Construction & Property Recruitment

Are you an experienced Site Manager looking to join a leading construction contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the Highlands? Our client is a well-established main contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work across the commercial, education, healthcare and public sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a company that genuinely invests in its people, offers long-term career progression and delivers a varied portfolio of interesting projects. The Role As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Responsibilities Manage day-to-day site operations from start to completion. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site labour. Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme and budget. Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance. Monitor quality and ensure works meet specification. Chair site meetings and liaise with clients, consultants and the wider project team. Manage site documentation, progress reports and inspections. Identify and resolve issues to keep projects on programme. About You Previous experience as a Site Manager with a main contractor. Experience delivering commercial, education, healthcare or public sector projects. SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS qualifications. Strong leadership and communication skills. Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer? Competitive salary. Car allowance or company vehicle. Pension scheme. Private healthcare. Ongoing training and professional development. Clear opportunities for career progression. Secure, long-term pipeline of projects across the Highlands. your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Leading Main Contractor Up to £60,000 + Leading Bonus scheme I m currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor or Senior on behalf of a leading main contractor with a strong pipeline of work. The Role You ll have responsibility for two projects at any one time typically one larger project alongside a smaller project. Project values range from approximately £2m to £30m, providing excellent exposure to a varied portfolio and the opportunity to take ownership of sizeable projects. The business has a very healthy pipeline and is continuing to grow They are open to candidates at both Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor level, depending on experience. Package Salary up to circa £60,000 Car allowance Market-leading bonus scheme, up to 25% 35 days' annual leave Enhanced pension scheme Strong pipeline of work This is a particularly attractive opportunity for an experienced QS or Senior QS who wants to join a leading main contractor, work on interesting projects and benefit from a strong overall package with significant earning potential. To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration. If you'd like to find out more about the role, or you're interested in having a confidential conversation before applying, please contact Josh at C&P Recruitment. If you don't have an up-to-date CV to hand, no problem, get in touch and we can have an initial conversation.

About the Role Are you a motivated and detail-oriented construction professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an ambitious Assistant Site Manager to join our clients team at a premier new-build housing development in East Dunbartonshire. Working hand-in-hand with the Site Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality homes safely, on time, and to budget. You will oversee day-to-day on-site operations, coordinate diverse trades, and ensure our strict standards of craftsmanship and health and safety are maintained at every stage. Key Responsibilities: Site Supervision: Assist the Site Manager in coordinating day-to-day site activities, managing subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour. Quality Control: Conduct routine plot inspections, manage the snagging process, and ensure all homes are finished to NHBC standards and internal quality benchmarks. Health & Safety: Drive a culture of safety across the development by conducting site inductions, delivering toolbox talks, and performing regular safety inspections. Progress Tracking: Monitor build schedules against construction programmes, maintaining detailed records of labour levels and milestones. Customer Care: Support the handover process to ensure a seamless experience for new homeowners. What We Are Looking For: Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager or experienced Finishing Foreman/Supervisor within residential housebuilding. Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) and a current CSCS Card. A valid First Aid at Work certificate. Deep understanding of UK building regulations and health and safety protocols. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership capabilities. A trade background or a construction-related qualification is highly desirable but not essential. A valid UK driving licence. Ap ApaApply Toato apply for the role attach an up-to-date CV using the link and someone from the C&P team will come back to you directly

An established, privately owned fit-out business is looking to recruit a Site Manager to join its team. Over the past 10 years, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects. With a healthy pipeline of work and an excellent reputation in the market, it offers long-term stability and a supportive environment where you can build your career. The Role You'll oversee site operations across a range of refurbishment & fit out projects, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and to a high standard. Key responsibilities include: Managing site activities and ensuring programmes are maintained Coordinating trades, subcontractors and site teams Acting as the main point of contact for clients and project teams Maintaining high standards of health & safety and quality Reading drawings and ensuring installations are completed correctly Monitoring progress and resolving issues on site You'll ideally have: Proven experience managing fit-outs, refurbishments, renovations or small commercial new builds A strong track record with good tenure in previous roles Experience coordinating trades and subcontractors A practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail Good communication and organisational skills SMSTS, First Aid What's on Offer 50,000 to 55,000 A secure pipeline of work with a well-established business Interesting high quality projects Opportunities to progress This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established but growing business at a key point of expansion. With the company continuing to grow, there is genuine scope to fast-track your own career alongside them. To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration. If you'd like to find out more about the role, or you're interested in having a confidential conversation before applying, please contact Josh at C&P Recruitment. If you don't have an up-to-date CV to hand, not a problem, get in touch and we can have an initial conversation.

Finishing Foreman Housebuilder I'm currently looking for an experienced Finishing Foreman to join a well-established local housebuilder, with a start date in around 2 weeks. The role will focus on overseeing finishing works on a residential development, making sure plots are completed to a high standard and ready for handover. Experience with snagging and customer care would be beneficial, particularly someone who understands the importance of getting plots over the line and dealing with any issues efficiently. Local residential development Start in 2 weeks Local housebuilder Opportunity to go permanent longevity guaranteed Rate/package available DOE I'm actively speaking with candidates now, so if you're available or know someone who could be suitable, please get in touch.

