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Without these jobs, there would be no houses, roads, offices, or worse, pubs! Society would be unrecognisable. That means a role in Construction is essential to today’s world. Careers in these professions are hugely varied – whether you’re interested in working on major national infrastructure projects to helping individuals with the quality of their homes. With the ever-present need to address environmental challenges, many jobs in this industry promiser to deliver fulfilling and rewarding opportunities for the foreseeable future. So, build your way to the top of an exciting industry and construct some great future career opportunities in these Construction occupations below.
Acoustics consultants help manage and control noise and vibrations in homes, workplaces and other environments.
Architects design new buildings and the spaces around them, and work on the restoration and conservation of existing buildings.
Architectural technicians work closely with architectural teams on the design process of building projects.
Architectural technologists manage all stages of the technical design and planning process of building projects.
Boat builders build, repair and refit marine craft from small sailing boats to large sea-going vessels.
Bricklayers build houses, repair walls and chimneys, and refurbish decorative stonework. They also work on restoration projects.
Builders' merchants sell building and do-it-yourself products and materials to the building trade and the public.
Building control officers make sure building regulations are followed.
Building services engineers design, fit and maintain the heating, lighting and power systems in offices, hospitals and shopping centres.
Building site inspectors check the quality and safety of construction work.
Building surveyors advise clients about the design, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings.
Building technicians support engineers, surveyors and architects on construction projects.
Carpenters and joiners make and install wooden structures, fittings and furniture.
Carpet fitters and floor layers fit carpets and vinyl tiles, and lay laminate and solid timber floors.
Cavity insulation installers fit insulation, soundproofing materials and cladding in buildings.
Ceiling fixers fit suspended ceilings in buildings to cover pipework, wiring, and heating and air conditioning systems.
Civil engineers design and manage construction projects, from bridges and buildings to transport links and sports stadiums.
Civil engineering technicians give technical support to engineers on construction projects.
Commercial energy assessors test how energy-efficient commercial buildings are and produce Non-Domestic Energy Performance Certificates.
Construction contracts managers manage building contracts and construction costs.
Construction labourers prepare building and civil engineering sites and carry out manual jobs once work starts.
Construction managers organise the work on building projects, making sure it's completed safely, within budget and on time.
Construction plant hire advisers rent out plant machinery, tools and equipment to builders and the public.
Construction plant mechanics service and repair heavy plant machinery like diggers, dumper trucks and cranes.
Construction plant operators work with machinery and equipment used on building sites.
Construction site supervisors manage staff and subcontractors on building sites.
Crane drivers operate lifting machinery on construction, quarrying and mining sites, at ports and in warehouses.
Demolition operatives dismantle buildings and structures, remove hazardous waste and salvage reusable materials.
Domestic energy assessors (DEAs) work out the energy efficiency of domestic buildings like houses and flats.
Dry liners use plasterboard and panels to build internal walls, suspended ceilings and raised flooring in houses, offices and shops.
Electricians fit, service and repair electrical machinery, equipment, circuits and wiring.
Electricity distribution workers maintain and repair the power lines that connect homes and businesses to the national grid.
Engineering construction craftworkers fit and repair machinery and equipment in buildings and structures from oil rigs to sports stadiums.
Engineering construction technicians install, service and repair machines and equipment in buildings, factories and industrial plants.
Estimators work out how much it will cost for a company to supply products and services to its clients.
Facilities managers oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems and services.
Fence installers put up and repair fences, gates and other barriers.
Gas mains layers install and maintain pipelines that supply homes and businesses with gas.
Gas service technicians install, service and repair gas appliances and heating systems.
General practice surveyors are involved in the management, valuation, buying, selling and development of land and property.
Glaziers install and repair glass in houses, hotels, offices and shops.
Heating and ventilation engineers install and service heating and air conditioning in large buildings like factories, schools and hospitals.
Heritage officers support teams to take care of buildings, monuments and places valued for their cultural and historical importance.
Kitchen and bathroom fitters install kitchens and bathroom suites in homes and businesses.
Valuers and auctioneers advise individuals and businesses that buy, sell and rent land and property.
Land surveyors measure the shape of the land, and gather data for civil engineering and construction projects.
Landscapers create and maintain gardens, parks and other outdoor and indoor areas.
Mechanical engineering technicians design, install and repair industrial plant machinery and parts.
Paint sprayers apply coatings and protective finishes to cars, vans, motorbikes and other vehicles.
Painters and decorators apply paint, wallpaper and other finishes to the inside and outside of buildings.
Pipe fitters install industrial pipework, valves and pumps in factories, commercial premises and large buildings like power stations.
Planning and development surveyors assess, design and manage development projects in towns, cities and rural areas.
Plasterers apply plaster to walls and ceilings ready for decorating and finishing.
Plumbers fit and service hot and cold water systems, heating systems and drainage networks.
Quantity surveyors oversee construction projects, managing risks and controlling costs.
Quarry engineers explore new sites, oversee extraction operations and manage sites at the end of their commercial life.
Quarry workers dig out and process rock, slate, gravel and sand from quarries or mines.
Refrigeration and air-conditioning installers work on air quality and cooling systems in buildings, storage and transport.
Road workers build and repair roads and motorways.
Roofers re-slate and tile roofs, fit skylight windows and replace lead sheeting and cladding.
Rural surveyors value the assets of farms and estates, advise clients on legal and tax issues, and plan and develop land use.
Scaffolders put up scaffolding on buildings and structures to let other workers do their jobs safely.
Shopfitters make and install fixtures and fittings in offices, restaurants, shops and bars.
Steel erectors assemble the beams and girders that support the structure of buildings, stadiums, bridges and tunnels.
Steel fixers install and tie together steel bars and mesh that is used to strengthen concrete on construction projects.
Steeplejacks carry out repairs on buildings and structures to make them safe.
Stonemasons carve blocks of stone, and lay and fit stonework into place on construction projects.
Structural engineers help to design and build large structures and buildings, like hospitals, sports stadiums and bridges.
Technical surveyors carry out tasks to support chartered surveyors, architects and engineers.
Thatchers use traditional craft skills, materials and tools to replace and repair thatched roofs.
Thermal insulation engineers install insulating materials around pipes, boilers and ductwork in factories and buildings.
Tilers tile walls and floors in kitchens, bathrooms, shops and restaurants, using materials like ceramics, slate and marble.
Town planners help shape the way towns and cities develop, and balance the demands on land with the needs of the community.
Town planning assistants process applications, give advice about regulations and carry out design work and office administration.
Water network operatives look after the pipes, mains and pumping stations that supply homes, businesses and industry with water.
Welders cut, join and shape metal plate, pipework and composite materials in the aerospace, construction and civil engineering industries.
Window fabricators make glazed windows, doors, glass panels and curtain walls for homes and businesses.
Window fitters install windows, conservatories and glazed curtain walls in homes and businesses.
Wood machinists cut and prepare timber for use in wood products.
The Project Controls Apprentice is primarily responsible for developing a practical understanding of the business, project management and project controls in line with the course plan of their apprenticeship qualification. It is expected they will be completely new to an office environment and will therefore need to focus on standard office skills and behaviours alongside the more technical and industry specific knowledge. As they progress they will be able to undertake limited project controls activities as delegated by their Project Controls Manager under supervision and guidance from more senior Project Controls staff.
Wickes are a down-to-earth business, and how they work is special. Thats down to their unique culture. Wickes believe in doing whats right winning for their customers, their communities, their planet and their people. Wickes take pride in being an open, welcoming place where everyone feels at home. Where you can be yourself, do your best work and make a positive difference every day.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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