CONSTRUCTION STAFFING · MANCHESTER · LONDON · ALL MAJOR UK CITIES
The Construction Recruitment Agency That Fills Your Site Fast
Short of bricklayers on a Monday morning? Team Workers Direct supplies vetted, CSCS-carded labourers, tradespeople, plant operators and site managers to builders, contractors and developers across the UK. Temporary, contract or permanent.
Tell us who you need
- Trade and number of people
- Site postcode and start date
- Length of the job
Call 020 3086 9080 or email Team@Workers-Direct.com. You get a named contact and a clear rate, usually within the hour.
Send Your BriefWhy Hiring Construction Staff Is So Hard Right Now
If you run sites in Manchester, Salford, Stockport or Trafford, you already know the problem. Good people are booked, programmes are tight and one no-show can hold up a whole pour. Here is what we hear from builders every week, and what we do about it.
Workers who don’t turn up
We confirm every booking the night before and keep reserve staff on call, so a gap on the gang gets filled fast.
Fake or expired tickets
CSCS, CPCS, IPAF, PASMA and SMSTS cards are checked against the original before anyone is sent to you.
Skills shortages
Bricklayers, carpenters, scaffolders, electricians and plant operators are hard to find. Our network is built around these trades.
Slow agencies
Hours matter on a live job. Send a brief and a real person calls you back, not a form reply three days later.
Rising labour costs
Fixed, written rates. No surprise add-ons when the invoice lands.
Compliance worries
Right to work, ID, references and insurance are handled for you, which keeps IR35 and site audit headaches off your desk.
Peaks and quiet spells
Take on extra hands for a 3-week push, then scale back. No long contracts to sign.
Out-of-hours emergencies
Storm damage, a failed inspection or a rushed handover? Our 24/7 line is staffed by people who know sites.
Construction Staff We Supply
As a specialist construction recruitment agency we cover groundworks through to fit-out, for housebuilders, commercial builders, civil contractors and small local firms alike.
General & Site Labour
Labourers for new development sites, retaining wall construction, house extension jobs and clearing. General labourer jobs and construction labourers in Liverpool.
Bricklayers & Builders
Bricklayers, block layers, plasterers and house building companies’ core trades. Also lintel construction, burnt clay bricks and timber construction crews.
Carpenters & Joiners
Wood framing, metal stud framing, roof ceiling design and fit, decking and patio builders. See carpenters in Cardiff.
Plant & Machine Operators
Excavator drivers (Caterpillar, Hitachi, Volvo, Sany, Kobelco, Case), mini backhoe, wheel loader and compact wheel loader operators. Read about crane operator roles in Kensington.
Scaffolders & Fencers
Scaffold builders, construction scaffolding, temporary construction fence, orange construction fence and fence installation teams.
Steel & Modular Teams
Steel frame structure erectors, pre-engineered metal buildings, prefabricated structures, modular and portable building installers, industrial shed and farm buildings crews.
Garage & Home Builders
Garage builders, 2 story garage, shed builds, residential contractors and bathroom contractors for housebuilders and renovation companies.
Pool, Patio & Landscape
Swimming pool construction, pool builders, patio installers and aggregate stone handling for residential and leisure sites.
How Our Construction Staffing Works
Send the brief
Trade, headcount, postcode, start date. Phone or email, whichever is quicker for you.
We match and check
We pick workers who live near the site and hold the right tickets, then confirm cards and right to work.
They start on site
You get names, tickets and arrival times in writing before the gate opens.
One simple invoice
Timesheets approved weekly and one invoice, so your accounts team isn’t chasing ten people.
