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• The latest effects of the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic on the UK and worldwide construction industry Posted by Steve Thomas and Stuart Hackett on Tuesday, March 24, 2020

  Construction businesses the world over are doing their best to change the way they work.…

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• Your Guide to Working in Australia Posted by Richard Poulter on Thursday, November 21, 2019

  With some of the highest average salaries in the world, a strong economy and a good work-life balance, it’s no wonder many people look for construction jobs in Australia. If you’re thinking about working abroad, Australia may well be just the ticket.…

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• IR35 And Construction Workers Posted by Steve Thomas on Wednesday, October 23, 2019

  Upcoming changes to IR35 mean that temporary staff across the UK construction industry could be subject to new tax rules from April 2020 – learn more.…

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• What Does an Expert Witness do? Posted by Stuart Hackett on Wednesday, September 18, 2019

  Do you know what an Expert Witness is, or what they do? Maxim Recruitment is a market leader in the recruitment of construction claims and disputes professionals. If you are an aspiring expert then get in touch today and see how you can elevate your career.…

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• The Evolution and Importance of QA in Construction Posted by Richard Poulter on Friday, February 22, 2019

  Where did quality assurance come from, and why do we need it? See how quality assurance managers have a crucial role to play in construction projects.…

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• Canadian Infrastructure Projects to Watch in 2019 Posted by Steve Thomas on Monday, January 21, 2019

  Canada is undergoing an infrastructure boom not seen in decades – here’s the latest projects hitting the ground this year and what roles are required.…

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• Acronyms in the World of Construction Posted by Katie Keenan on Tuesday, November 27, 2018

  Being new to the construction industry and the recruitment industry, I am quickly learning about acronyms in the construction world. There is a special language just for people in the industry and it takes a while to key in to all the buzz words and letters.…

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• Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge: Update on the World’s Third Longest Posted by Tim Cole on Thursday, October 27, 2016

  HKZMB reached a milestone last month but difficulties with it and related projects will require experienced construction professionals to bring them to completion…

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• New Thames River Crossings Good News for Engineers Posted by Steve Thomas on Tuesday, October 18, 2016

  East London developments to be serviced by three new river crossings opening up the market for construction professionals and engineers…

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• Hong Kong’s Problem Projects Posted by Tim Cole on Wednesday, April 20, 2016

  Hong Kong’s huge civil engineering and infrastructure projects are not going to plan – our take on the positives and negatives of working on problem projects…

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