145 construction jobs found in Sunderland

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of construction and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will be responsible for cost management, contract administration, procurement, subcontract management, and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered commercially, contractually, and in line with business objectives. The role requires a commercially minded individual with strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working within construction, civil engineering, rail or major infrastructure environments. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management Manage the commercial aspects of allocated projects from tender award through to final account. Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, and profitability. Prepare monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), applications for payment, and financial reports. Manage project cash flow and...

The Role We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major construction and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account. This role will play a key part in ensuring robust commercial governance, managing project costs, mitigating risk, and maximising profitability while supporting successful project delivery. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in pre-construction, cost planning, procurement, subcontract management, and contract administration, with a strong understanding of NEC contracts within civil engineering, infrastructure, or major construction projects. Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Commercial Management Lead commercial input during pre-construction, tender and bid stages. Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates, budgets and commercial appraisals. Review tender documentation, specifications and contract requirements. Identify commercial risks and opportunities...

Job Role: Lead the commercial management of various project elements, managing all costs and income within your area of responsibility. Supervise and mentor a small team of junior commercial staff, supporting their professional development towards industry qualifications. Prepare and analyse tender documents, conduct cost forecasting, and manage contract cost control. Negotiate with subcontractors and manage customer and stakeholder commercial relationships. Use your expertise to support procurement strategies and constructability analyses. Maintain compliance with company governance, embracing LEAN and digital tools. Deliver timely commercial reports and financial reconciliations to senior project staff.Experience Required: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Chartered or working towards chartered status with RICS, ICES, or CIOB (MRCIS/MCInstCES/MCIOB). Valid CSCS card for a Professional Qualified Person. Experience with Cost Reimbursable Contracts, ideally NEC4...

Construction Workers – All Trades Locations: Wakefield | Doncaster | Hull | Stockton-on-Tees Must have prison clearence We are currently recruiting experienced Construction Workers – All Trades for long-term prison refurbishment and upgrade projects across Wakefield, Doncaster, Hull and Stockton-on-Tees. We are looking for: * Joiners * Plasterers * Painters & Decorators * Dryliners * Bricklayers * Tilers * Labourers * Multi-Skilled Operatives * And other skilled trades Duties include: * Refurbishment and upgrade works within prison facilities * Working to a high standard while following strict site procedures * Completing trade-specific tasks safely and efficiently * Working as part of a professional site team What we offer: * Ongoing, long-term work * Competitive hourly rates (DOE) * Immediate starts available * Multiple locations across Yorkshire and the North East Requirements: * Valid CSCS Card * Current Prison Clearance (essential) *...

We Are Zenith are working with a well established construction company who are looking for an experienced Bench Joiner with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience. If you take pride in producing high-quality bespoke joinery we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: * Manufacturing bespoke joinery items from detailed drawings and specifications * Using a variety of joinery machinery, hand tools, and power tools * Assembling, sanding, and finishing components to a high standard * Working with materials such as hardwood, softwood, MDF, and veneers * Ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and quality throughout the production process * Collaborating with colleagues and maintaining a clean, safe workshop environment Skills & Experience: * Proven experience as a Bench Joiner (workshop-based joinery) * Strong understanding of joinery techniques and woodworking principles * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings * Competent in operating...

Estate Operatives required to work with a leading housing association's maintenance division covering the Sunderland and Houghton-Le-Spring regions You will work as part of a two person team and will be allocated a vehicle to use for each working day. The role: Deliver a high-quality estate service, responding effectively to customer needs Grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, strimming, weed control, pruning, leaf clearance and litter removal Ensure works meet required technical and quality standards Work closely with the Estate Supervisor to maintain service quality Promote teamwork, inclusion and positive working relationships Contribute to continuous improvement across the service Pay rate: £16.78 P/H - paid weekly. Location: Sunderland + Houghton-Le-Spring Hours: 37 hours per week. 7:30am - 16:00pm Monday - Friday. Requirements: 3/5 years grounds maintenance experience Able to work well in a team Able to safely use mechanical gardening...

