105 jobs found in Reading

Quantity Surveyor Location: Reading (5 days onsite) Reports to: Commercial Director Rate: £350-£420 per day We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial delivery of fit-out projects, ensuring effective cost management, value for money, and high-quality project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Review contract documents, bills of quantities, and tender submissions. Manage project costs, valuations, subcontractor accounts, and invoicing. Identify and manage commercial risks and contractual claims. Monitor project progress and prepare commercial reports. Re-measure projects against estimated bills of quantities. Support procurement and cost control throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure compliance with relevant building contracts and health & safety regulations. Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal project teams. Requirements Ideally RICS chartered or degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying. 6-10 years' Quantity Surveying experience...

About the role Title – Relief Security Officer Pay Rate – £13.50 Location – Reading Shift Timings – Fully Flexible as per clients requirement You will be working in a well-known retail store, which holds various stock. Officers are responsible for providing safety and security to both staff and visitors alike. What will you get in return? Please note all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with the following amazing benefits being offered upon transfer. Company-funded SIA License renewal. Cycle to work scheme. Smart tech – allowing employees to buy the latest tech, deducted from their salaries monthly at no additional interest. Salary finance loans and monthly advances. Vouchers across various retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Argos, and ASDA, as well as holidays, leisure, fashion, pets, and many more. Save as you earn. Life cover. Private medical cover. Childcare vouchers. Private pensions. Fantastic opportunity...

Painter & Decorator Job – Reading (RG1) | Commercial Painting Work | Immediate Start Painter & Decorator Required – Reading, RG1 We are looking for an experienced Painter & Decorator for an immediate start on a commercial project in Reading (RG1). Job Duties: Making good walls and ceilings Painting walls and ceilings to a high standard Working within a commercial unit Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Requirements: Valid CSCS Card Own tools Own PPE Checkable references Previous commercial painting experience Reliable and available to start immediately Location: Reading, RG1 Job Type: Commercial Painting & Decorating Start Date: Immediate If you are an experienced Painter & Decorator available to work in Reading, RG1, we'd like to hear from you. Call (phone number removed) to apply or discuss the role

Technical Support Officer - Housing Property Services (Contract) Immediate opportunity for an organised, customer-focused administrator to join a busy Housing Property Services team. The Role Contract opportunity for an experienced Technical Support Officer / Housing Administrator to join a busy Housing Property Services / Repairs & Maintenance team. This role focuses on delivering technical administrative support, managing work orders, job tickets, and invoicing, and providing excellent customer service to tenants, contractors, and internal teams across housing, compliance, and engineering services. Key Responsibilities Manage work orders / job tickets / repairs scheduling from receipt to completion Handle customer enquiries, complaints, and service requests via phone and face-to-face Provide administrative support within housing property services and repairs & maintenance Maintain housing databases, records, and documentation (data protection compliant) Process...

HELM. are excited to be recruiting for 4 x Electricians for a contract in Reading. Job Description - 4 months work - MOD Site - Working for a BMS system installer, primarily you will be installing metal work and cable pulling. - £30.00ph - 47.5-hours/week Requirements - ECS - 3 years experience - BPSS Clearance (we can assist with getting this if you don't have it) Payment Info - CIS - Umbrella If you're interested in this position, please call the office on (phone number removed) or apply on Indeed. HELM. are acting as an introductory agent for this contract

HELM. are excited to be recruiting for 4 x Electricians Mates for a contract in Reading. Job Description - 4 months work - MOD Site - Working for a BMS system installer, primarily you will be installing metal work and cable pulling. - £21.00ph - 47.5-hours/week Requirements - ECS - 3 years experience - BPSS Clearance (we can assist with getting this if you don't have it) Payment Info - CIS - Umbrella If you're interested in this position, please call the office on (phone number removed) or apply on Indeed. HELM. are acting as an introductory agent for this contract

Please note this is a temporary sick leave until end of August, working hours are Monday - Friday 8.00-4.30 or 9.00 -5.30pm.  Parking available, offices are in Henley-on-Thames  Due to the nature of the financial services; a background and credit check will be required.  Role Purpose To deliver an exceptional client and visitor experience by providing a professional, welcoming, and efficient reception, switchboard, and meeting room booking service. Key Responsibilities Reception Welcome all visitors, creating a positive and professional first impression Register visitors using the visitor management system and notify hosts promptly Ensure all visitors are directed appropriately within the building Follow procedures to contact alternative representatives if the host is unavailable Arrange taxis and executive travel as required Maintain a clean, organised, and presentable reception area Act as a point of contact for general enquiries from staff and visitors Monitor and manage the...

