93 construction jobs found in Sunderland

Job Title: Construction Manager – EHV Cable Installation Location: Teesside (site-based from June/July 2026) Contract Type: Contract (Day Rate) Rate: £400–£500 per day (dependent on experience) Duration: June/July 2026 – August 2027 (with pre-mobilisation remote working) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major EHV underground cabling project in Teesside. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing site operations, subcontractors, and direct labour to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution. Key Responsibilities * Oversee day-to-day site operations for EHV cable installation works * Manage cable pulling subcontractors and jointing teams * Supervise site teams and direct labour, ensuring productivity and compliance * Report progress, issues, and performance to senior project leadership * Ensure all works are delivered in line with programme, safety, and quality standards * Produce and...

CSCS bricklayers required for busy commercial project based Sunderland area. Immediate start available. Duties will include brick and block work. Successful candidate will hold valid CSCS card and be able to provide recent work references. For further details call Sam CDM Recruitment. CDM Recruitment are an equal opportunities employer

Job Title: Joiner Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear (Commutable from Washington, Durham, Newcastle, and South Shields) Salary / Rate: £25.00 per hour (CIS) Job Type: Full-time, Contract, Subcontract Duration: Ongoing, Long-Term (Continuous Pipeline) About the Role: We are an established contractor looking to expand our site team by recruiting a reliable, highly skilled Joiner for projects based in and around the Sunderland area. We have secured a strong, continuous pipeline of work across both high-spec residential developments and commercial refits. This is a genuine opportunity for regular, long-term subcontract work with steady hours and excellent job security. If you are a hardworking tradesman who takes pride in a flawless finish, we want you on our team. Key Responsibilities & Duties: We are looking for an all-rounder who is confident tackling both structural work and high-end finishing. Your day-to-day duties will include: First Fix Joinery: Installing...

Freelance Administrator  Location: Sunderland (Office Based) Job Type: Freelance  Hours: Full time Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience We are a growing social housing contractor based in Sunderland, delivering high-quality maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance services to housing providers across the region. We are looking for a reliable and organised Freelance Administrator to support our day-to-day operations. About the Role This is a varied administrative position that plays a key role in keeping our projects running smoothly. You'll be responsible for supporting the office with general administration, coordinating documentation, and ensuring excellent communication between clients, operatives, and management. Key Responsibilities General office administration and filing. Answering telephone calls and responding to emails. Scheduling appointments and coordinating works. Updating internal systems and maintaining accurate records. Processing purchase...

Freelance Administrator  Location: Sunderland (Office Based) Job Type: Freelance  Hours: Full time Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience We are a growing social housing contractor based in Sunderland, delivering high-quality maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance services to housing providers across the region. We are looking for a reliable and organised Freelance Administrator to support our day-to-day operations. About the Role This is a varied administrative position that plays a key role in keeping our projects running smoothly. You'll be responsible for supporting the office with general administration, coordinating documentation, and ensuring excellent communication between clients, operatives, and management. Key Responsibilities General office administration and filing. Answering telephone calls and responding to emails. Scheduling appointments and coordinating works. Updating internal systems and maintaining accurate records. Processing purchase...

Freelance Administrator  Location: Sunderland (Office Based) Job Type: Freelance  Hours: Full time Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience We are a growing social housing contractor based in Sunderland, delivering high-quality maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance services to housing providers across the region. We are looking for a reliable and organised Freelance Administrator to support our day-to-day operations. About the Role This is a varied administrative position that plays a key role in keeping our projects running smoothly. You'll be responsible for supporting the office with general administration, coordinating documentation, and ensuring excellent communication between clients, operatives, and management. Key Responsibilities General office administration and filing. Answering telephone calls and responding to emails. Scheduling appointments and coordinating works. Updating internal systems and maintaining accurate records. Processing purchase...

