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• How valuable is this RICS Expert Witness Certificate? Posted by Stuart Hackett on Tuesday, July 09, 2019

  The RICS Expert Witness Certificate is appearing more frequently on candidate CV’s in the construction disputes sector. For those of you unfamiliar with this course, I’ll shed some light on what it is, and how valuable it may be to your career.…

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• Claims: What should I do next? Chartership or Masters? Posted by Stuart Hackett on Tuesday, March 19, 2019

  For candidates wanting to make a move into the construction claims and expert witness industry, qualifications and professional memberships are very important additions to your CV in order to be an attractive candidate to leading employers.…

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• Making the move from Quantity Surveying into Expert Witness Services Posted by Stuart Hackett on Monday, February 18, 2019

  Working in Expert Witness services can provide some of the most lucrative salaries and bonuses within the construction industry. For many Quantity Surveyors, making the move into this niche and lucratively paid sector is an appealing prospect.…

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• How Language Skills May Give You a Cutting Edge in the Disputes Sector Posted by Stuart Hackett on Friday, December 14, 2018

  Multilingual candidates can be very sought after in the Disputes sector, even for roles based in the UK where you may be required to work on international projects.…

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• First Time Movers into Construction Claims & Disputes Roles - Salaries Posted by Stuart Hackett on Wednesday, November 21, 2018

  Moving into a specialist construction claims and disputes role can be a highly rewarding and financially lucrative career decision. It’s most common for candidates to start their career in more traditional construction roles such as Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Planning or Engineering before deciding to specialise in claims and disputes work.…

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• Construction Disputes - New Challenges Posted by Stuart Hackett on Thursday, October 18, 2018

  October this year will mark my 11th anniversary with Maxim Recruitment. It’s been some journey! During such time I’ve predominantly recruited for Quantity Surveyors and construction disputes staff…

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• The BEST Qualifications to pursue, to specialise in Construction Disputes Posted by Adam Cadwaladr on Tuesday, May 15, 2018

  Specialists with a technical construction background, such as in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Planning, Engineering and Construction Management get insights here on which qualifications matter to who…

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• Construction Disputes: A Passport for International Exploration Posted by Adam Cadwaldr on Tuesday, April 24, 2018

  Some how to’s for Quantity Surveyors, Planners and Engineers who want to see the world, progress a successful career, and develop valuable skills and experience…

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• 12 Points to Assess Whether Expert Witness Work is for You Posted by Adam Cadwaladr on Monday, February 26, 2018

  Get our 12 step checklist to see if moving into the construction Expert Witness sector is for you – particularly useful for Quantity Surveyors and Planners…

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• Market Update 2017Q4: UK Major Contract Awards Posted by Steve Thomas on Tuesday, January 23, 2018

  November 2017 had highest monthly new construction contracts awarded for 2 yrs. More about North West, Midlands, London projects for QS and Claims Managers…

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