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Discover which construction roles offer flexible working hours, how to find them, and what the difference is with a flexi-job.
A construction job with flexible hours is a job in the construction sector where you can choose your own working hours or days. This can be through part-time work, flexible hours, on-call contracts, or a flexi-job. Many construction companies look for flexible workers for peak times or specific projects, allowing you to better combine work and private life.
<p>Flexible working in construction doesn't mean there are no rules. For example, a flexi-jobber can work a maximum of 151 hours per quarter, and on-call contracts must meet strict conditions. Yet it offers a lot of freedom, especially if you are a student, a parent with young children, or simply looking for extra income alongside a permanent job.</p>
In the construction industry, everything revolves around planning: a site must be finished on time. Yet more and more construction companies are looking for people who can be deployed flexibly. Whether you are a student, a parent with young children, or simply prefer to choose your own hours: there are plenty of construction jobs with flexible hours in Flanders. But how exactly does that work? And where do you find those jobs?
Flexible working in construction can take different forms. Sometimes it involves part-time contracts where you work fewer than 38 hours per week, often on fixed days. Other times you work with gliding working hours: you start between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m., for example, and finish correspondingly later. There are also on-call contracts, where you are called up when extra hands are needed, ideal for peak moments or unexpected jobs. And then there is the flexi-job, a special status for those who already work at least 4/5 and want to earn extra. In construction you will find all these forms, from bricklayer to truck driver.
Not every job in construction is equally flexible, but these roles are perfectly suited to flexible working hours:
Note: not every vacancy explicitly mentions 'flexible hours'. Often you have to read between the lines or contact the employer directly. On our site you can easily filter by contract type and region, so you immediately see which jobs match your desired flexibility.
Actively searching pays off. Use keywords such as 'part-time', 'on-call basis', 'flexibly deployable' or 'flexi-job' on job sites. Also check specialised platforms such as VDAB, but don't forget that we collect all construction jobs in Flanders and you can select by province: Antwerp, Limburg, East Flanders, Flemish Brabant, West Flanders. This way you immediately see the salary, the hours and the distance to your door. No hassle with long registrations.
Flexible working is not without obligations. In construction, the normal labour rules regarding maximum hours, rest periods and safety also apply. For a flexi-job, for example, you may work a maximum of 151 hours per quarter in 2026, and you must already have another job of at least 4/5. On-call contracts require a framework agreement and a minimum call-up period. The construction sector has specific collective labour agreements that determine wages and conditions. Always check whether your employer is registered and whether your social protection is in order. More information can be found on the website of the FPS Employment.
A flexi-job in construction is perfectly possible, but not for every role. For example, as a flexi-jobber you may not perform work that is exclusively reserved for registered contractors, unless you have the right certificates. Typical flexi-job tasks are helping out, cleaning up, delivering materials, or simple painting jobs. Your pay as a flexi-jobber is favourable: you pay no taxes or social contributions on your gross salary, only a flexi-job compensation of 28% for the employer. So you keep more net. In construction, hourly wages are often higher than the minimum, so it can be interesting. Read our guide on flexi-job taxes for all the details.
The salary depends on your role, experience and contract type. A starting construction worker earns around €17-19 gross per hour. With a flexi-job you receive the same gross but more net because no social security or taxes are deducted. Drivers and specialised tradesmen often earn more, up to €25 per hour. On-call workers usually receive the same pay as permanent staff, plus possibly a call-up premium. Of course, on our site you immediately see the exact salary per vacancy. That way you know where you stand.
Flexible hours combine the best of both worlds: you earn an income and retain freedom. Ideal for students, school leavers who want to try things out first, parents with care responsibilities, or those who have their own business as a secondary occupation. The construction sector is crying out for flexible workers, so you have a good chance. However, it is important that you do not shy away from physical work and that you are willing to get up early. The atmosphere on site is often collegial, and you see the direct result of your work. Are you considering going part-time in construction? Be sure to check out the most in-demand construction professions and discover where you can step in.
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