Due to the current economic situation in the United Kingdom, a number of projects have been completely scrapped or put on hold.  One current project that is still going ahead and creating a lot of construction jobs in the process is that of Shard London Bridge.  

It recently surpassed Heron Tower as the highest building in London and for those in possession of a CSCS card in London there is still a chance to work on this monumental building.

Shard London Bridge

Shard London Bridge otherwise known as the London Bridge Tower was started in March 2009.  It was designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano.  By the time the building is completed in 2012 it is expected to be 310 metres tall, making it the tallest building in the EU.  Built in an irregular triangle shape, the building aims to make the most of natural daylight.

Shard London Bridge is expected to have 72 floors hosting residential apartments, restaurants, a hotel, a spa, an observation deck and office space.  It also aims to be a green building with the hope that the excess heat being produced on the office floors (4-28) will be used to heat the hotel and apartments.

How to Find Work

Coming into the business district of London, it is not hard to find work with construction companies and hoardings brimming in the area.  Before applying for a job with one of these construction firms it is a good idea to take the CSCS health, safety & environment test in London or elsewhere in the UK.  With most companies now requiring their workers to have a CSCS card in London this should be your first priority.

Once you have obtained your CSCS card in London the next step is to start applying for jobs at construction companies in the capital.  A quick internet search will help you with a list of names, telephone numbers, postal and email addresses. The construction company building the Shard is Mace so this is who you need to contact if you would like to be part of this epic project.

The Changing Skyline

London is one of the best cities to find construction work in the UK and it comes as no surprise that the London skyline is forever changing.  With the completion of Heron Tower in April 2010 and the completion of the Shard London Bridge expected next year, we can only wonder what masterpiece this city will be home to next.