FAQs

At Costain we implement a dynamic working approach, where employees are empowered to have more control over their working hours and locations, in line with the needs of the individual, team, project and client. 

Dynamic working is available to everyone regardless of role or location and can include temporary changes to working patterns to be discussed and agreed by your line manager. 

Flexible working is available to employees from day one and constitutes a permanent change to your terms and conditions. Flexible working options can include a reduction in working hours or days, compressed working hours, job sharing or home working. 

We offer a range of leave to support our employees in undertaking their personal obligations and goals outside of work. As well as parental and adoption leave offering, we also provide further types of leave which are explained here.

No, we will provide with the training and support to get you through the relevant level of CSCS training you need.

No, your contractual location is viewed as your base site. If you need to visit other sites or offices then this can be reclaimed via expenses. 

We recognise that UK Bank Holidays typically mark Christian festivals. Our Holy festivals leave allows employees of different faiths to swap a bank holiday for a festival relevant to their personal religion, providing recognition and flexibility for people of all faiths.  

Absolutely. Costain prides itself on growing and developing our people in whatever way they wish. 

We aim to have a soft copy contract to you within 48 hours of your verbal offer and a hard copy within five working days. 

The policy around overtime is based on your basic salary and site hours and will be discussed once an offer is made.

Pay reviews are held annually and are based on the bi-annual performance review held with your manager. 

Yes, we actively encourage our people to experience other sectors and try new skills, and support additional training if required.