Our Client Our client are an award-winning, medium-sized regional housebuilder dedicated to creating fantastic homes and highly desirable developments. Based in central Scotland, they pride themselves on a collaborative, values-driven culture where every team member helps shape the communities they build. The Role This is an exciting, varied, and diverse opportunity for an experienced Architectural Technician to join our close-knit Technical Department. You will work dynamically with internal teams and external architectural and engineering consultants to navigate early designs and approvals smoothly through the Planning and Building Warrant systems. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery: Manage project teams, chair design team meetings with external consultants, and deliver projects strictly in line with the strategic program. Approvals & Compliance: Take full control of all in-house Building Warrant submissions, liaise with statutory approval authorities (Planning, Building Warrant, RCC), and ensure all approvals meet the project plan. Cost & Value Engineering: Proactively drive out abortive design costs through early consultant and sub-contractor appointments and implement value engineering. Site & Technical Support: Respond swiftly to site queries, resolve construction issues, attend monthly site Project Review meetings, and lead Pre-start Meetings to brief departments on contract drawings. Drawing & Design Management: Coordinate consultants for house type working drawings, check supplier schedules, and prepare technical details. You will also manage and implement standard designs while assisting with the development of our Standard House Type Range. Departmental Admin: Assist with sales brochure material, attend handovers, and help administer the Technical Department. The Ideal Candidate Experience: Proven background in new-build housing and flatted developments across both the Private/Residential and Social Housing sectors. Technical Skills: Highly proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit. Strong IT literacy across Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel). Knowledge of the Project Vault drawing system is preferred but not essential. Industry Knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of Scottish Building Regulations, NHBC regulations, HFvN Standards, and robust construction detailing. Attributes: Highly motivated, efficient, and accurate with the ability to work under minimum supervision. You should display strong initiative, accept responsibility, and deeply embrace our core company values. Passion: A genuine desire to collaborate with a skilled team to build high-quality, lasting homes. To Apply To apply for the role, attach your up-to-date CV using the link and one of the C&P team will come back to you directly.

C&P Recruitment is seeking an experienced Domestic Painter and Decorator for an ongoing temporary contract based around the Moray region (including Elgin, Forres, and Fochabers). This role supports local housing maintenance programs, covering both occupied and void properties. It features a consistent 37-hour work week with a premium overtime rate of time and a half (1.5x) for any hours worked past that threshold. Domestic Painter and Decorator (Occupied & Void Properties) Location: Moray area, Scotland (Elgin, Lossiemouth, Forres, and surrounding patches) Employment Type: Temporary ongoing contract Hours: 37 hours per week (Standard shift) Overtime Rate: Time and a half (1.5x) for any hours worked over 37Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate (Weekly pay via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE options)Key Responsibilities Void Property Upgrades: Refresh and repaint empty council or housing association properties quickly to bring them up to letting standards for new tenants. Occupied Home Maintenance: Execute internal painting, glossing, and minor plaster repairs in occupied domestic residences while maintaining excellent customer care and diplomacy. Surface Preparation: Perform thorough prep work, including stripping old wallpaper, filling cracks/holes, scraping old paint, and sanding. Property Protection: Protect tenants' furniture, fixtures, and flooring using dust sheets, drop cloths, and masking tape. Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to local authority health and safety guidelines, keeping a tidy and safe workspace at all times. Requirements & Qualifications Qualified or time-served Painter & Decorator (SVQ Level 3 or equivalent is highly advantageous). Proven experience working within domestic maintenance, social housing, or local government frameworks. Valid CSCS card (preferred).Own professional tools, brushes, and standard PPE.Full UK Driving Licence (essential to travel across various domestic sites in Moray). Right to work in the UK and two checkable trade references covering similar work. If this sounds like you, contact Adam on (phone number removed) or email Adam on (url removed)

The Role Ready to take full ownership of procurement for a growing, fast-paced civil engineering and fencing contractor? Our client are a thriving contractor, delivering vital infrastructure projects across Scotland. Due to a significant increase in workload, looking to appoint a buyer on a full-time basis. This is an office-based role in Clydebank. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a brand-new role, shape our procurement processes from the ground up, and become a key player in our close-knit, lively team. As main buyer, you will manage the entire purchasing function for the business. Your daily focus will be sourcing materials and managing supply chains for our core sectors: civils (primarily access roads-no residential groundworks) and commercial fencing. Key Responsibilities: Lead all procurement for materials, plant hire, and fencing supplies across the business. Transition our PO system from Excel to QuickFiles, streamlining the process for the whole team. Negotiate best rates and build strong relationships with key suppliers and merchants. Collaborate closely with site teams and management to ensure timely delivery of materials. Manage sub-contractor procurement, particularly for major projects. About You We are looking for a proactive, organized procurement professional who loves variety and isn't afraid to take charge of a system rollout. Experience: Proven track record as a Buyer within civil engineering, utilities or fencing sectors. Tech-Savvy: Strong Excel skills and experience implementing or using digital purchasing/accounting systems (QuickFiles experience is a major plus, but training will be given). Commercially Minded: Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure the best value without compromising on quality or deadlines. Team Player: Someone who thrives in a collaborative, communicative environment. What's on Offer? Salary: Up to 45,000 (depending on experience) Perks: Generous Car Allowance & Company Pension Scheme Time Off: 32 days annual leave Stability: A secure, full-time role in a financially robust turnover business.