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

Infrastructure Projects to Watch in Canada, the UK and Dubai

Here we summarise some of the most interesting new and recently awarded civil engineering, aviation and rail infrastructure projects that are happening in 2025 in Toronto and Vancouver in Canada, in the UK and in Dubai. …

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The Evolution of Architecture Across the Middle East

It was 20 years ago when I first arrived in the Emirate and the architecture in the Middle East has undergone a fascinating transformation in the past two decades. It reflects a blend of tradition, innovation and modern and is a hotbed of creativity and growth, attracting architects from around the world to contribute to its skyline.…

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Pivotal Roles in Building and Infrastructure Projects in Dubai

In the dynamic construction industry of the United Arab Emirates or UAE, major building and infrastructure projects require meticulous planning and co-ordination to ensure timely delivery, cost-effectiveness and quality standards.…

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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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The Excitement Is Building In Dubai (Once Again!)

Take a look at the insatiable appetite for development which Dubai and the rest of the UAE appears to have, once again, in spades! (excuse the pun). Also, some exciting new construction jobs in the Middle East which the Maxim Recruitment Team is currently working hard to fill.…

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Industry News

Falcon acquires RHT Lifting Equipment

Tower crane and lifting specialist Falcon Group has acquired Robert Harwood Trading (East Anglia) Ltd, which trades as RHT Lifting Equipment.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 7 September, 07:47

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Perega and Severfield to add detail to Old Oak Common roof

Perega has won its first appointment to an HS2 job, providing design support to Severfield for secondary steelwork on the roof of Old Oak Common station.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 7 September, 07:40

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Lighthouse sounds alarm over workers in crisis

Construction charity Lighthouse has launched an urgent appeal for £200,000 in funding to help meet record demand for its service from construction workers in crisis.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 7 September, 07:24

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Eric Wright keeps profits moving up

Eric Wright Construction has reported profit before tax of £3.5m in 2025, up from £2.5m, on turnover of £100.7m, down from £105.3m in 2024.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 7 September, 07:07

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Voluntary arrangements backed for Ardmore companies

Creditors have backed Company Voluntary Arrangements for seven companies in the Ardmore group. The companies will quit contracting and focus on areas the will deliver a better outcome than liquidation for the creditors.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 7 September, 06:54

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