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7 Top Construction Firms Hiring Now (And You Don’t Even Need to Be A Builder!)

Glassdoor Team
Glassdoor Team | Author & Career Expert at Glassdoor | 23 May 2017
Tired of not being considered at the likes of Apple, Google, Facebook or M&C Saatchi? The reality is, not everyone is built to work in tech, at a trendy design agency or a global PR firm. There are thousands of excellent jobs at high profile companies searching for candidates like you right now. So, we’ve identified seven huge construction companies with a plethora of jobs hiring across all skill levels for you. Guess what, you don't even need to be a Builder to apply!
Hiring For: Health & Safety Advisor, Project Manager, Incident Support Unit Operative, Quantity Surveyor, Site Engineer, Data Protection Officer and many more
What Employees Say: “Good training provided, plenty of opportunities to expand your skills and career. Good benefits such as pension, company car, cycle to work scheme etc.” – Former Employee
Hiring For: Heating Surveyor, Learning and Development Advisor, Site Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Mobile Combustion Engineer, Maintenance Electrical Engineer and many more
What Employees Say: “Large company with great culture and good progression. Thoroughly recommended - whether that's for Construction, FM or Asset Management.” – Former Employee
Hiring For: Special Works Manager, SHE Advisor, Senior Design Manager, Senior Project Manager, Site Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor, Accounts Clerk and more
What Employees Say: “Flexible employer working in a wide range of sectors and markets. Opportunities for training, development and progression are good but need to be employee driven. Strong focus on its people with good working conditions and great teams. Works collaboratively with partners and clients.” – Current Employee
Hiring For: Helpdesk Co-ordinator, Cleaning Operative, Buyer, Pest Control Technician, Lead Engineer, Receptionist, Caretaker, Print Room Assistant and many more
What Employees Say: “Good company values. Good employee benefits scheme. Mitie tries to recognise exceptional performances and rewards through their Mitie 'star' scheme.” – Former Employee
Hiring For: Technical Environment Manager, Facilities Manager, Senior Design Manager, Senior Construction Planner, Commercial Manager and many more
What Employees Say: “Mace is one of the leading construction firms in London with a certain amount of operations in UK regions and some international locations. You get to work on some of London's and UK's iconic projects and programs. A great addition to anyone's CV.” - Current Employee
Hiring For: Paralegal, Travel Desk Administrator, Commercial Manager, Finance Systems Analyst, Senior Commercial Manager, HC Advisor, Learning and Development Advisor, Secondary Lining Agent and many more
What Employees Say: “Some of the best construction projects in the UK, attempting to innovate in the construction sector with offsite construction (DfMA) and BIM (Digital Engineering), age is not a barrier to promotion, ability to influence industry practices and work across construction disciplines, strong emphasis on safety.” – Current Employee
Hiring For: Apprentice, Planner, Senior Planner, Document Controller, Commercial Manager, Planning Engineer, Chief Process Engineer, Senior Design HSE Engineer and many more
What Employees Say: “Great development opportunities. Really look after their people. Technically interesting projects for challenging clients across multiple sectors. Movement around the business encouraged.” – Former Employee

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