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Commercial Estimator – Hitchin

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Extreme Scaffolding, a scaffolding and access contractor based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, is looking for a commercially minded Commercial Estimator to lead its front-end operations, owning the pipeline from first enquiry through to secured contract. The role pays £40,000 to £55,000 a year, with a higher package negotiable for the right individual with a proven track record in the sector.

The role is split roughly 60 per cent technical estimating and 40 per cent commercial growth: digital take-offs, full cost breakdowns, structural compliance to TG20 and SG4, and material schedules on one side; client consultations, site walk-throughs, post-tender follow-ups and securing new main contractor frameworks on the other.

Requirements

  • Proven background in structural scaffolding estimation within the UK construction market
  • Strong technical understanding of scaffolding design, TG20 guidelines and SG4 safety standards
  • Confident communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to negotiate and close commercial deals

What the company offers

  • £40,000 to £55,000 a year, negotiable above that for a proven track record
  • Full ownership of the tender pipeline, from initial enquiry to contract
  • A varied mix of estimating and client-facing work on commercial, industrial and major residential projects, including site visits and relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 main contractors

To apply, email your CV to Amber Beasley at amber.beasley@extreme-scaffolding.com.

CISRS Scaffolders All Levels – Beds, Herts & Surrounding Areas

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GRT Group is recruiting CISRS scaffold labourers, trainee scaffolders, scaffolders and advanced scaffolders for long-term work across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas. Vans will be made available to the right gangs after a trial period.

Requirements

  • CISRS card at the relevant level: scaffold labourer, trainee scaffolder, scaffolder or advanced scaffolder
  • Own transport to start with
  • Able to work in the following areas: Rugby, Cambridge, Borehamwood, Welwyn Garden City, Bishop’s Stortford, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire

What the company offers

  • Long-term work in these areas
  • Company vans made available after a trial period for the right gangs

To apply, email your details and CISRS card level to donna@grtgroup.co.uk or call the office on 01234 766464.

Experienced Scaffolding Labourers – London

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Fourways Plant, a family-run scaffolding and hoist business established in 1984, is looking for experienced scaffolding labourers to join its team in London.

Requirements

  • Experience in general labouring for scaffolders
  • CISRS Labourer card preferred

What the company offers

  • Work with a family-run scaffolding and hoist business established in 1984
  • NASC member with CHAS and ISO 9001 accreditations

To apply, email your details to enquiries@fourwaysplant.com.

Scaffolders – 3-Handed Gang Wanted

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Fourways Plant, a family-run scaffolding and hoist business established in 1984, is looking for an experienced three-handed scaffolding gang for work in London.

Requirements

  • Foreman to hold a CISRS Advanced card
  • Other gang members to hold CISRS Part 1, Part 2 or Labourer cards
  • Experience working as a three-handed gang

What the company offers

  • Work with a family-run scaffolding and hoist business established in 1984
  • NASC member with CHAS and ISO 9001 accreditations

To apply, email your details to enquiries@fourwaysplant.com.

Sales Person – System Scaffolding

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After a successful exhibition at ScaffEx 2026, where we introduced the BRIO system scaffolding offer to the UK market, and as we establish our new UK base in Kent, we are looking for experienced scaffolders who are looking to continue their career in a sales role.

The ideal candidate will work with our Sales Manager and wider team, building strong connections with potential clients and demonstrating the commercial advantages of system scaffolding. Full sales training will be given.

Salary and benefits

  • Salary: £60,000 basic
  • Fixed discretionary bonus in the first year, based on non-commission performance targets
  • Significant commission from Year 2
  • Company car
  • Pension scheme
  • Private healthcare

For applicants

Please note: we are only interested in interviewing candidates who are currently working in the scaffolding industry, and who preferably have experience of using system scaffolding. Any applications for this role without this experience will not be considered.

With full training, mentoring and support provided, this is an excellent opportunity to join an international business as it enters the UK market. You must be willing to learn, have a hands-on approach and be able to use your initiative to build awareness, momentum and sales.

How to apply

Send your CV and a covering letter stating why you are interested in the role to info@ulmaconstruction.co.uk.

UK Sales Manager (South East)

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After a successful exhibition at ScaffEx 2026, where we introduced the BRIO system scaffolding offer to the UK market, and as we establish our new UK base in Kent, we are looking for an experienced salesperson with a proven background in scaffolding sales to support our team in the UK market.

You will have real influence over sales strategy, customer engagement and commercial success, with the potential to build and lead a wider UK operation, fully supported by an established international business.

Salary and benefits

  • Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 basic
  • Fixed discretionary bonus in the first year, based on non-commission performance targets
  • Significant commission from Year 2
  • Company car
  • Pension scheme
  • Private healthcare

For applicants

Please note: we are only interested in interviewing candidates with experience in either scaffolding contracting or scaffolding hire and sales. Any applications for this role without this experience will not be considered.

Candidates should also have:

  • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to negotiate
  • Self-motivation, able to work autonomously in a growing business
  • A passion for delivering outstanding customer service

You will build this role from scratch, so you must have a hands-on approach and be able to use your initiative to build awareness, momentum and sales. You will be fully supported by ULMA and by Des Moore, an industry leader, who is managing the entry of ULMA to the UK market.

If the successful candidate performs well in this role, there is a strong opportunity to lead the wider operation in the near-to-medium future.

How to apply

Send your CV and a covering letter stating why you are interested in the role to info@ulmaconstruction.co.uk.

