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

Maxim Insights

Why Demand for Fire Engineering Experts Is Increasing in the UK

Since the Grenfell Tower tragedy, fire safety has moved firmly to the centre of the UK's construction and property agenda. The introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022, Building Safety Regulator (BSR), the Building Safety Levy and the recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry have fundamentally changed the way fire safety is considered.…

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Which Route Offers the Best Foundation for Construction Disputes?

One of the most common questions I hear from construction professionals considering a move into claims and disputes is, which background gives you the best foundation? Is it working for a main contractor? A subcontractor? Or a consultancy?…

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Are you hiring for the person you need or the person who left?

In a market as specialist and fast-changing as construction claims and disputes, hiring a direct replacement is not always the best answer. The vacancy created by someone leaving can actually be a useful opportunity to reconsider the structure of the team, the workload coming through and where the business wants to develop next.…

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Recruitment Tailored to Your Business

Recruitment does not always fit neatly into a standard process. You might have one important vacancy to fill, several appointments to make or a senior role where finding the right person requires a more bespoke approach. At Maxim Recruitment, we believe your recruitment partner should be flexible enough to reflect your requirements.…

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From Estimator to Strategic Cost Adviser | Is It Time for Your Next Career Move?

As major infrastructure and capital programmes become increasingly complex, experienced estimating and cost professionals are increasingly valuable for their ability to combine technical expertise with commercial thinking and client advice. But could your experience be worth more than producing estimates?…

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Industry News

Mainmark helps complete Godstone sinkhole repairs

Mainmark has helped complete an 18 month repair programme in Godstone for Surrey County Council, after a 20m long sinkhole opened, and subsequently revealed extensive mine works below the village.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 October, 07:30

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Thames tunnel job finishes early

Boring work on a new cable tunnel under the Thames being built by Ferrovial Bemo JV as part of National Grid's Great Grid Upgrade has finished 49 days early, using a Herrenknecht tunnel boring machine.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 October, 07:20

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Plant and civils associations team up in Scotland

The Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) and the Civil Engineering Contractors Association Scotland (CECA Scotland) have formed a new partnership aiming to tackle skills shortages in the sector.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 October, 07:04

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Robertson completes second Manchester fire station

Mayor of Greater Manchester Bev Craig has opened a new fire station in Whitefield built by Robertson Construction North West for the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS).

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 October, 06:56

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Hitachi, Akkodis partner on smart attachments

Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe and Akkodis, part of the Adecco group, have former a partnership to develop and deliver advanced integrated solutions through the manufacturer’s European Customisation Centre.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 October, 06:49

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