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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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The Hidden Market | Why Top Construction Roles Are Often Filled Before They Reach Job Boards

The best opportunities never appear on job boards. From Senior Quantity Surveyors to Project Directors on flagship infrastructure developments, top construction roles are often filled quietly, through networks, referrals and specialist recruiters.…

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Data-Driven Hiring | Using Market Insights to Set Competitive Salaries

For organisations hiring quantity surveyors, project managers, planners, commercial managers and construction consultants, understanding current salary trends is essential. Using reliable market insights helps employers set competitive offers and reduce hiring delays. …

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The Business Case for Long-Term Recruitment Partnerships

Lets be honest; in many construction businesses, recruitment is reactive. A project wins approval, a team member resigns, or a workload spike suddenly creates an urgent need for additional capability. …

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Salary Or Value | Why Flexibility and Culture are Redefining A Dream Job

For decades, salary was often the defining factor when construction professionals evaluated a job opportunity. While remuneration still matters, it feels like the idea of the “dream job” in 2026 has evolved significantly.…

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Industry News

New chair planned for Stelrad

Radiator manufacturer Stelrad has appointed Martyn Coffey to succeed Bob Ellis as chair. Coffey will join the board as a non-exective director on May 1, taking over as chair after its May 20 AGM.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 20 April, 07:39

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Huddersfield Market plans approved

Kirklees Council has approved plans for the regeneration of the Grade II* Huddersfield Market. The £16.5m scheme was designed by Greig & Stephenson Architects.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 20 April, 07:30

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Gordons expands in central Scotland

Gordons Construction Equipment is opening its seventh location, the first in central Scotland, this summer, at Blairgowrie in Perthshire.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 20 April, 07:14

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Natural England go-ahead for nutrients scheme

Natural England has approved the Stodmarsh stream enhancement scheme under the Habitats Regulations, enabling nutrient neutrality credits that will allow for the development of thousands of homes around Ashford in Kent.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 20 April, 06:53

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H. E. Services helps fix Hampshire sewers

Southern Water has used a Komatsu excavator from H. E. Services for wastewater infrastructure improvemenrts at Ashurst Bridge, near Totton in Hampshire.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 20 April, 06:37

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