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.

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.

Australia is Crying Out for Quantity Surveyors!

Australia is Crying Out for Quantity Surveyors!

Is Australia calling for you? Here, Richard explains why demand is high right now due to the current explosion of transportation infrastructure as well as the ubiquitous sky-scraping towers and residential and mixed-use developments sprouting across the major cities.

Addressing the Underrepresentation of Women in the Construction Industry

Addressing the Underrepresentation of Women in the Construction Industry

As a recruiter in the construction industry, I have made significantly fewer female placements than male placements, and I often question why that is.

Ten Pieces of Timeless Career Advice

Ten Pieces of Timeless Career Advice

Whether you want to launch your career or take a career to the next level, applying good career advice will help you accomplish your objectives and soar to new heights. Let’s look at ten priceless career tips that have stood the test of time.

The Varieties of Construction Dispute Jobs

The Varieties of Construction Dispute Jobs

It struck me recently that there are many variables at play in Construction Dispute roles, including location, construction sector, company size and company ethos and company culture.  Let’s take a quick look at a few of these with examples.

When is it Time to Move Jobs?

When is it Time to Move Jobs?

Moving jobs is a big decision that will affect both your career and general well-being. Moving jobs is a personal and subjective decision that depends on numerous factors, but there are definitely signs that can indicate it might be time to consider a job change.

The advantages of using a specialist construction recruiter

The advantages of using a specialist construction recruiter

In this blog post, Daria discusses the advantages of working with a specialist recruitment agency like Maxim Recruitment and how we can support you with your next career move in the UK or overseas.

Career Resources Hub Highlights | The Best Bits

Career Resources Hub Highlights | The Best Bits

All of the recruitment and career resources can be found in the ‘News’ section but this post is a ‘cheat sheet’ giving a fast-track tour of the sections and specific articles that might be relevant to you – and to highlight a few of my favourite straight-talking blogs that offer some great advice.

Exciting Claims and Disputes Opportunities across the Globe

Exciting Claims and Disputes Opportunities across the Globe

We're looking for qualified candidates with extensive experience in management roles within the claims and disputes industry, as well as quantity surveyors, project managers, planners, and engineers looking to transition into their first specialised claims and disputes profession. Are you ready to take the next step?