Construction recruitment: site management, civils, and building services across the UK
Site, civils, and building professionals delivering UK infrastructure. We place construction professionals in permanent and contract roles across all UK regions, from junior positions through to director level.
Roles we fill
Site Manager
Project Manager
Quantity Surveyor
Contracts Manager
Design Manager
Planning Engineer
Health & Safety Manager
Estimator
Building Services Engineer
Civil Engineer
Commercial Manager
Site Engineer
M&E Coordinator
Procurement Manager
FAQ
Common questions
What construction roles does YP Recruitment cover?
We recruit for site managers, project managers, quantity surveyors, estimators, contracts managers, design managers, site engineers, planning engineers, M&E coordinators, and construction directors across the UK. We cover residential, commercial, civils, and infrastructure.
Where are the strongest construction recruitment markets in the UK?
London and the South East remain the largest market by volume. The Midlands and North of England are seeing sustained growth driven by HS2 legacy works, data centre construction, and residential housebuilding. Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, and Bristol are all active markets for experienced site managers and project managers.
What does a construction project manager earn in the UK?
Construction project manager salaries range from £45,000-£55,000 at mid-level to £60,000-£80,000+ for senior PMs on major projects. Infrastructure and data centre PMs command a premium. Package typically includes car allowance, bonus, and pension. Regional variation applies, with London paying 15-20% above the national average.
Do you cover both permanent and contract construction roles?
Yes. Contract day rates for site managers range from £250-£400/day depending on project type and location. We also fill permanent positions from site engineer level through to construction director. We can advise on current market rates for both routes.
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