Technical Support
Most people might not be aware that for nearly every construction job there is a technical role to go with it. As a result, people with technical skills are in very high demand.
Technicians are valuable members of the team who support the work of engineers, architects, surveyors, etc, to ensure that these operatives can carry out their jobs smoothly.
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Architectural technician
Architectural Technicians support architectural technologists, architects, engineers and surveyors and apply the technical plan and drawings to the real structure.Architectural Technicians support architectural technologists, architects, engineers and surveyors and apply the technical plan and drawings to the real structure.
Buyer
Once a construction project tender is won, the buyer works with suppliers to ensure everything that's needed is bought in from the suppliers.
Computer Aided Design operative
If you've got a real passion for computers, and want to use your skills for something exciting and satisfying, it's definitely worth thinking about a career in construction.
Estimator
The estimator's job is to calculate the approximate total cost of the building work from the contract drawings and the bill of quantities.
Planner
It's the planner's job to make sure that a project is completed with the right resources, and to ensure that they're all delivered safely, on time, and in the right amount and quality.
Plant technical support
Plant technicians deal with the general running and safety of the plant and machinery used on-site.
Roofing technician
As a roofing technician you will be vital to the running of a project, from start to finish.
Site engineer
The site engineer sets out from the plans all the roads, drains, sewers and structures involved in construction operations.
Site inspector
All building, construction and civil engineering sites need to be tested and inspected for safety and competence.
Site technical support
Site technicians get involved with the general running and safety of the site. Your role would include hiring and buying materials and machinery, and organising people and equipment