Job Opportunity: Fire Stopper Location: Sunderland & surrounding Wearside areas Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour (CIS) Hours: 40+ hours per week (Monday - Friday) Duration: Long-term, multi-phase project The Opportunity Are you a specialist Passive Fire Protection Operative looking for long-term security, premium rates, and a reliable pipeline of local work? Search Consultancy has been exclusively appointed to recruit a highly skilled Fire Stopper for a major commercial construction project in Sunderland. This is not a short-term cover role-it is a long-term position focusing on high-level passive fire protection across structural rafters, roof voids, and elevated compartment boundaries. If you hold the necessary tickets to work safely at height and in restricted areas, this role offers an ideal balance of top-tier pay (£25.00/hr CIS), guaranteed weekly hours, and an organised, safety-conscious site team. Your Role & Responsibilities Working on a high-value development...

Estate Operatives required to work with a leading housing association's maintenance division covering the Sunderland and Houghton-Le-Spring regions You will work as part of a two person team and will be allocated a vehicle to use for each working day. The role: Deliver a high-quality estate service, responding effectively to customer needs Grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, strimming, weed control, pruning, leaf clearance and litter removal Ensure works meet required technical and quality standards Work closely with the Estate Supervisor to maintain service quality Promote teamwork, inclusion and positive working relationships Contribute to continuous improvement across the service Pay rate: £16.78 P/H - paid weekly. Location: Sunderland + Houghton-Le-Spring Hours: 37 hours per week. 7:30am - 16:00pm Monday - Friday. Requirements: 3/5 years grounds maintenance experience Able to work well in a team Able to safely use mechanical gardening...

Logical Personnel Solutions are looking for a Site Manager to work on a roofing project in Newbottle, DH4. You must have: * Black CSCS * SMSTS * Enhanced DBS Check * First Aid * Fire Warden * Manual Handling * Asbestos Awareness * Working at Height The right candidate will be due to start on 3rd August 2026 and the job is due to last approx. 1 week. The rate is £270.00 a day. If you are available and interested, please send your CV straight away

CSCS Painter & Decorator Location: South Shields & surrounding areas Pay Rate: £21.00 per hour (CIS) Duration: Ongoing work The Opportunity Search Consultancy is looking for a qualified Painter & Decorator for an ongoing contract based in South Shields. We are partnering with an established regional contractor on a site that requires consistent quality and efficient preparation and finishing work. This is an ideal role if you are looking to secure steady, long-term employment on a local project with a solid CIS rate and dependable weekly payments. Your Role & Responsibilities Working on a well-organized site in South Shields, your daily duties will include: Surface Preparation: Sanding, scraping, filling, and priming wood, plaster, and metal surfaces to ensure a smooth, clean base. Internal Painting: Applying high-quality undercoats, emulsions, gloss, and eggshell finishes across walls, ceilings, skirtings, and doors. Neat Execution: Delivering precise...

Trevella Jobs are currently recruiting for CSCS Skilled Joiner's to start Wednesday 22nd July with our social housing partner working within the South Tyneside Area. 37 hours per week Monday to Friday PAYE rate Only Ongoing until at least March 2027 Ideal candidate will hold: Minimum of NVQ L2 in Joinery Skilled CSCS Card Full UK Driving Licence Tools & PPE Duties will include carrying out projects such as: General 1st & 2nd Fix in domestic NEW BUILD homes If you are available, please submit your CV and a member of the team will give you a call

Our social housing partner are actively recruiting for a Groundworker to work on domestic properties within the South Tyneside region. PAYE Only 37 hours per week Monday to Friday Ongoing contract 8 months + What you'll need to succeed * CSCS card * Full UK Driving Licence (no more then 6 points) * 360 Excavator below 10 Ton – CPCS or NPORS (preferred but not essential) * Experience of working on trench boxes, pin kerbs, banking, plant concrete works but nothing specialised. * Experience of small drainage (No more than 2.5 Metres) * Proven record of being reliable. What you'll get in return * Weekly payment * Competitive pay rates For further information please contact us to discuss

Job Opportunity: Plumber Location: Hebburn, South Tyneside Pay Rate: £24.00 per hour (CIS) Duration: Ongoing work The Opportunity Search Consultancy is recruiting a skilled and reliable Plumber for an ongoing contract based in Hebburn. Working on a major regional development, this position offers consistent, long-term hours for a time-served operative looking for continuous work close to home. If you have a strong background in commercial or domestic 1st and 2nd fix plumbing, hold a valid Blue or Gold CSCS card, and want a secure £24.00/hr CIS pipeline of work on Wearside/South Tyneside, we'd love to hear from you. Your Role & Responsibilities Working on site in Hebburn, you will be delivering clean, reliable plumbing installs strictly to site specifications: 1st Fix Plumbing: Running copper pipework, plastic pressure pipe, and soil/vent stacks across timber and masonry structures. 2nd Fix Fit-Out: Installing sanitary ware, sinks, toilets, thermostatic showers,...

