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Living and Working in Canada for QS, Construction, Engineering and Claims Professionals

For UK-based professionals considering relocation, Canada offers a combination of career progression, competitive salaries, and clear immigration pathways. At Maxim Recruitment, we regularly support candidates exploring construction contractor and engineering and cost consultancy roles across the Canadian market.…

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The Magic Formula for Successful Professional Construction Recruitment

We share our magic formula to support both jobseekers and employers for the best outcomes with the investment of time and effort in long-term relationships and how that human approach is strengthened by the careful use of the latest recruitment technology. …

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Professional Construction Talent Acquisition in Competitive Canada

This article outlines how Maxim Recruitment supports Canadian construction employers through long-term recruitment partnerships, rather than reactive hiring. It explains how a combination of sector specialism, market insight and responsive recruitment support from us can helps employers compete for high-quality talent in tight labour markets.…

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Key Career Opportunities in 2026

With over 25 years of experience in UK and international construction recruitment, Maxim Recruitment is well placed to identify where demand is growing, and where construction professionals can successfully transfer their skills into new, rewarding career paths.…

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Clerk of Works FAQ | Simple Answers about being a Clerk of Works

Clerks of Works are in-demand throughout the UK, with many top construction companies actively looking for the right skilled individuals. This article answers many of the common questions about Clerks of Works and to how become one.…

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Industry News

Machine learning for machine uptime

Finnish aggregate equipment manufacturer Metso has announced new AI features for its support software that will, it says, predict maintenance needs and reduce downtime. But customers may have concerns about how the data needed is saved and how it will be shared.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 4 March, 04:36

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Re:Construction podcast – Episode 197

Rudi Klein on payment reform

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 4 March, 04:30

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A second deal for MSM/DRH

Worcester equipment dealer MSM/DRH has announced its second new partnership in less than a week, this time with telehandler manufacturer Merlo.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 4 March, 03:52

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The sun rises underground

London Underground operator Transport for London has appointed SSE Solar Solutions to build, operator and maintain dedicated solar generation, as part of a pledge by to meet its full 1.16TWh energy use from renewable sources.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 4 March, 03:26

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HS2 Curzon Street piling completes

Contractors working for the HS2 project have this week completed piling for Birmingham's Curzon Street station.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 4 March, 02:41

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