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Construction Recruitment in Canada

In 2024, Maxim is celebrating 21 years in business, and we are grateful to our construction industry customers around the world, including across Canada. This blog will take a look at the ‘value add’ that we continue to bring to our Canadian customers in particular and reflect on why we like working in the Canada market so much.…

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Finding the Right Talent for Your New Dubai Business Setup

Dubai's fast-paced economy, unique business culture, and strategic geographical location make it an attractive hub for foreign companies to come and establish an office. However, the challenge of finding the right talent that not only understands the local environment but can also bring global best practices, cannot be underestimated.…

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Career Development Opportunities for Quantity Surveyor Professionals in Canada

This blog will discuss the potential for career growth within the Canadian construction industry, including opportunities for further education, professional qualifications and specialization.…

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2024 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

Due to popular demand, we are pleased to launch the 4th annual salary guide for construction claims and disputes professionals working in the UK.…

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What is the Route to Winning Your Own Expert Work within Construction Disputes?

 I was recently asked by a potential candidate what the career path is to become a Quantum Expert. I’m confident that I managed to provide a satisfactory answer, although it was more complicated to explain than I had initially assumed; hence this article trying to think it through fully. The points that follow also apply to those considering working towards becoming a Delay Expert.…

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Industry News

Clear the decks!

Honda’s decision in 2018 to close its Swindon factory came as a huge shock to the Wiltshire town and the UK motor industry. But work is now under way to demolish the huge car factory to make way for a new chapter in the site’s industrial history. David Taylor reports.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 10 June, 09:15

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Arcadis raises inflation forecasts as contractors get bogged down

While consumer price inflation in the UK appears to be returning to a more normal level, construction tender prices will continue to escalate, it seems.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 10 June, 07:10

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British Offsite wins Dagenham panels deal

London-based Major Housing Association has placed a £1m contract with British Offsite for concrete panels with which to build a block of flats in Dagenham.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 10 June, 06:33

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Banner Contracts brings in Remax 600

Darlington-based Banner Contracts has bought a machine that uses artificial intelligence to produce aggregate of the perfect grade.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 10 June, 06:03

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Timber imports soften but prices stabilise

Timber imports slowed in the first quarter of 2024, latest industry statistics show.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 10 June, 06:02

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