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 Magic Formula for Successful Professional Construction Recruitment

We share our magic formula to support both jobseekers and employers for the best outcomes with the investment of time and effort in long-term relationships and how that human approach is strengthened by the careful use of the latest recruitment technology. …

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Professional Construction Talent Acquisition in Competitive Canada

This article outlines how Maxim Recruitment supports Canadian construction employers through long-term recruitment partnerships, rather than reactive hiring. It explains how a combination of sector specialism, market insight and responsive recruitment support from us can helps employers compete for high-quality talent in tight labour markets.…

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Key Career Opportunities in 2026

With over 25 years of experience in UK and international construction recruitment, Maxim Recruitment is well placed to identify where demand is growing, and where construction professionals can successfully transfer their skills into new, rewarding career paths.…

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Clerk of Works FAQ | Simple Answers about being a Clerk of Works

Clerks of Works are in-demand throughout the UK, with many top construction companies actively looking for the right skilled individuals. This article answers many of the common questions about Clerks of Works and to how become one.…

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How to write a CV if you’re looking for your first role in Construction Claims and Disputes

Breaking into construction claims and disputes can feel daunting, especially when you’re trying to write a CV without years of “claims consultant” or “delay analyst” job titles behind you. The good news is that many professionals in this sector start out exactly where you are now.…

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Industry News

Graham lands £37m school building assignment

John Graham Construction has been selected to lead the redevelopment of a secondary school in Coalville, Leicestershire.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 January, 08:44

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Midlands groundworks contractor collapses

Stoke-on-Trent based Caldwell Construction has gone into administration.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 January, 08:34

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Kier to improve Edinburgh tower blocks

The City of Edinburgh Council is set to confirm Kier as its contractor for the upgrade of two blocks of council flats in the city.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 January, 08:03

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Healthy outlook for Welsh contractor

One of the UK’s oldest construction companies is looking optimistically to the year ahead after filing a solid set of accounts.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 January, 07:46

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Civil engineering tender prices soar

Civil engineering tender prices are on the rise due to capacity constraints in the sector.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 16 January, 07:31

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