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

Exploring Construction Claims in Hong Kong | A Lucrative Career Path for suitably qualified Engineers and Quantity Surveyors

For qualified engineers and quantity surveyors, pursuing a career in construction claims Hong Kong offers a compelling opportunity for professional growth, financial reward and sector influence.…

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The Client Side Quantity Surveyor’s Critical Role on Integrated Resorts in Macau

The 10-year licenses for operating a casino within integrated resorts in Macau were awarded to 6 concessionaries back in 2022. Covid delayed the following construction phase, however 2025 will see a shift in momentum as operators start to award major design and construction contracts and start to scramble for precious resources and talent.…

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An Update on Infrastructure Developments in Malaysia

The economic and construction outlook is optimistic in Malaysia and here Richard looks at 3 major rail infrastructure development programs in the planning which should keep construction engineers, project managers, planning engineers and rail system engineers busy for the next 10 years.…

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2024 is an Exciting Year for Hong Kong’s Rail, Road and Building Infrastructure

Tower cranes and road traffic cones remain ubiquitous on the streets and skyline of Hong Kong as this unique place continues unabated to build. Civil Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Construction Managers and Planners will be in demand and busy in jobs for decades to come.  …

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Is Recruitment in the Hong Kong Construction Industry Sustainable?

This week Richard attended the Hong Kong Construction Industry Council’s Global Construction Sustainability Forum and Exhibition where he discussed the forecasted volume of work planned for the coming years and the critical shortage of manpower faced by the construction industry.…

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Industry News

Will Rudd helps bring solar to Scottish Water HQ

Will Rudd has supported OCS's delivery of 1MW of solar power, using 2,250 panels mounted over 243 car parking bays, at Scottish Water's Stepps, Glasgow, headquarters.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 15 September, 07:48

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Graham wins Oxford flood defence contract

The Environment Agency has appointed Graham to deliver the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme, whcih aims to save £1.8bn of potential flood damage and disruption.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 15 September, 07:41

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Adderstone to reuse materials for Strata NE debut

Adderstone Civils will reuse excavated materials on a project for Strata in Spennymoor, County Durham, the housebuilder's first in the north east.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 15 September, 07:29

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Arcadis supports completion of A38(M) strengthening

Arcadis, acting as project manager and supervisor, has supported the completion of strengthening works on the A38(M) Tame Valley viaduct in Birmingham.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 15 September, 07:22

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Barhale finds savings, wins Severn Trent contract

During early contractor involvement on Severn Trent Water's Ravenstone treatment works upgrade, Barhale identified a 40%, £2m, cost reduction and has now been appointed to the main works contract.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 15 September, 07:08

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