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2026 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

Our salary survey has become a valuable resource for both employers and candidates, offering insight into salary trends within this specialist field. It is an essential reference for professionals looking to transition into a career in claims and disputes.…

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The Hidden Market | Why Top Construction Roles Are Often Filled Before They Reach Job Boards

The best opportunities never appear on job boards. From Senior Quantity Surveyors to Project Directors on flagship infrastructure developments, top construction roles are often filled quietly, through networks, referrals and specialist recruiters.…

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Data-Driven Hiring | Using Market Insights to Set Competitive Salaries

For organisations hiring quantity surveyors, project managers, planners, commercial managers and construction consultants, understanding current salary trends is essential. Using reliable market insights helps employers set competitive offers and reduce hiring delays. …

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The Business Case for Long-Term Recruitment Partnerships

Lets be honest; in many construction businesses, recruitment is reactive. A project wins approval, a team member resigns, or a workload spike suddenly creates an urgent need for additional capability. …

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Salary Or Value | Why Flexibility and Culture are Redefining A Dream Job

For decades, salary was often the defining factor when construction professionals evaluated a job opportunity. While remuneration still matters, it feels like the idea of the “dream job” in 2026 has evolved significantly.…

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Industry News

NHBC celebrates first skills hub graduations

The National House Building Council has launched its first multi-skills training hub in Lichfield, Staffordshire, celebrating the graduation of its first apprentices.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 March, 03:01

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Arup selected for first UK SMR

Great British Energy - Nuclear has selected Arup for early phase work on the country’s first small modular reactor, at Wylfa.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 March, 02:32

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Crane manufacturer in 3D printing hook-up

Always looking for new applications for its knuckle boom cranes, Palfinger has struck up a relationship with a manufacturer of 3D printing technology.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 March, 10:40

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Ainscough sees profits drop

Accounts filed by Ainscough Crane Hire reveal a substantial fall in profits in what the board called “subdued market conditions".

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 March, 08:32

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Work starts at Worksop shopping mall

Main contractor GF Tomlinson has begun work on a £20m redevelopment of a shopping centre in Worksop.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 March, 08:01

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