Technology Trends Transforming the Construction Industry

Technology Trends Transforming the Construction Industry

Construction industry is slow to embrace new technologies, but drones, AI, 3D printing and robotics can be more powerful than a hard hat and toolbox

Permanent vs Freelance for Quantity Surveyors & Construction Disputes Professionals

Permanent vs Freelance for Quantity Surveyors & Construction Disputes Professionals

We outline some of the top risks and benefits to working as a QS or Claims professional on a contract basis – take them into account when planning your career

Expatriate Quantity Surveyors - Britain Needs You!

Expatriate Quantity Surveyors - Britain Needs You!

With ambitious plans for the UK Construction industry over the next 20 years, it's a very fair concern to wonder where the labour force is going to come from

Supporting Hong Kong’s Construction Industry - The Lighthouse Club

Supporting Hong Kong’s Construction Industry - The Lighthouse Club

With 1000+ members in Hong Kong, The Lighthouse Club raises HKD2M a year to provide financial assistance to workers and families in need in the construction industry

Top 5 Tips to Transfer into Construction Disputes

Top 5 Tips to Transfer into Construction Disputes

5 top tips to help you become more employable in Claims, Disputes, Expert Witness - also for QS and Planners who want to transfer to construction disputes market

ICES Thames River Cruise

ICES Thames River Cruise

On Thursday 14th July, Maxim Recruitment joined the Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) as a sponsor for their annual Thames cruise trip.  Steve, Richard and Adam from Maxim Recruitment jo

Never a Better Time to Become a UK Quantity Surveyor

Never a Better Time to Become a UK Quantity Surveyor

There is a clear trend from many construction companies wanting to take on Quantity Surveyors at a junior level in the current market. The UK construction market is currently riding one of the most pr

UK Construction Disputes Jobs Plentiful

UK Construction Disputes Jobs Plentiful

Whether you are a disputes professional already or are thinking of transferring into the field as a Quantum Consultant / Delay Analyst – now is the time to look

The Art of Networking in the Construction Industry

The Art of Networking in the Construction Industry

Networking events can serve a purpose whatever your position in the construction industry. Let's face it, when can you ever have too many contacts in your chosen industry?

Shortage Occupation List for UK Construction Industry 2016-2017

Shortage Occupation List for UK Construction Industry 2016-2017

Is your construction job title on the list for a better chance at sponsorship and being granted the right to come and work in the UK?

Infrastructure & Built Environment Growing Fast in UK But Skills Gap Large

Infrastructure & Built Environment Growing Fast in UK But Skills Gap Large

CPA says 3% growth this year in UK construction market. But still has over 300,000 less people in employment than it did over 7 years ago producing a skills gap.

UK Quantity Surveyors: 6 Benefits of Working for Smaller Contractors In Construction

UK Quantity Surveyors: 6 Benefits of Working for Smaller Contractors In Construction

A wave of smaller UK construction contractors are experiencing rapid growth and hiring Quantity Surveyors – here are some tips for working at smaller firms.