Best Construction & Trades in Braintree, Essex

Prime Appointments is recruiting a Labourer to join a busy manufacturing and yard operation in Braintree. This is an ongoing contract role with temp-to-perm potential, offering steady hours and a great chance to build hands-on experience in Essex. Key Responsibilities - Carry out general yard work to support daily operations - Sort materials and organise stock to keep workflow moving - Assist with deliveries, loading/unloading and basic goods handling - Pack finished products ready for dispatch - Maintain a clean, safe and tidy stores and yard area, assisting Fabricators as needed What You'll Need - Good spoken and written English, with clear communication on site - Strong attention to detail and a reliable, can-do approach - Ability to work safely, follow instructions and meet daily deadlines - Previous labouring/yard/warehouse experience is helpful but not essential Why Apply You’ll enjoy consistent Monday to Friday hours (07:30–16:30) and a competitive rate from £26,436 p/a (equivalent hourly rate provided). If you’re looking for a stable Labourer job in Braintree with progression to permanent employment, this is a solid opportunity with a well-known local recruiter.

Ashbrittle is recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a respected, growing contractor based in Braintree. If you’re commercially sharp and want long-term, local project continuity in Essex, this is a standout opportunity with a strong pipeline and stable team. Key Responsibilities - Manage cost planning, budgets and cashflow from pre-construction through to final account - Prepare and submit valuations, applications for payment and cost reports - Procure subcontract packages, evaluate tenders and negotiate best-value terms - Administer contracts, change control and variations to protect commercial position - Work closely with site and project teams to forecast, control costs and improve margins What You'll Need - Proven Quantity Surveyor experience with a main contractor or reputable subcontractor - Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, commercial reporting and cost management processes - Confident communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders - Relevant qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) in Quantity Surveying or similar (desirable) Why Apply Enjoy a £50,000–£60,000 salary, long-term stability and progression within a well-established Essex contractor delivering high-quality projects, including education works.