Construction and Built Environment

Construction and the Built Environment is vital to delivering the infrastructure and buildings needed for the future inclusive growth of the Liverpool City Region. 

The sector provides a large variety of job role opportunities and increased scope for progression.

Sustainable development and the emergence of new technologies and construction techniques will see different roles emerging and the need for current roles to adapt and change accordingly. 

Construction has the highest take up of apprenticeships out of all sectors and has contributed over £25 billion GVA to the Liverpool City Region economy in the last 20 years. 

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Career Progression Pathways

Whether you are interested in an apprenticeship, traineeship or you already work within this sector, the following career progression pathway diagram provides a basic overview of some of the roles available at various levels.

The roles detailed within the diagram are just a few of those available and demonstrate how continued learning can help you progress through this particular sector whether you have just started your career journey or are looking to move on up.

Each role detailed, provides a brief overview, highlighting the responsibilities and duties involved, as well as average salary and what level of learning the role is associated with.

Job Level 2 – 4

Construction-Labourer

Level: 2

Salary From: £17,000

Average Salary: £24,500

Salary To: £32,000

Construction labourers work on practical tasks on construction sites from the start to the end of building projects.

Plasterer

Level: 2

Salary From: £19,000

Average Salary: £26,500

Salary To: £34,000

Plasterers apply plaster to walls and ceilings ready for decorating and finishing.

Bricklayer

Level: 3

Salary From: £17,000

Average Salary: £28,500

Salary To: £40,000

Bricklayers build houses, repair walls and chimneys and refurbish decorative stonework. They also work on restoration projects.

Carpenter

Level: 3

Salary From: £17,000

Average Salary: £27,500

Salary To: £38,000

Carpenters and joiners make and install wooden structures, fittings and furniture.

Construction-Plant-Operator

Level: 3

Salary From: £19,000

Average Salary: £27,500

Salary To: £36,000

Construction plant operators work with machinery and equipment used on building sites.

Cavity Insulation Installer

Level: 4

Salary From: £17,000

Average Salary: £28,500

Salary To: £40,000

Cavity insulation installers fit insulation, soundproofing materials and cladding in buildings.

Gas-Service-Technician

Level: 4

Salary From: £18,000

Average Salary: £28,000

Salary To: £38,000

Gas service technicians install, service and repair gas appliances and heating systems.

Job Level 5 – 7

Building-Control-Officer

Level: 5

Salary From: £22,000

Average Salary: £41,000

Salary To: £60,000

Building control officers make sure building regulations are followed.

Building-Site-Inspector

Level: 5

Salary From: £21,000

Average Salary: £35,500

Salary To: £50,000

Building site inspectors check the quality and safety of construction work.

Construction Contracts Manager

Level: 5

Salary From: £25,000

Average Salary: £42,500

Salary To: £60,000

Construction contracts managers look after building contracts and construction costs.

Architectural-Technologist

Level: 6

Salary From: £20,000

Average Salary: £40,000

Salary To: £60,000

Architectural technologists manage all stages of the technical design and planning process of building projects

Civil-Engineer

Level: 6

Salary From: £30,000

Average Salary: £50,000

Salary To: £70,000

Civil engineers design and manage construction projects, from bridges and buildings to transport links and sports stadiums.

Structural-Engineer

Level: 6

Salary From: £28,000

Average Salary: £39,000

Salary To: £50,000

Structural engineers help to design and build large structures and buildings, like hospitals, sports stadiums and bridges.

Architect

Level: 7

Salary From: £27,000

Average Salary: £58,500

Salary To: £90,000

Architects design new buildings and the spaces around them, and work on the restoration and conservation of existing buildings.

Building-Surveyor

Level: 7

Salary From: £25,000

Average Salary: £47,500

Salary To: £70,000

Building surveyors advise clients about the design, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings.

Town-Planner

Level: 7

Salary From: £18,000

Average Salary: £31,500

Salary To: £45,000

Town planners help shape the way towns and cities develop, and balance the demands on land with the needs of the community.

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CONSTRUCTION AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT REELS

Advise:

Employers from around the city region share their advice and tips for those looking to enter the sector.

Diversity:

Find out how employers from across the city region champion diversity within their organisations.

Experiences:

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Innovation:

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Pathways:

Want to know how you can work your way up in this sector? Helpful tips and advice are shared here.