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

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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UK Quantity Surveyor Salary & Market Report 2025 | 2026

It's a candidate driven market, with 93% of employers reporting difficulties in recruiting qualified staff as the competition for experienced Quantity Surveyors (QS) remains fierce, driving remuneration packages upward to combat retention challenges.…

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Why Project Schedulers Are in High Demand Across Canada

Project Schedulers have become indispensable across Canada. Their ability to create clarity, manage timelines and keep cross-functional teams aligned is often the difference between a successful project and one that falls behind so it is important to understand the depth and impact of this role.…

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Construction Claims & Disputes | Qualifications, Memberships and Accreditation

Professionals working as claims consultants, quantum experts, delay analysts, or dispute resolution specialists, typically pursue a combination of academic qualifications, professional memberships, and industry-recognised accreditation.…

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Connecting with Canada’s Construction Elite | Lessons from a Week of Networking, Conferences & Seminars

My business development trip to Toronto was both productive and enjoyable. I forged new relationships, strengthened existing ones, and gained fresh insights into how the Canadian construction industry is evolving from P3 models to collaborative delivery approaches.…

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Industry News

McHale to buy Marubeni-Komatsu and become UK Komatsu distributor

Ireland’s McHale Plant Sales has entered into an agreement to acquire Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd along with the sole rights to distribute Komatsu construction and utility equipment across the UK.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 25 November, 11:46

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Government backs Heathrow's runway plan over Aurora option

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has chosen the more costly and complicated proposal for a third runway at Heathrow Airport.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 25 November, 11:06

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More growth for Renew

Engineering services group Renew continues to grow, its latest accounts show.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 25 November, 08:31

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McAvoy strengthens healthcare offer with design appointment

Offsite manufacturer McAvoy is looking to develop its offer for the healthcare sector.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 25 November, 07:57

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Deeley returns to profit

After two loss-making years, Coventry’s Deeley Group has returned to profit and is on a growth spurt.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 25 November, 07:52

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