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The Impact of New UK Government Legislation on Compliance within Construction Recruitment
The new UK government legislation will have a significant impact on compliance within construction recruitment. With the introduction of the Finance Bill 2025 – 2026…
What does increasing scrutiny on recruitment practices mean for my construction company?
The government holds substantial powers over your M&E construction company. Unless you’re dedicating time and resources to keep on top of recent changes, you might…
Prevent Potential Fines With a Compliant Construction Recruitment Process
Safeguard your business by making sure that your construction recruitment process is compliant. Why risk a costly fine and long-lasting reputational damage when you could…
Your definitive guide to finding the right mechanical and electrical recruitment agency
Our practical guide will give you the 5 questions you need to ask to find the right mechanical and electrical recruitment company for your construction…
Compliance Nightmares in Construction Recruitment: How to avoid costly mistakes
The ‘umbrella market’ is causing chaos for construction recruitment companies, and the government knows that something has to give. From April 2026, legislation will change…
What makes P.I.E.R Specialists in Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment?
P.I.E.R are experts in mechanical and electrical (M & E) recruitment. For almost two decades we’ve been supplying South Wales and the West with talented,…
Do you need a Mechanical and Electrical recruitment agency?
If you’re experienced in the construction industry, it might be tempting to think that you can cope without a mechanical and electrical recruitment agency. Even…
Wales Needs 11,000 More Construction Workers
The need for more construction workers in Wales – and the UK as a whole – is a trend that’s been gradually getting worse over…
Mechanical and Electrical Rates in South Wales (2024) – infographic
Are you finding it difficult to source the mechanical and electrical workers you need for your project? Does it feel as though there just aren’t…
Why is recruiting mechanical and electrical workers so tough?
It can be incredibly frustrating trying to find mechanical and electrical workers. At P.I.E.R, recruiting M&E workers for the construction industry is our bread and…
How can I build a team of reliable mechanical and electrical workers?
Mechanical and electrical workers are an essential part of your construction workforce. It’s crucial for our clients to source the right mechanical and electrical workers…
The top challenges in construction recruitment and how we overcome them
In 2023 there are a number of challenges facing our sector. A quick google will show you plenty of articles discussing the pitfalls of our…
Build a construction workforce that will stay the course
Change will be a key theme in construction over the next 5 years. Whether it’s going green, digitisation, a greater focus on employee wellbeing, or…
Is your construction workforce tax compliant?
Following earlier consultations, the government is now in the process of publishing a consultation that seeks to regulate and tackle non-compliance in umbrella companies relating…
Pier Consulting are now P.I.E.R
A new name for a new beginning: Pier Consulting are now Paul Ingram Employment & Recruitment Ltd. (P.I.E.R). Our name may have changed, but our…
What removing grandfather rights from CSCS cards means for you
You’ll already know that CSCS cards are a hot topic at the moment. But what do the changes mean for you, and how will it…
Why are GOOD construction workers so hard to find?
A number of factors have combined to create a ‘perfect storm’ within our sector. Now, it’s harder than ever before to find good construction workers….
How to Recruit the best Construction Workers in Wales
Good quality construction workers are the backbone of our industry. With good construction workers, your business will grow. You can snap up new projects with…
Why is Compliance so important in construction recruitment?
Everyone in the construction sector should be aware of compliance legislation. Whether you’re a business that engages agency staff, you’re the agency that supplies construction…
What is the expected wage for a construction worker in the UK?
Construction worker wages can vary dramatically depending on your role within the sector, where you’re based, your level of experience, and of course, the agency…
Are Construction Wages in the UK increasing?
According to the 2022 contractors’ salary survey, ‘workers in every single category and sub-category of the construction profession saw their average wage go up at…
How can we tackle poor mental health in the Construction Industry?
Poor mental health is alarmingly common in the construction industry, and it can have devastating consequences. Anyone who’s worked in construction will understand that our…
How does the age of construction workers impact the construction industry?
The construction workforce in the UK is ageing. According to the Office of National Statistics (ONS), approximately one in five UK-born construction workers were over…
Is it possible to build a good construction workforce quickly and cheaply?
Imagine waking up one morning to find that every single role on your site has been filled overnight by a worker with the relevant skills…