Bricklayer / Bricklayer's Mate 📍 Location: Hebburn 💷 Pay: £23.00 per hour ⏰ Hours: 39 hours per week 📅 Start: As soon as possible We're currently recruiting for an experienced Bricklayer or Bricklayer's Mate to join a team carrying out repair and replacement works on domestic properties in Hebburn. Duties will include: Brick repair and replacement works Repointing and general brickwork repairs Carrying out repairs to occupied and void domestic properties Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard Working safely and efficiently on siteRequirements: Valid CSCS Card Own tools Previous experience in brickwork repairs and maintenance Own transport preferred Reliable with a strong work ethicThis is a great opportunity to secure work with an established contractor, offering an immediate start and competitive hourly rate. Interested? Call Brandon on (phone number removed) or apply today

Rullion require a JIB Electrician with a valid JIB card to work on a commercial project in Hebburn. Final fixing work, this job is coming to an end however an opportunity to move to their new job in South Shields after this one which runs until Summer 2027. Longterm work for the right candidate. Working 37.5 hours at the moment £24 per hour 1st 37.5 Hours - CIS Rates £36 midweek overtime Immediate Starts INDBC-LP Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants

Painter & Decorator Required - Immediate Start 🎨 We are currently looking for an experienced Painter & Decorator to join our team on a 7-week project working on a care home. Job Role: The successful candidate will be carrying out all aspects of internal painting and decorating to a high standard within a care home environment. Applicants must be reliable, take pride in their work, and be able to work efficiently while maintaining a clean and safe working area. Job Details: 📅 Duration: 7 weeks 🏥 Project: Care Home 📍 Immediate start available 🕖 Working hours: 7:00am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) 🎨 Duties include preparation, filling, sanding, painting, and finishing work to a high standard.Requirements: ✅ Blue CSCS Card (essential) 🎨 Proven experience as a Painter & Decorator 🛠️ Own tools and PPE ✔️ Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team 👌 High attention to detail and quality workmanshipThis is a great opportunity to secure 7 weeks of...

Health & Safety Advisor – Falkland Islands Fixed-Term Contract | Circa Nine Months | Falkland Islands and Gateshead Highly Competitive Salary, £70 Daily Subsistence, Accommodation and Flights Provided Are you an experienced Health & Safety Advisor looking for an opportunity that offers something genuinely different? An established and growing civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Health & Safety Advisor on a contract or fixed-term basis for an anticipated period of approximately nine months. The successful candidate will support the delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects in the Falkland Islands, working within technically demanding, exposed and operational environments. The contractor delivers complex projects involving heavy civil engineering, reinforced concrete, structural works and the construction and maintenance of essential infrastructure. Projects can involve challenging weather conditions, sensitive environments, remote...

Required: Electricians Start date: Monday 27th July 2026 Location: Gateshead (NE10) Duration: 4 weeks Pay Rate: £27.00p/hr CIS Site Hours: Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm) Paid 9 hour day Duties: Commercial - Containment, lighting, wiring etc Parking : Free parking on site Qualifications: a valid JIB/ECS Card 👉 Apply Now via this advert or call our Bristol team on (phone number removed). Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd? Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment - from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers. Whether you're looking for your next role or seeking skilled labour & staff to support your project, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to meet your needs. Compliant | Integrity...

We are looking for a commercial plumber for a refurbishment project ASAP Parking on site Work is between two sites in Newcastle and Sedgefield 11.5 hrs paid a day Early finish on Fridays 1st and 2nd fix Contact Steve for an immediate start

We have a really exciting opportunity we have going for an award winning local authority in the Killingworth region. Our client is a highly reputable council with a proven track record for investing in hard-workers looking for long runs of work. The job would be carrying out planned works across void domestic properties which would involve repairing architraves, skirting installation, hanging doors, etc. as part of an award winning maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced carpenters looking to get in with a council which guarantees consistent work and valuable experience. Our client can guarantee a long run of work so we'd be really excited to speak to experienced joiners looking for an dependable job. Pay Rate: £19.00 P/H + (Umbrella) Hours: 37 per week - 08:00AM - 16:00PM Length: 3 Months Depot Location: NE12 Requirements - Minimum NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in Joinery/Carpentry - Full UK Driving Licence - Proven track record...