Quantity Surveying & Construction Jobs
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16 September 2025
This blog explores a recruiter’s experience of securing a visa to work in Canada and which route may suit construction professionals at different stages of their careers.
12 September 2025
As a specialist recruiter in the niche field of construction claims and disputes, I am increasingly asked by candidates about the level of diversity within the consultancies I represent. To provide clearer answers to have on hand when interviewing, I had a close look at the data.
11 September 2025
For many professionals, September not only signifies the end of summer holidays but also a chance to refocus on personal and career goals. It’s the ideal time to take stock of your career.
8 September 2025
In today’s construction landscape, understanding what drives a quantity surveyor’s salary is essential for professionals at every stage of their career. Throughout our 3 part series, we examine the factors that shape a quantity surveyor’s salary.
8 September 2025
Salaries for quantity surveyor jobs can vary significantly across the globe, these differences are shaped not just by location, but by the specific construction sector worked in, the complexity and risk of the projects managed and the growing demand in emerging sectors.
8 September 2025
Understanding regional salary differences, international market trends, and visa or accreditation requirements is a valuable consideration when looking where you might most want to work abroad as a QS or Senior QS.
7 June 2025
My clients often highlight that the most successful consultants aren’t just those with the sharpest analytical minds—but those who bring positive energy, show emotional intelligence, and can be trusted to represent the company professionally in any setting. In short, people enjoy working with them. And in a relationship-driven industry like this, that makes all the difference.
6 June 2025
So, can engineers be Delay Analysts? This may be an obvious answer to those working in the industry, but having recruited in this industry and reaching out to engineers, the majority don’t even know this role exists or they assume this role could only be completed by planners or by legal professionals.
5 June 2025
If you’ve been in the industry a while, you’ve likely resigned from a role or two. But even seasoned professionals know: how you leave matters, especially in a close-knit sector like construction.
21 April 2025
Our "Construction Career Advice" blog category and our Career Advice Section offer a comprehensive range of articles tailored to jobseekers. To assist readers in navigating this wealth of information, we've organised the content we have created over many years into eight key themes.
8 April 2025
The terms Cost Manager and Quantity Surveyor are often used interchangeably within the construction industry, and this can become confusing at times. Quantity Surveying (QS) and Cost Management jobs are roles with duties that can overlap, but this does not mean they are the same thing.
8 April 2025
Whether you work remotely full-time or just a few days a week, your home office setup can significantly impact productivity, focus, and professionalism. Here’s some tips to create an effective and professional workspace.