Australia

There are a significant number of live infrastructure projects in Australia that offer great career prospects for construction professionals. These projects include job opportunities to join leading engineering, project management and contracting organisations in roles such as planners, project managers, civil engineers and quantity surveyors.
Major airport, rail, and metro projects, each with billion-pound budgets, are located in major urban areas such as Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth. To learn more, check out our blog post on Australian Infrastructure 

In addition, a range of school, hospital and residential projects are underway that are requiring both local and expatriate / international skilled construction professionals to join project teams.

There are also some fantastic job opportunities to work within the specialist area of construction disputes with a range of claims and expert dispute work available within both Quantum & Delay specialisms.

You can browse our Featured Australian jobs below or start a search of all our Australian jobs. 

Insights and Industry News

Maxim Insights

Hiring Trends | Staying Ahead in the Professional Construction Talent Market

In today's competitive hiring market, simply posting a job ad and waiting for the right applicant to apply won’t cut it. With growing demand, talent shortages, and shifting candidate expectations, construction firms must adapt their recruitment strategies  or risk being left behind.…

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How to Attract Top UK-Based Quantity Surveyors for International Projects

We specialise in helping global firms source the best UK-based talent for overseas opportunities. Here's how to optimise your recruitment strategy and stand out in a busy construction job site marketplace.…

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The Real Cost of a Bad Hire | And How Specialist Recruiters Reduce the Risk

Whilst on the face of it, using a construction recruitment consultancy may seem to increase the cost of recruitment, if you are looking to build a high quality and profitable workforce that meets client needs, a construction recruitment consultancy service is well worth the cost. Lets take a look at this further.…

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What’s the Difference Between a Quantity Surveyor and an Estimator?

At first glance, both Quantity Surveyors and Estimators are concerned with costs. They work with numbers, evaluate drawings and specifications, and aim to ensure that construction projects remain financially viable. However, their involvement in a project's lifecycle—and the purpose of their cost-related work—differs significantly.…

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Working abroad | How international jobs can transform your life and career

Working abroad as a Quantity Surveyor isn’t just a career move — it’s a life-changing experience. Whether you’re drawn to the innovation of Norway, the tax-free rewards of Dubai, the relaxed pace of Barbados, the natural beauty of Canada, or the structured progression in the UK, each destination offers a unique blend of opportunity, growth, and lifestyle.…

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Industry News

Sisk to buy Farrans from CRH

John Sisk & Son has agreed a deal to acquire Farrans Construction.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 September, 03:02

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Keepmoat picked for Wednesbury's Friar Park development

Keepmoat has been chosen to lead the development of a new 600-home community in the Black Country.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 September, 02:00

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Graham wins £71m Liverpool docks infra deal

The regeneration of Liverpool’s Central Docks is set to begin as Peel Waters reveals main contractor.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 September, 01:51

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Ardmore forecasts return to profit after restructure

With Ardmore Construction Limited now in administration, the wider group is forecasting a return to profit.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 September, 09:53

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Genuit pays £56m for ventilation systems manufacturer

Polypipe parent company Genuit has acquired High Wycombe-based Monodraught for £55.6m.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 September, 07:35

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