We are currently looking for experienced Groundworkers to join a site in Sunderland. Key Responsibilities: * Keeping the site clean and tidy at all times * Maintaining all health and safety standards * Dig trenches and installing drains Requirements: * Previous groundworker experience preferred * Good understanding of site safety procedures * Reliable, hardworking, and physically fit * Must have a CSCS card * Ability to work well as part of a team Immediate start available for the right candidates

Carpenter 2 days Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE38 £25 p/hour / 8 Hours p/day + Immediate start Zeal recruitment are looking for a Carpenter for 5 days in Washington, Newcastle Upon Tyne This will be working on a warehouse refurbishment and is for an immediate start The Carpenter duties will be: • To install a 60sqm roof deck into a factory, fascia and OSB to internal walls (9x2 joist and 22m chip board deck) The Carpenter will need to have: • Proven experience working on similar projects • References • Blue/Gold CSCS • Own tools and transport Please apply for this role as Carpenter, if you are available for an immediate start or your role is coming to an end. Please send your CV to (url removed) or call the office on (phone number removed). Zeal Recruitment are acting as an Employment Agency of behalf of the client, we offer both temporary and permanent placements to clients within the Construction industry to include, M&E, Building Services, Construction of onsite and...

Document Controller Location: South Tyneside Salary: Circa £35,000 Employment Type: Full Time I am recruiting on behlf of my client for a Document Controller to join an established engineering and construction business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation operating within a technical project environment, supporting the delivery of complex engineering and construction projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project documentation, maintaining document control systems, and ensuring information is accurate, compliant, and delivered efficiently across project teams. The Role Key responsibilities will include: * Managing incoming and outgoing project documentation * Maintaining document registers, version control, and document traceability * Ensuring documentation is accurately filed, stored, and accessible * Supporting project teams with document submissions and information flow * Monitoring deadlines...

Job:Title Soft Floor Layer / Flooring Installer Location: Hebburn, Tyne and Wear (Commutable from Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, and South Shields) Salary / Rate: £25.00 per hour (CIS) Job Type: Full-time, Contract, Subcontract Duration: Ongoing, Long-Term (Continuous Pipeline) About the Company & Role: We are a well-established flooring contractor experiencing a period of sustained growth. As a result, we are looking to expand our team of reliable subcontractors by recruiting experienced and highly skilled Soft Floor Layers for projects based in and around the Hebburn area. Unlike short-term agency roles, we have a secured, continuous pipeline of both high-end domestic and commercial projects. This means we can offer genuine, long-term, ongoing work with consistent hours and no gaps between contracts for the right tradespeople. If you take pride in your craftsmanship and want stable, well-paid work in the North East, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities...

Labourer Location: Hebburn, South Tyneside Agency: Search Consultancy (Construction & Trades Division) Payment Options: £12.71 per hour (PAYE) OR £16.71 per hour (Umbrella) Start Date: Immediate Position Type: Full-Time Contract Duration: Ongoing work The Opportunity Search Consultancy's Construction and Trades Division is currently partnering with a premier contractor to recruit a hardworking, reliable Construction Labourer for a live development based in Hebburn. This contract offers an immediate start and a consistent run of local work. The project demands an operative who is physically fit, dependable, and ready to assist various trades on-site to keep production moving smoothly. For a motivated local labourer, this position provides excellent stability, reliable weekly pay, and an opportunity to work with a major regional contractor. Flexible Remuneration Options Please note that this position is paid strictly on a PAYE or Umbrella basis only (No CIS available)....

Electrician required for 3 days work in Shiremoor, working on a construction site starting Monday 6th July Role is to change and refit a panel on a distribution box 10 hours per day, rate is negotiable. Requirements for this role: 17th or 18th Edition Valid CSCS card References to validate previous experienceTo apply for this role you must be able to provide the following: Picture of either passport OR birth certificate and NI number 2 working references to validate previous experience working within a similar role Valid certificates and qualificationsPlease apply online for this vacancy or call Louise on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)

Joiner - Immediate Start | Pelton, Chester Le Street Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour We're currently looking for an experienced Joiner for an immediate start on a domestic refurbishment project in Pelton. Job Details: Start: ASAP Duration: Minimum 4 weeks Hours: 39 hours per weekDuties Include: Hanging internal doors Fitting skirting boards Installing architraves Building and fitting cupboards General internal finishing workRequirements: Proven experience in domestic joinery Valid CSCS Card (essential) Manual Handling Certificate Working at Height Certificate Asbestos Awareness Certificate Face Fit Certificate (can be provided if required) Own tools and PPE Ability to start immediatelyCall Brandon on (phone number removed) for more information or to apply

