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Concrete finishers spread and level poured concrete to create smooth finishes for surfaces like roads, pavements, floors and curbs, using a variety of specialist equipment. As a concrete finisher, you may also use forms (moulds) to create

Landscape managers plan, develop and care for outdoor spaces, to ensure that people can use and enjoy them, now and into the future. They use their knowledge of ecosystems and human behaviour to advise on construction projects.

Roofing operatives work on the roofs of new buildings and also repair or re-roof older structures. This can involve using a range of different materials, such as slates, tiles or materials for flat roofs, as well as fitting skylights. 

A contracts manager in the construction industry manages contracts relating to building projects. They study the legalities of contracts and help to negotiate terms and conditions with clients and third parties, before drawing up legal documents

A finishing foreman works with managers, contractors and other onsite workers to ensure construction jobs are successfully completed on time, within budget, and finished to the standard and specification agreed with the client. 

Asbestos surveyors inspect buildings and collect samples to determine the presence of asbestos. Asbestos is a mineral-based fibre which was once widely used for insulation, but is now banned due to health risks. Asbestos surveyors carry out tests

Interior designers work with clients to create inside spaces that are functional and attractive. They help to plan the layout and decor of building interiors, and may work with contractors to bring their designs to life. 

Chemical engineers develop and convert raw materials into a range of useful products. A chemical engineer changes the chemical, biochemical and physical state of a substance to turn it into something else, such as making plastic from oil.

A drainage engineer is responsible for designing systems that move water or sewage from one place to another, as safely and efficiently as possible. This can involve visiting sites to gain an understanding of project requirements, as well as

A building surveyor is responsible for advising clients about the design, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings. They survey buildings and then report on their findings and make recommendations.