a successful and growing construction and housing company, is seeking an experienced PA / Office Manager to provide comprehensive support to the Directors and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied role requiring exceptional organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a proactive approach to supporting senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating diaries, managing communications, organising meetings and events, overseeing office administration, and acting as a key point of contact across the business. Key Responsibilities Providing full PA support to the Directors, including diary management, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, site...

A Engineer - Highways/Civil Engineering Location: Wakefield (Office Based) Job Type: Long-Term Freelance with Potential Temp-to-Perm Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced QA Engineer to join a well-established civil engineering contractor based in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong engineering background in highways, infrastructure, or similar civil engineering projects, looking for a long-term freelance role with the possibility of a permanent position. Responsibilities Carry out regular quality assurance inspections and site compliance checks. Develop, implement, and manage QA processes using digital platforms such as Procore. Review and process As-Built drawings and project documentation. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with Project Management Plans and quality standards. Monitor and manage subcontractor quality performance and compliance. Maintain accurate QA records and support continuous improvement across...

Spencer Clarke Group are assisting a Local Authority in the appointment of an experienced Leaving Care Specialist (Personal Advisor) to join their Leaving Care Team in Wakefield! As a Leaving Care Specialist you will be expected to effectively support young people who are "Looked After" (in care) or have recently left care in the important component parts that make up their individual lives in order to maximise their life opportunities and help them reach their full potential. Key responsibilities will include the following: To facilitate, directly and indirectly the assessment of need and engaging with the ongoing monitoring and reassessment of need over time. Provide practical, personal and emotional support to children and young people in order to meet assessed needs and promote their health, physical emotional development and wellbeing. Support and advise young people leaving care in key areas including health, benefits, education, training, employment, accommodation/housing...