Network Security Engineer (SC Cleared) UK Remote + Occasional Travel 6 Month Contract £380/day (Outside IR35) Network Security Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance. Hands-on experience of F5, Zscaler + Palo Alto technologies preferred. 6 Month Contract. Start ASAP in July/August 2026. The vast majority of the work is expected to be remote. However, there may be occasional travel to UK customer sites including - Wokingham, Corsham, Farnborough + Warwick. Working with a global IT Consultancy supporting a leading Telecoms end client: Strong hands-on experience of: F5, Zscaler + Palo Alto IT security technologies, including Firewalls + Network Security. Technical Ownership of Customer Security infrastructure estate, processes, procedures, documentation + life cycle management. Acting as technical point of contact + escalation for Security related changes, modifications + projects for firewall rule bases. Providing technical support, Change management, for hard...

Painter & Decorator Wanted - Reading We are looking for an experienced and reliable Painter & Decorator to join our team for projects in and around Reading. Responsibilities: Preparing surfaces for painting and decorating Applying paint, varnish, wallpaper, and other finishes to a high standard Filling, sanding, and repairing walls and woodwork Ensuring work areas are kept clean and tidy Following health and safety procedures Working independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlinesRequirements: Previous experience as a Painter & Decorator Own tools and PPE Excellent attention to detail Reliable, punctual, and professional CSCS card preferred (if required for site work) Full UK driving licence beneficial but not essentialWhat We Offer: Competitive rates of pay Immediate start available Ongoing work for the right candidate Weekly payIf you take pride in delivering high-quality finishes and are looking for your next opportunity in Reading, we'd love to...

Cost Controller - AWE Project Location: Aldermaston (2 days per week onsite) Contract: 14 months IR35: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join a high-profile project supporting AWE. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and proactive professional with a strong background in cost engineering or finance to work within a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Monitor, analyse and control project costs. Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and financial analysis. Work closely with project teams and stakeholders to ensure effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle. Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities. Provide clear financial insights to aid project decision-making. Maintain accurate project cost records and reporting documentation. Essential Requirements Active SC Clearance. Sole UK National. Strong background in Cost Engineering or...

Elec Supervisor : I am looking for a off the tools supervisor for a commercial project in Reading. Looking after a team of around 15-20 men you will be tasked with pushing along the labour to hit targets and manage the health and safety and deal with the main builder. You will need previous experience and to hold a JIB and a SSSTS card or a SMSTS CARD. If interested please apply with cv and follow up with a call to Gary at Fusion People Segensworth office. --- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website

Labourer Wanted - Reading We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Labourer to join our team on a construction site in Reading. Responsibilities: Assisting tradespeople on site Loading and unloading materials Keeping the site clean, tidy, and safe Moving equipment and supplies Following health and safety procedures Carrying out general labouring duties as requiredRequirements: Valid CSCS card (preferred/essential if applicable) Previous construction site experience is an advantage Good work ethic and punctuality Ability to work as part of a team Own PPE (hard hat, high-vis vest, safety boots)What We Offer: Competitive hourly pay Immediate start available Ongoing work for the right candidate Weekly payIf you're dependable, motivated, and ready to start work in Reading, we'd love to hear from you

LRL are currently recruiting for Electricians to work on a project in Reading. We have an immediate opportunity on a long-term commercial project in Reading. Scope of Work: * Office Blocks * Lighting & small power * Cable terminations * Containment installations Hours: * 10 hour days, Monday to Friday * Saturday work available - paid @ x1.5 Rates: * Basic Rates: Electricians £30ph * Lodge allowance available if required Requirements: * JIB Gold Card (Electricians) * Commercial / Industrial experience essential * DBS check * BPSS form (we can support through this process) If you're interested or know someone who might be, please get in touch on the details below. Feel free to share (phone number removed)