Construction Labour in the UK: Facts & Statistics
Figures below are rounded and taken from public industry sources. Check the latest release before quoting them.
| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| People working in UK construction | About 2.1 million | ONS |
| Extra workers the industry needs by 2028 | Roughly 250,000 | CITB Construction Skills Network |
| Share of the UK economy from construction | Around 6% | ONS / Construction Industry Training Board |
| Typical CSCS Green Labourer card | Valid 5 years | CSCS |
| Our usual start time after a brief | 24–48 hours | Team Workers Direct |
Typical Pay Ranges in Manchester
| Role | Hourly / Day Rate | Usual Ticket |
|---|---|---|
| General labourer | £12.50–£16 / hr | CSCS Green |
| Bricklayer | £190–£240 / day | CSCS Blue/Gold |
| Carpenter / joiner | £180–£230 / day | CSCS Blue/Gold |
| Scaffolder | £170–£220 / day | CISRS |
| Excavator operator | £18–£26 / hr | CPCS |
Rates are guides only and change with site, hours and urgency.
Latest Construction Jobs in Manchester
| Job | Area | Type | Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Labourer, commercial build | Manchester City Centre | Temporary | £14–£16 / hr | View |
| Bricklayer, new homes | Salford | Contract | £190–£240 / day | View |
| Scaffolder (CISRS) | Trafford Park | Contract | £170–£220 / day | View |
| 360 Excavator Driver | Stockport | Temporary | £20–£26 / hr | View |
| Carpenter, timber frame | Oldham | Permanent | £34,000–£40,000 | View |
| Fencing & site hoarding team | Bolton | Temporary | £13–£15 / hr | View |
Listings updated 4 November 2026. Jobs fill quickly, so call 020 3086 9080 to check what is open today.
Looking for Construction Work?
We place labourers, tradespeople and operators on steady jobs across Greater Manchester and the rest of the UK. No fees to you, weekly pay and a real person who answers the phone.
Send your CV and card details to Team@Workers-Direct.com, then expect a call to match you with open jobs, such as general labourer roles in Cambridge.
Apply NowNeed a hand with the paperwork?
New to the UK sites, or card expired? We point you to the right CSCS route, the health and safety test and training providers near you.
Watch: how we work · site staffing in action · worker stories · hiring tips
Construction Staffing in Every Major UK City
Local people on local sites means shorter travel, fewer late starts and lower costs for you. Start your search near you.
London Manchester Liverpool Cardiff Cambridge Ealing BirminghamLeedsSheffieldBristolGlasgowEdinburghNewcastleNottinghamLeicesterBelfast
Searching for builders near me, local construction companies or a contractor in your area? Many of our clients began that way. We supply the people; you keep control of the build.
Free Tools & Resources
Site Labour Cost Guide
Day rates for 20+ trades by region, updated every quarter. Request a copy.
CSCS Card Colour Chart
Which card suits which job, and what each one costs to renew. Get the chart.
Hiring Checklist
One page covering right to work, tickets, insurance and induction for new starters. Send it over.
Steps of Construction
A plain guide to who you need at each stage, from groundworks to snagging. Read the blog.
Construction Recruitment FAQs
How fast can a construction recruitment agency supply site staff?
For most labouring and trade roles in Manchester and the other major cities we can have vetted workers on site within 24 to 48 hours of your brief. Urgent cover can sometimes be arranged the same day through our 24/7 line.
Are your workers CSCS carded and checked?
Yes. We check CSCS cards, right to work, ID and references before anyone is placed, and we ask for relevant tickets such as CPCS, IPAF, PASMA or SMSTS depending on the job.
How much does it cost to hire temporary construction workers?
Rates depend on the trade, location and length of the job. We quote a clear hourly or day rate up front, with no hidden extras. Call or email for a quote.
Which cities do you cover?
We cover Manchester, London, Birmingham, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Nottingham, Leicester, Cambridge and Belfast, plus surrounding areas.
I am looking for construction work. How do I apply?
Send your CV and card details to Team@Workers-Direct.com or call 02030869080. We will match you to open jobs in your area and call you back.
Need Site Staff by Monday?
Call the 24/7 line on 0333 2422 711 or send your brief and we will get back to you within the hour.
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