Balancing Your Work and Life Needs Constant Adjustment

Balancing Your Work and Life Needs Constant Adjustment

Last month we looked at company culture and how to assess it, this month we look at how to find the right balance between work and your personal life, which is always a balancing act. 

How to Retain Top Talent in Construction Claims and Disputes

How to Retain Top Talent in Construction Claims and Disputes

As a specialist recruiter in the industry, I have frequent conversations with candidates who are looking to move from their current employer – and there are various reasons that are regularly pointed out to me. Here is a guide on how to reduce employee turnover and retain the very best talent.

Am I Pecking Your Head Jobseekers?

Am I Pecking Your Head Jobseekers?

Why do we ask all the difficult questions at the first interview stage? And why are there further follow up questions and sometimes a second interview before your details are even submitted to the client employer?  Read on and I will explain.

Best Practices for Employers to Maximise Interview Efficiency

Best Practices for Employers to Maximise Interview Efficiency

Regularly reviewing and refining your organisation’s interview process is essential for maintaining efficiency and staying competitive. Find out why post-interview feedback is so important.

Pivotal Roles in Building and Infrastructure Projects in Dubai

Pivotal Roles in Building and Infrastructure Projects in Dubai

In the dynamic construction industry of the United Arab Emirates or UAE, major building and infrastructure projects require meticulous planning and co-ordination to ensure timely delivery, cost-effectiveness and quality standards.

Construction Jobs in the UK | Should you Consider NOT Going to Work Abroad!?

Construction Jobs in the UK | Should you Consider NOT Going to Work Abroad!?

It is always a good idea to consider your career options fully before committing either to go overseas or to stay with the same company for a long time. There are advantages to staying in the UK to build your professional construction career as well as a great many prospects to do the same overseas. 

Job Titles DO Matter

Job Titles DO Matter

It’s quite fashionable these days for employers to say Job Titles don’t matter, but when it comes to advertising and recruiting for construction jobs they are crucial, find out why.

Company Culture and how to recognise it in the Construction Industry

Company Culture and how to recognise it in the Construction Industry

Here, we consider the often-overlooked factor of company culture, and its clear correspondence with job satisfaction, longevity, career and promotion potential within a role.

How Hiring Managers Can Effectively Shortlist Candidates with the Help of a Recruitment Consultant

How Hiring Managers Can Effectively Shortlist Candidates with the Help of a Recruitment Consultant

In today’s competitive job market, finding the right candidate to fill a construction job role can be a challenging and time-consuming task. This is where hiring managers can turn to Maxim to ensure they find the best fit for their team while managing their limited time most effectively.

The Relative Merits of Local vs International Candidates for Construction Jobs

The Relative Merits of Local vs International Candidates for Construction Jobs

FOR EMPLOYERS | Steve looks at the unfortunate reality that there is a shortage of premium construction candidates across most specialist professional technical skills right around the world.

Navigating The Challenges of the HR Manager

Navigating The Challenges of the HR Manager

As a specialist construction recruitment agency, we understand the pain points and try to find ways to provide effective solutions. Let’s explore some of the most pressing challenges and strategies Maxim can offer to help.

Advice and Help on How to Break into Your First Role in Construction Claims and Disputes

Advice and Help on How to Break into Your First Role in Construction Claims and Disputes

I thought it would be a good idea to create a concise guide giving crucial points, that have proven useful for candidates considering a move into this niche of the construction industry, that we provide as required to our candidates who attend job interviews for these types of roles.