AN employment agency says it will fill at least 1400 construction jobs this year.

Maxwell Bruce said half of those jobs would be via its Glasgow office.

The recruitment expert, which specialises in engineering as well as construction, will work to fill the positions - which range from general operatives to middle and senior management - over the course of 2015.

The roles will give successful candidates the chance to work with stalwarts in traditional trades such as Land Engineering.

Roddy Donaldson, Managing Director of Maxwell Bruce, said: "The construction industry in Scotland and the UK is really beginning to grow again following the recession, and this will offer a great range of job opportunities throughout the year. Around 50 per cent of the vacancies will be filled via our Glasgow office. We're looking forward to meeting the city's prospective candidates and finding the right people for the right jobs.

"There's a wealth of talent out there, so I'm sure we'll secure the best for all of our clients. I'd even encourage people who perhaps have limited or no experience in construction, but who wish to get back into the industry or enter it for the first time, to take a look at the roles available. There could be a great opportunity to begin - or restart - a rewarding career."

As well as its Glasgow office, the company also has bases in Dundee and Dunfermline.