Australia

There are a significant number of live infrastructure projects in Australia that offer great career prospects for construction professionals. These projects include job opportunities to join leading engineering, project management and contracting organisations in roles such as planners, project managers, civil engineers and quantity surveyors.
Major airport, rail, and metro projects, each with billion-pound budgets, are located in major urban areas such as Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth. To learn more, check out our blog post on Australian Infrastructure 

In addition, a range of school, hospital and residential projects are underway that are requiring both local and expatriate / international skilled construction professionals to join project teams.

There are also some fantastic job opportunities to work within the specialist area of construction disputes with a range of claims and expert dispute work available within both Quantum & Delay specialisms.

You can browse our Featured Australian jobs below or start a search of all our Australian jobs. 

Insights and Industry News

Maxim Insights

Top Reasons Why Claims and Disputes Candidates Get Rejected

The construction claims and disputes market is highly specialised. Although demand remains strong for experienced quantum, delay and claims professionals, securing a role with a leading consultancy is not always straightforward.…

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Why Strong Claims and Disputes Candidates Withdraw from Interview Processes?

Understanding why good candidates disengage can help employers improve their recruitment approach and reduce the risk of losing people they would otherwise want to hire.…

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How can ICWCI Membership help your Clerk of Works career?

ICWCI membership is one way to show that your experience is recognised by the professional body for your specialism. It can support your credibility, strengthen your CV and help you understand your next step in the profession.…

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Toronto Infrastructure Update: Billy Bishop Expansion Rejected as Yonge North Subway Extension Gains Momentum

Two recent project updates highlight the changing priorities shaping the city’s built environment: the federal government has rejected proposals to expand Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, while the Yonge North Subway Extension has reached an important construction milestone with completion of its tunnel launch shaft excavation.…

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What Top Delay and Quantum Experts Value When Joining A Consultancy

For employers looking to attract senior delay analysts, quantum consultants, claims specialists and testifying experts, understanding what these candidates value is essential.…

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Industry News

Insulation training expands as apprenticeships soar

The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association will expand its National Training Centre in Darlington, as apprentice enrolments hit 199, up from 130 last academic year.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 August, 07:39

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Persimmon wins OK for 328 Dorset homes

Dorset Council has approved Persimmon's plans for 328 zero-carbon ready homes, with 185 approved in outline and 143 receiving detailed consent.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 August, 07:33

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Lazari picks Vert for resurrection of Art Deco landmark

Lazari has appointed Vert Projects as main contractor on the dMFK designed refurbishment of the Carreras building in Mornington Crescent, formerly known as Greater London House.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 August, 07:25

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US buildings and UK power drive Balfour Beatty growth

Balfour Beatty revenues reached £5,563m in the first half of 2026, up from £5,150m in 2025. Underlying profit from operations hit £119m, up from £77m. The group's order book was £22.9bn, up from £22.7bn at the end of 2025, and £19.5bn in the first half of that year.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 August, 07:15

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Revenues surge at Structure Tone

UK fit out specialist Structure Tone, part of the US STO Building Group, saw gross revenue of £448.8m in 2025, up from £157m in the year prior, with profit before tax reaching £12.6m from £1.7m in 2024.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 12 August, 06:51

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