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Construction Claims and Disputes Advice

Our "Construction Claims and Disputes" blog category offers a wealth of insights tailored for both employers and jobseekers in the construction claims and disputes sector. Here we show you the highlights.…

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Professional Construction Career Advice

Our "Construction Career Advice" blog category and our Career Advice Section   offer a comprehensive range of articles tailored to jobseekers. To assist readers in navigating this wealth of information, we've organised the content we have created over many years into eight key themes.  …

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What's the difference between a Quantity Surveyor and a Cost Manager?

The terms Cost Manager and Quantity Surveyor are often used interchangeably within the construction industry, and this can become confusing at times. Quantity Surveying (QS) and Cost Management jobs are roles with duties that can overlap, but this does not mean they are the same thing. …

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Creating the Perfect Home Office

Whether you work remotely full-time or just a few days a week, your home office setup can significantly impact productivity, focus, and professionalism. Here’s some tips to create an effective and professional workspace.…

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2025 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

We're pleased to have prepared the 5th edition of our highly anticipated salary survey and guide, tailored specifically for construction claims and disputes professionals in the UK.…

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Industry News

Liebherr shuffles sales team as super-salesman bows out

Liebherr Great Britain has reorganised its mobile crane sales team with the retirement of Steve Elliott.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 22 May, 07:37

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Caledonian Brewery to be turned into flats

Artisan Real Estate has secured planning permission for a residential-led regeneration of Edinburgh’s Caledonian Brewery.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 22 May, 07:01

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Norfolk saw mill fined £40k for dust offences

A wood supplier has been fined £40,000 for failing to protect its workers from exposure to wood dust.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 22 May, 06:24

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Robertson gets to work on £38m Royal Bolton scheme

Robertson Construction has begun work on RAAC replacement at Royal Bolton Hospital

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 22 May, 06:05

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Glasgow approves final Collegelands development

Glasgow City Council has given the green light for a £95m multi-use residential development in Calton.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 22 May, 05:58

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