Canada & Americas

Canada is a very exciting and fast growing location in which to live and work.  As a professional experienced in either the civil engineering infrastructure, building construction or management consulting sectors there are a range of great jobs and career opportunities available for local Canadians, returning Canadians and international construction professionals willing to relocate to take up exciting long term jobs in Canada.

There is a vibrant rail construction sector, which offers roles for professionals with experience in civil engineering, electrification, signalling and permanent way.  There is a vibrant construction jobs market within the airport and aviation sector as well as for Public Private Partnership P3 and Alternative Financing and Procurement AFP professionals working directly within and advising to the construction industry.  The building construction market is also very busy going into 2025 and is in need of specialist skills.

Many of the current job vacancies available are based in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and across wider Ontario and also in Vancouver, British Columbia - although there are also other regional hotspots also. 

There are also exciting job opportunities available in the USA, including in New York and other major cities.

Insights and Industry News

Maxim Insights

The 6 Signs It Might Be Time for a Career Move

Not everyone who changes jobs is actively looking for one. Sometimes, the thought of moving starts much earlier, perhaps as a feeling that your current role isn't quite delivering what it used to, or that you've stopped progressing.…

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What Makes a Construction Professional Stay? The Factors Employers Often Overlook

Recruitment doesn't start when someone hands in their notice.  For employers, understanding why good people stay can be just as valuable as understanding why they leave. So what actually makes them stay with an employer for five, ten or even twenty years?…

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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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Industry News

CCL picked for ECF's Bicycle Works

CCL Facades will join parent company and lead contractor Caddick Construction on Wolverhampton's Bicycle Works, a 331 home development being built for English Cities Fund (ECF), a partnership between Homes England, L&G and Muse.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 August, 07:22

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Eagle takes first 15t 3-series Takeuchi

Eagle Plant has taken delivery of its first 15t Takeuchi 3-series excavator, a fixed boom TB3150R, recently launched at Hillhead.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 August, 07:02

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New CEO for STA

The Structural Timber Association has appointed Iain McIlwee as CEO, replacing Andrew Orrisss. McIlwee will take up the role from November.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 August, 06:59

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Acorn builds contracts team

Asbestos management consultancy Acorn Analytical Services, has promoted three team members—David Kelsey, Ellis Bastable, and Charlie Dalby—as it grows its contracts team,

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 August, 06:48

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National Highways targets A38 for renewal

National Highways is investing more than £10m in upgrading the A38 through Devon, refurbishing two viaducts, improving drainage, tackling trees affected by Ash dieback, and enhancing road surfaces.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 August, 06:38

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