Dubai & Middle East

Some of the world’s most exciting construction job vacancies are available in Dubai and other locations in the Middle East. Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Project Managers, Planners and a variety of other construction professionals are needed for site and head office roles in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia.

Massive civil engineering infrastructure works are ongoing including major rail, bridge, road, tunnel, and water projects. Building construction, property and fit out professionals will also find some of the world’s most complex and fast track projects to work on.

Insights and Industry News

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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

Centurion snaps up Aerial Platforms Limited

Aberdeen-based equipment hire specialist Centurion Group has acquired the business of powered-access hirer Aerial Platforms Ltd (APL).

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 18 May, 02:51

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Landsec pivots from offices to residential

Major developer Land Securities has decided to focus its attention more on residential schemes than office blocks.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 May, 07:52

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Britlift offers modular roof truss lifter

Lifting beam manufacturer Britlift has developed a modular lifting beam specifically for lifting roof trusses.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 May, 07:21

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Chinese Cats added to excavator tariff list

Having lost a legal challenge, Caterpillar Xuxhou excavators now face UK tariffs.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 May, 07:11

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Explore to supply Megaplanks to Fifty Fenchurch Street

Multiplex is using competitor Laing O’Rourke’s Megaplank flooring system on its £400m Fifty Fenchurch Street project in London.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 May, 05:51

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