Yard Black Hat (Ring System Scaffolding Specialist) – Croydon

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MR Scaffolding Services, the family-run Croydon contractor founded in 1974, is hiring a Yard Black Hat with specialist knowledge of Ring System scaffolding to help run its yard in Surrey. It is a hands-on supervisory role reporting to the Logistics Manager, leading the yard team and making sure materials go out checked, correct and on time.

The role

  • Supervise yard operatives, allocate daily tasks and keep deliveries and collections on schedule
  • Lead daily briefings and toolbox talks on work plans, safety and changes
  • Monitor safe working, PPE, manual handling, housekeeping and vehicle and pedestrian movements, and step in where work is unsafe
  • Report incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions and equipment defects
  • Support the induction, training and development of yard operatives
  • Work with the Operations and Transport teams to prepare materials against load lists and sort out shortages before dispatch
  • Oversee and help with loading and unloading, by hand or with authorised lifting equipment, making sure loads are checked and secured
  • Sort, pick, count and store materials, check returns and segregate damaged or defective equipment
  • Keep accurate stock and movement records and support stock checks
  • Identify Ring System components, prepare and check Ring System orders against load lists and drawings, and advise colleagues on components and availability

Requirements

  • At least three years in a scaffold yard, with previous Black Hat, team leader or supervisory experience
  • Proven experience with Ring System equipment, particularly Allround, including component identification, order preparation and stock management
  • Valid counterbalance and telescopic forklift qualifications (essential)
  • Confident leading a team and keeping safe working standards
  • Good spoken and written communication, organised, reliable and good with detail
  • Willing to take on company training and awareness courses

What the company offers

  • Full-time position
  • Salary negotiable
  • Company pension
  • Company events

To apply, use the careers contact form on the MR Scaffolding website or email your details, highlighting your yard supervisory experience and Ring System knowledge, to HR@mrscaffolding.com. You can also call the office on 020 7252 8080.

Part 2 & Advanced Scaffolders – Leeds & Surrounding Areas

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Register your interest here: https://forms.gle/MN31rY549gS3isRj7

Dunnrite Scaffolding Ltd is inviting experienced scaffolders with current CISRS Part 2 or Advanced Scaffolder cards to register for suitable work opportunities in Leeds and surrounding areas. Experience erecting, dismantling and adapting domestic and commercial scaffolding is required. Rates are negotiable depending on experience and the role.

Requirements

  • Current CISRS Part 2 or Advanced Scaffolder card
  • Experience erecting, dismantling and adapting domestic and commercial scaffolding

What the company offers

  • Rates negotiable depending on experience and the role
  • Work in Leeds and surrounding areas as suitable opportunities arise

Register your interest using the link above. Registration does not guarantee work. If you have any questions, email dunnritescaffolding@gmail.com or call Jonathon on 07503 978468.

Quantity Surveyor – Scaffolding

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M R Scaffolding Services Ltd is looking for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to manage the financial and contractual side of its scaffolding and access projects, based at the London office with travel to project sites.

With more than 50 years of experience, M R is an established family business delivering scaffolding solutions across construction and infrastructure projects. The role works closely with the Estimating, Contracts, Operations, Design and Finance teams, supporting projects from contract award through to final account.

The role

You will manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring work is accurately valued, costs are controlled and contractual changes are identified and recovered promptly. Responsibilities include:

  • Preparing and submitting applications for payment and interim valuations
  • Identifying, pricing and negotiating variations, including scaffold alterations, additional works and extended hire periods
  • Monitoring project costs, budgets and margins, and preparing accurate commercial reports and forecasts
  • Reviewing contract terms, tender handovers and project scope to identify commercial risks
  • Working with Contracts Managers and site teams to record progress, dayworks, instructions and programme changes
  • Attending site visits and client meetings to agree valuations and resolve commercial queries
  • Preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts
  • Supporting estimating and tender reviews with practical commercial input
  • Working with Finance to resolve payment queries and support timely collection of outstanding sums

About you

M R is looking for someone who can build effective working relationships, manage competing deadlines and take ownership of project accounts. You will ideally have:

  • Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or in a comparable commercial role within a specialist construction contractor
  • Scaffolding or temporary works experience, with an understanding of erection, dismantling, measurement and hire arrangements
  • Experience managing valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts
  • Knowledge of construction subcontract terms and common UK contract forms
  • Strong Excel, numerical and organisational skills
  • Clear communication and confident negotiation skills
  • A relevant quantity surveying qualification or equivalent industry experience

A full UK driving licence is desirable for travel to project sites.

Why join M R?

You will join an experienced team delivering varied scaffolding and access projects, with the opportunity to make a direct contribution to project performance and work alongside colleagues across the business.

M R Scaffolding Services Ltd is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. The company welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and assesses candidates on their skills, experience and suitability for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, let the team know so they can support you.

How to apply

Submit your CV and a brief outline of your relevant experience through the Contact Us form at www.mrscaffolding.com, or email HR@mrscaffolding.com.

Scaffolding Supervisor – Essex

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Embassy Site Services is hiring a Scaffolding Supervisor to work across its projects in Essex. The company is growing, with more projects starting every month, and is looking for someone who will grow with it.

Requirements

  • Scaffolding experience is essential
  • CISRS Advanced Scaffolder card preferred
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Able to supervise teams and make sure company and industry standards are met
  • Able to produce RAMS and carry out site surveys
  • Able to deliver toolbox talks
  • Able to organise daily labour, lorries and the works schedule
  • Able to support the commercial team with applications and variations
  • Able to monitor handovers and attend client meetings
  • Able to deliver projects on time and on budget

What the company offers

  • A supervisory role with a growing company that has more projects starting every month
  • Rate of pay to be discussed on application

To apply, email your CV to info@embassysiteservices.co.uk or call Adam on 01708 867609.