Finisher Our client is looking for a Finisher to join a residential project in Wallsend (NE28) The contract is for 4 WEEKS DURATION for a building and construction com[pany in Wallsend to start IMMEDIATELY Responsibilities Include: Complete snagging lists Painting, filling, touch ups & siliconing Working hours being 8am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Can pay PAYE, Umbrella or CIS Pay Rate £16.25 - £19 DURATION OF WORK IS 4 WEEKS Requirements for the Role: A valid CSCS card Previous experience working as a finisher on residential units Own Tools and PPE - high viz vest, hard hat and steel capped boots Right to work documents 2 References to validate previous work in a similar role If interested in the position please apply or contact Katherine on (phone number removed) for more information

Approved Electrician Location: Team Valley, Gateshead Rate: £25.00 - £26.00 per hour (CIS) Start Date: Monday 13th July 2026 Duration: 4 - 6 Weeks Hours: 38 hours per week Position Overview: We are currently recruiting for an experienced, time-served Approved Electrician to carry out installation works on an industrial new build unit located in Team Valley, Gateshead. This is a professional, clean contract running for approximately 4 to 6 weeks, offering a guaranteed 38-hour week. We require a reliable sub-contractor with strong industrial experience who can hit the ground running and work cleanly from schematic drawings. Key Responsibilities: Containment & Management: High-spec installation of heavy-duty metal cable tray, ladder racking, basket, and conduit systems. Mains Distribution: Pulling, dressing, and terminating heavy-gauge armoured cables (SWA) into main distribution boards and three-phase panels. Power & High-Bay Lighting: Installing industrial busbar...

The Role We are looking for an experienced Painting Site Manager to oversee painting and decorating projects across Gateshead, Middlesbrough, and the surrounding areas. This is a mobile role, requiring travel between multiple sites, with a company van and fuel card provided. Requirements * Previous painting and decorating experience or strong industry knowledge * Valid SMSTS certificate * Valid CSCS card * First Aid certification * Manual Handling certificate * Asbestos Awareness certificate * Working at Height certification * Excellent organisational and communication skills * Ability to manage multiple sites while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to a high standard What's on Offer * Ongoing temporary position * Company van and fuel card provided * Immediate start available * Salary negotiable – tell us your expectations If you're an experienced Painting Site Manager looking for your next opportunity and are available...

Cscs Labourer Needed! 10 days work straight . Plenty of hours meaning plenty of Money to be earned! Starting on the Saturday . Long hours Contact Bobby on (phone number removed)

We are currently looking for an experienced Joiner to join our team on a site in Newcastle. Duties Will Include: * Creating, installing, and repairing wooden frames * Fitting doors, windows, and shelving * Reading and understanding blueprints and technical drawings * Maintaining high health & safety standards on site Requirements: * Proven experience as a Joiner * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Good attention to detail * Valid CSCS card Immediate start available for the right candidate

We are currently looking for an experienced 360 Operators to join our team on a site in Newcastle. Duties Will Include: * Creating trenches for utility pipes * Break down concrete and other surfaces * Remove vegetation, trees, and debris to prepare sites for building * Maintaining high health & safety standards on site Requirements: * Proven experience as a 360 Operative * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Good attention to detail * Valid CSCS card Immediate start available for the right candidate

TSR are looking for a Traffic Marshall Gateman to start work on a busy construction site in the Newcastle area ASAP. Key Responsibilities: Direct vehicles and plant equipment safely around the site. Maintain site access control, logging in/out all vehicles and visitors. Ensure delivery vehicles are safely guided onto and off-site. Communicate with site operatives and delivery drivers to coordinate movement. Monitor and manage the flow of traffic to prevent congestion and accidents. Conduct basic security checks and ensure unauthorized access is prevented. Follow health and safety procedures at all times. Keep the gate and surrounding area clean and clear of hazards. Hourly rate: £16.00ph Duration: 12 months for the right candidate  Must have: CSCS card Traffic Marshall or Vechicle Banksman Certificate Right to Work Previous Traffic Marshall or Vehicle Banksman experience References PPE For more information or to apply, please email your CV/details