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Maxim Recruitment can offer job seekers access to some of the most exciting and rewarding construction job vacancies in London, South East England, the Midlands and across the UK. Since 2003 we have consistently recruited for many of the most successful building and civil engineering contractors, PQS, cost consultancies, developers, engineering consultancies and claims and dispute consultancies in the UK.

We work with many of the leading UK headquartered construction dispute consultancies with offices around the world.  This allows access from a United Kingdom base, to employers who are working on some of the largest and most complex quantum and delay construction disputes in the world.

Project types we frequently recruit for include major road, rail, water, power, marine, chemical plant and infrastructure contracts as well as building construction, housing, fit out and refurbishment works. 

Insights and Industry News

Maxim Insights

Claims & Disputes Professionals | Private Equity or Privately Owned Consultancy?

The construction claims and disputes consultancy market is evolving quickly. While an increasing number of consultancies are now backed by private equity, we are also seeing more independent boutique firms being established by experienced experts and industry professionals. …

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2026 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

Our salary survey has become a valuable resource for both employers and candidates, offering insight into salary trends within this specialist field. It is an essential reference for professionals looking to transition into a career in claims and disputes.…

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Clerk of Works FAQ | Simple Answers about being a Clerk of Works

Clerks of Works are in-demand throughout the UK, with many top construction companies actively looking for the right skilled individuals. This article answers many of the common questions about Clerks of Works and to how become one.…

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How to write a CV if you’re looking for your first role in Construction Claims and Disputes

Breaking into construction claims and disputes can feel daunting, especially when you’re trying to write a CV without years of “claims consultant” or “delay analyst” job titles behind you. The good news is that many professionals in this sector start out exactly where you are now.…

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UK Quantity Surveyor Salary & Market Report 2025 | 2026

It's a candidate driven market, with 93% of employers reporting difficulties in recruiting qualified staff as the competition for experienced Quantity Surveyors (QS) remains fierce, driving remuneration packages upward to combat retention challenges.…

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Industry News

Test fraudster gets prison time

CITB and Essex Police have worked together on an investigation into HS&E test fraud that saw Whitewaters Training Ltd co-director William White sentenced to more than two years in prison. Two others were given suspended sentences, and CITB has revoked identified fraudulent test results.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 2 June, 11:15

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Bouygues uses BIM for Moorfields consultations

Bouygues UK has used BIM tools from Revizto to allow medical staff to give input on the shape of the new Moorfields and UCL Centre for Eye Health.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 2 June, 10:41

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New HR head for Kier

Kier has appointed Niki Steel to its executive committee as chief human resources officer.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 2 June, 07:37

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Robots rise at Schindler

Schindler has added two new R.I.S.E elevator installation robots, aiming to enhance safety, boost efficiency, and reduce the physical strain of on-site labour. The firm now has seven robots in its fleet.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 2 June, 07:33

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Kimpton supports Cardiff high rise scheme

Kimpton has completed work on the first phase of a Watkin Jones-led residential project, Central Quay, on the site of the former Brains Brewery.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 2 June, 07:24

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