ITS Construction are looking for 2 x Shuttering Carpenters to work in Reading Stuart (phone number removed) * Parking near site * Need to bring your own tools * experienced in shuttering carpentry Give me a call for more information: Stuart (phone number removed) or Kevin (phone number removed)

Painter Required – Reading – Immediate Start (Monday) We are looking for an experienced Painter to start Monday on a project in Reading. Job Details: 📍 Location: Reading 🏢 Project: Elapsed Properties 📅 Start: Monday ⏳ Duration: 3 weeks 💷 Rate: £20 per hour 💳 Payment: CIS Duties: Surface preparation Filling and making good Painting to a high standard General finishing works Requirements: Previous painting experience Own tools and PPE CSCS card preferred (ideal but not essential) Reliable with a good work ethic If you're available to start on Monday and interested in the role, please get in touch today with your contact details and experience

Compliance and Privacy Specialist 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to £580 per day Reading based - hybrid working - 2-3 days a week onsite Must have current and active SC Clearance to be considered Role Description The Compliance & Privacy Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring that the organisation operates in alignment with regulatory, privacy, and internal compliance requirements. The role is responsible for implementing and maintaining compliant data‑handling practices, supporting the development of robust privacy and compliance frameworks, and partnering with audit, monitoring, and business teams to ensure consistent adherence across the organisation. Acting as a trusted advisor, the analyst helps embed a culture of strong data governance, manages risks associated with personal and sensitive information, and enables the business to operate confidently within legal and regulatory boundaries. Key Accountabilities Accountabilities include (but are not limited...

Information & Knowledge Management Specialist 6-Month Contract - Inside IR35 - up to £580 per day Reading based - hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite Must have active SC Clearance to be considered Role Description: The Information & Knowledge Management Specialist plays a central role in ensuring that the organisation's information, documentation, and knowledge practices are aligned, compliant, and strategically managed. Acting as the primary liaison with the GIGO IKM Lead, the role ensures the client's internal policies remain consistent with external regulatory and defence‑sector requirements. The specialist guides business units on how to structure, manage, and govern information-particularly documents, contracts, and knowledge assets-so that data can be shared, retrieved, and leveraged seamlessly across the enterprise. This role contributes to building a robust information governance ecosystem from the ground up, helping shape world‑class knowledge management...

Contract Electrical Design Engineer | Reading | Outside IR35 | Defence Technology. Technify Talent is partnering with a leading security technology company based in Reading, Berkshire to hire a Contract Electrical Design Engineer to join their team on a 6 month initial contract. This is a hands-on design role with a strong focus on producing high-quality electrical drawings and design documentation for complex, mission-critical systems that help protect lives and reduce civilian threats. What you'll be doing: * Producing electrical schematics, drawings and design documentation using SolidWorks * Creating and maintaining electrical drawings throughout the engineering lifecycle * Supporting electrical system analysis, testing and verification activities * Working closely with mechanical, software and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions * Supporting electrical design activities within a highly regulated engineering environment * Contributing to...

I am currently working alongside a UK's market leading groundworks and RC frame sub - contractor. My client is looking to onboard an engineer to manage the engineering of an ongoing Large RC frame structure for a major project that is being delivered. Site engineer responsibilities: * Setting out and producing As built surveys * Reporting to project engineer * Health and safety compliance to the highest level * QA * Raising design issues * RFI's Site engineer requirements: * Valid CSCS Card * Civil engineering degree * Laptop and AutoCAD * SMSTS or SSSTS - not essential (Desirable). Please apply and one of my team will be in touch

SC Cleared Data Cabling Engineers Reading | Ongoing Project Opportunities Morris Sinclair is recruiting experienced SC Cleared Data Cabling Engineers to support an initial infrastructure project based in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a client that delivers structured cabling and network infrastructure projects across the UK, Europe and Malaysia. While the first assignment is based in Reading, engineers who perform well may be offered opportunities to work on future deployments both nationally and internationally. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality structured cabling installations across commercial and secure environments, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to industry standards. The initial project requires active SC Clearance due to the nature of the site. Essential Requirements Current Active SC Clearance Own vehicle suitable for transporting tools and equipment Own professional data cabling...